[john1006]

Most of the negative comments regarding snowbirds come from year round residents that are spoiled during the summer when things are less congested, restaurants less busy and tee times a little easier to obtain. My wife and I are in TV for about 9 months each year. We consider ourselves "seasonal residents" because we continue to pay our utilities and amenity fees during our 90 day trips north. To us the term snowbird applies primarily to folks that rent for 3 - 4 months during the winter. Either way there is a fixed number of "homes" and they are occupied at a higher rate during the cold seasons. That's pretty much why we are all here. The missus and I adjust by going to dinner earlier, scheduling shopping excursions during less busy times, leaving a little earlier and being patient. There is room here for everyone, try looking at the great lifestyle we enjoy even during busy times. It's a hoot and we are all blessed to be enjoying it.