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Southwest Florida is world-
renowned for its spark ling
turquoise waters and sugar y
sandy beaches, but it is also an area
rich in both histor y and luxur y.
From the famed winter estates
of inventors omas Edison and
Henr y Ford in Fort Myers to the
grand resorts of the R itz Carlton
and Naples Grande Beach Resort,
there is something new to explore
during each visit. e Paradise
Coast is also close to the Florida
Everglades, with its miles of
unspoiled natural landscapes,
protected wildlife and wetlands.
Boating and water enthusiasts
can take advantage of year-round
perfect weather to explore the
beaches or enjoy spectacular
fishing in the Gulf of Mex ico or
around Gordon's Pass and Naples
Bay. Spend a day exploring the
Ten ousand Islands, an array of
mangrove inlets and small islands
that allow a gateway to the Gulf
waters and the Everglades. Or if you
prefer a more rela x ing visit on land,
explore Sanibel and Captiva Islands,
where you can enjoy the pristine
beaches, shelling or enjoy a leisurely
aernoon
shopping along Periwink le
Place. If you're craving luxur y,
the cosmopolitan, cultural hub of
Naples blends sophistication and
shopping in the heart of Old Naples.
Visitors can enjoy the upscale
Fih Avenue shopping with its
lu xurious boutiques, fine dining
and casual eateries. For the cultural
aficionados, Visit A rtis Naples, the
home of the Naples Philharmonic
and e Baker Museum, offers a
variety of world-class entertainment
options.