Historically, Americans from New England, the Midwest, and the Pacific Northwest have left those regions' cold climates behind in retirement and headed to sunny Florida. But there's another, overlooked region that is an attractive alternative for retirees seeking warm environs and fun activities, which the United States Census Bureau identifies as the "West South Central United States." Comprised of the inland states of Oklahoma and Arkansas, and the Gulf Coast states of Texas and Louisiana, it's a far more eclectic destination than Florida, with vibrant cultural centers, dramatic canyon landscapes, and serene beaches. Does your fantasy retirement have you running a bed and breakfast in a seaside Victorian mansion? And there may be no better retirement destination for hikers who love to paint than the art-loving mountain towns of Arkansas' Ozarks.