Taco Bell Is Launching An Early Retirement Community Experience

Taco Bell is giving people a taste of early retirement. The company announced that they’re opening The Cantinas, an early retirement community. It will feature aerobics classes, pickleball tournaments, and early dinners, including all Taco Bell meals.

"There's a common misconception that retirement unlocks the life you've been waiting for. And while that may be true for some, we don't think you should have to wait until 55 to live the life you're craving," Taylor Montgomery, the U.S. chief marketing officer of Taco Bell, shared in a statement.

"The Cantinas early retirement community, just like our brand, represents a place where all generations can come together, regardless of age, to Live their Más however they want."

According to the company, exclusive access to The Cantinas is reserved for Taco Bell Rewards Members with a range of options including Weekend Memberships with overnight accommodations, Day Passes for a full-day enjoyment of amenities and activities. People can start snagging passes starting July 16 at noon Eastern.  It’s worth mentioning that the experience is meant for those who are 21 and older.

On August 17 and 18, Taco Bell will open The Cantinas in San Diego, California. A full Weekend Membership to The Cantinas will be available for $150 and includes overnight accommodation for the ticketholder and their guest, who also get full access to amenities, recreation, dining, and entertainment. 

The day pass will be available for $50 per day and includes full access for the ticket holder and their plus one to the grounds, recreation, dining, and entertainment from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. 

Some people took to social media to share their thoughts on the early retirement community. “What kind of retirement community only lets you stay for one weekend? I want to sell my condo and move into this place! But only if I am promised one tostada a day, of course,” one person shared.

“Imagine being able to retire,” someone else wrote. If you’re curious about the retirement age, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the full retirement age is 66 if you were born from 1943 to 1954. The full retirement age increases gradually if you were born from 1955 to 1960 until it reaches 67. For anyone born in 1960 or later, full retirement benefits are payable at age 67.

Someone else had another suggestion, saying “Can they just bring back shredded chicken burritos instead?”

Check out more of The Cantinas lifestyle including membership details, community, and itinerary announcements at www.TheCantinas.net.