• Puerto Rico has many beautiful beaches for retiring baby boomers to enjoy.Sunset, Patillos, Puerto Rico image by Pablo M from Fotolia.com
  
  Baby boomers in the United States were born between the years of 1946 and 1964 -- beginning with the return of U.S. troops from World War II and ending with the adoption of the birth control pill by many American women. Today, some baby boomers work and some of them are retired, but as a group they tend to be more active than previous generations were at their age.
  
  

Portland, Oregon

• Portland, Oregon, is a livable, culture-rich and environmentally friendly city. Getting around is manageable with short city blocks, an effective public transportation system and lots of bike lanes. The city has more than 150 art galleries and museums as well as a strong performing arts scene with live theater, music and stage shows. In particular, Portland's Downtown Cultural District and Pearl District are hubs of culture and creativity.
  
  

Fort Collins, Colorado

• Fort Collins, Colorado, has a small-town feel to it and offers a variety of outdoor activities in the city as well as in the nearby Rocky Mountain Range and Cache La Poudre River. Residents enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, swimming, ice skating and playing golf. In addition to the city's thousands of acres of natural areas and parks, Fort Collins has a cultural center, community center and senior center for local residents to enjoy.
  
  

San Juan, Puerto Rico

• Living in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is like moving to the capital of a Caribbean island but without leaving the United States. For boomers the city combines natural attractions with history and culture. San Juan enjoys a warm climate and has nearby beaches and rain forests. The Old San Juan district has cobblestone streets and historic Spanish sites: the city itself has four historic Spanish fortresses. In addition, the island's fascinating mix of cultures is readily apparent in the strong music traditions and cuisine, and both English and Spanish are spoken in San Juan.
  
  

Tucson, Arizona

• Tucson, Arizona, is a city with a warm, sunny climate that offers boomers the opportunity to enjoy city amenities and an active outdoors lifestyle. Tucson is located in a desert valley and is surrounded by mountains and natural parks. Golf, horseback riding, bird watching and hiking are popular local activities, but the city also has a number of museums and treatment spas. The city has a Native American, Spanish and American influence, which is present in the historical sites, local arts and food.