Ready to put that big rig in park permanently and head out to retirement?

As with many things, the vital point to consider here is location, location, location.

Consulting company Fast Forward surveyed the U.S. in search of the perfect piece of heaven and came up with these ten cities. They took into consideration affordable taxes, homes and cost-of-living, excellent medical care, easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural amenities and opportunities to keep learning.

• Bradenton, Fla.
• Fort Collins, Colo.
• Bend, Ore.
• Asheville, N.C.
• Brunswick, Maine
• Sante Fe, N.M.
• Hot Springs, Ark.
• San Luis Obispo, Calif.
• Madison, Wis.
• Amherst, Mass.