The Visitors Guide

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The Visitors Guide

F L O R I D A’ S
PARADISE COAST
DI S C OV E R YOU R PA R A DI S E
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Welcome to Florida’s Paradise Coast
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Broiled Jumbo Prawns
Big Cypress Swamp Walk
NEW & UPCOMING
NAPLES
Artis—Naples has established
a three-year residency for the
renowned Vienna Philharmonic
Orchestra, with performances
and lectures on Viennese
culture. Naples’ reputation as
a foodie hotspot is expanding
with chef-driven restaurants
and gastropubs, and
recognition by publications
like Condé Nast Traveler.
CONTENTS
FEATURES
Events
Come Explore
Beaches
On the Water
Parks & Nature
Golf
Dining
Family Vacations
Guys, Girls & Couples
Shopping
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MARCO ISLAND
Marco Island continues
to gain credibility as a craft
beer lover’s favorite watering
hole with made-on-site craft
beer at the Marco Island
Brewery and a Craft Beer
Festival in November.
EVERGLADES CITY
RESOURCES
Area Maps
Visitor Services
Area Sightseeing
Accommodations
In 2016, Everglades National
Park’s Gulf Coast Visitor Center
in Everglades City and nearby
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The 2016 Florida’s Paradise Coast Official Visitors Guide is published for the Naples, Marco
Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau by Miles, 6751 Professional Parkway W.,
Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34240. Lauren Bourgoing, Account Director; Andraya Taliento,
Project Manager; Donna Sapolin, Content Strategist; Rebecca Jones, Art Director;
Danica Killelea, Graphic Designer; Samantha Robinson, Advertising Account Manager/Data
Manager; Irish Carroll, Advertising Sales. Editorial content by Jennifer Adams, Ed Schmidt Jr.,
Sarah Walch and Chelle Koster Walton. All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part
prohibited without written permission of the publisher. Copyright 2015. Miles would like to
thank Paradise Advertising & Marketing Inc. and the Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB’s
Jack Wert, Buzzy Ford, JoNell Modys, Debi DeBenedetto, Erin Smith, Michelle Pirre, Kelly
Green, Tina Moon and Parker Medley for their design and editorial assistance. Every effort
has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this guide at the time of printing.
DI S C OV E R YOU R PA R A DI S E .
IMMOKALEE
With its newly upgraded casino
and entertainment complex, the
new Seminole Casino Hotel in
Immokalee makes it easy and
fun to play 24/7. Take a nature
break nearby with a walk at
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary or
an airboat ride on Lake Trafford.
AVE MARIA
Orange Jeep Tours provides
tons of fun on rides through the
natural areas surrounding the
town that is home to Ave Maria
University and a spectacular
Roman Catholic Oratory. Stop
at Collier Family Farms in
winter, spring and fall to shop
for fresh organic produce.
This issue of the Paradise Coast Visitors Guide
is enhanced with augmented reality features.
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Big Cypress National Preserve
will host a variety of events in
honor of the 100th anniversary
of the National Park Service.
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Events
The Paradise Coast offers so much more than white-sand beaches
and endless sun. Dive into a plethora of events that suit every type
of interest – from remote hikes to exciting swamp buggy races.
JA N UA RY
Southwest Florida Nature Festival
January 15-17
Immerse yourself in Southwest
Florida Nature Festival’s approximately
40 guided field trips, which cover
area highlights like birding, shelling,
vegetation and water activities, and
include lectures at Rookery Bay
Environmental Learning Center.
Swamp Buggy Winter Classic
January 30-31
Head to the Florida Sports Park for
the historic, local sport of swamp
buggy racing. Racing began in 1948
to help raise awareness for Naples
and Collier County, and the park now
generates tens of thousands of dollars
each year for local non-profits.
F EBRUA RY
July 4th Fireworks at Naples Pier
Naples National Art Festival
February 20-21
Naples National Art Festival
consistently holds a top 25 spot
among Sunshine Artist magazine’s
best art festivals in the country.
Meet artists and shop high-quality
art in this energetic atmosphere in
beautiful Cambier Park and along
Eighth Street South.
Check out our full calendar
of 2016 events at
paradisecoast.com/listings/events
M A RCH
Swamp Buggy Nights
Under the Lights
March 12
Watch the thrilling sport of swamp
buggy racing at the annual Swamp
Buggy Nights Under the Lights at
Florida Sports Park. This rare sport is
a not-to-miss activity for the whole
family, featuring zany vehicles vying
for first on the famous Mile o’ Mud.
Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 12
Celebrate alongside the Irish at one
of the most talked about events of the
year. The historic parade starts at Saint
Ann Catholic Church in Old Naples,
marches along Third Street South to
Fifth Avenue South, then to Eighth
Street South to finish at Crayton Cove.
Marco Island Seafood
& Music Festival
March 18-20
The name says it all. Located at
Veterans’ Community Park, explore
the festival’s live music and seafood
favorites while shopping more than
60 arts and crafts vendors. Bring the
whole family for kid-friendly activities,
including a bounce house and
rock climbing wall.
Old Florida Festival
March 19-20
Travel back in time with the
Old Florida Festival at the Collier
County Museum. Historical reenactors,
demonstrators and storytellers
bring to life more than 10,000 years
of Florida history at this living
history gathering.
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Balloons Over Paradise
April 11-12
The 60 hot air balloons featured
at this two-day event are just the
beginning. Enjoy a wide array of
activities, including live entertainment,
arts and crafts, food, a classic car show,
and dog agility performances at this
fun-for-the-whole-family event at the
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee.
Downtown Naples Night Market
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On the Web
EXPLOR E
PAR ADISECOAST.COM
View the inspirational events calendar,
videos, articles and photos on any
device to plan an unforgettable trip.
SPORTS, MEETINGS
& FILM
Sports travel, competition and
training Check out our sports site
to find events, facilities and local
dining and transportation options:
www.athletesinparadise.com. Family
reunions, destination weddings,
conferences and corporate meetings
Explore accommodations, venues
and team-building adventures on our
meetings site: www.paradisecoast.com/
meetings. Film production Discover
film production resources on:
www.shootinparadise.com
Balloons Over Paradise, Seminole Casino
©iStock.com/Ivan Cholakov
ArtsNaples World Festival
April 25-May 8
Embrace arts from around the world
with this all-encompassing arts
festival. This year’s festival theme is
Best of All Worlds, and will feature a
stunning range of music, film, art and
cuisine from across the globe.
JUNE
SummerJazz on the Gulf
June-September
A locals’ favorite, live jazz meets
sunset views in this long-standing
summer tradition on The Naples
Beach Hotel & Golf Club’s Watkins
Lawn overlooking the Gulf of
Mexico. Enjoy free concerts held
one Saturday evening each month in
June, July, August and September.
J U LY
July 4th Fireworks at Naples Pier
July 4
Spread your blanket on the beach
for holiday fireworks at the historic
Naples Pier on the Fourth of July –
the perfect encore to a gorgeous
Paradise Coast sunset. For an upclose experience, hop on a Naples
sightseeing cruise for fireworks on
the water.
National Park Service Centennial
August 25 and throughout the year
Visit the Everglades National Park’s
Gulf Coast Visitor Center and Big
Cypress National Preserve for an
exciting variety of free ranger-led
activities (call ahead and reserve,
Jan.-April), or take the 100-mile
centennial bike challenge at Shark
Valley, among other opportunities
for celebration throughout the year.
Also join Shark Valley for its new
visitor center grand opening and
centennial kick-off on January 9.
We offer the Paradise Coast Visitor
Guide in several foreign languages:
• Portuguese www.nxtbook.com/
nxtbooks/paradise/vg2011-p/
• Spanish www.nxtbook.com/
nxtbooks/paradise/vg2011-sp/
NOV EM BERDECEM BER
Lighted Holiday Boat Parade
and Downtown Celebrations
Take in the holiday spirit with the
Naples Bay Christmas Boat Parade
in early December, 2016. Other
family-favorite local celebrations
include Christmas tree lightings and
holiday festivities on Third Street
South in late November, 2016 (see
the snow fall), and Fifth Avenue
South in December. Plus, visit all the
area’s shopping districts for holiday
events and free live entertainment.
• German www.paradisecoast.de/
broschuren/nxtbook.html
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Come Explore
NA PL ES
The main metropolitan area on Florida’s
Paradise Coast, Naples provides all the
services and accommodations visitors and
residents could dream of while retaining
an exclusive, intimate, small-town feel. For
a city its size, it possesses an astounding
array of restaurants, golf courses, shops
and cultural attractions. Visitors stroll the
tropically landscaped streets and avenues
downtown, which are dotted with sidewalk
cafés, shops and galleries. Just a few steps
away are the lovely sands of Naples Beach
and its iconic pier, perfect for watching
colorful sunsets over the Gulf.
Don’t Miss: The Persian Ceiling by eminent
glass artist Dale Chihuly at The Baker Museum
in Artis—Naples mesmerizes visitors with its
glowing sea-suggestive cast. The venerable
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra begins its
three-year residency at the venue with a stellar
series of concerts.
Explore: Bargain shop at local consignment
TALLAHASSEE
ORLANDO
A R E A OV ERV IE W
From swamp buggies to Dale
Chihuly artworks, gator-spotting to
gallery-hopping and tomato fields
to trophy beaches, the communities
of Florida’s Paradise Coast define
its delightful diversity. Here, we
explore each one’s claims to
fame and intriguing secrets.
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TAMPA
NAPLES
FLORIDA
NAPLES
MIAMI
MIAM
Immokalee
Ave Maria
Naples
Marco Island
and thrift stores for the barely used castoffs
of affluent snowbird residents.
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JACKSONVILLE
Everglades City
Seasonal Tips
M A RC O ISL A N D
Marco Island’s mood shifts from sophisticated resort
area to historic nautical community to funky fishing village.
Bring an appetite for seafood, whether you plan to catch
it on your own or eat it at local restaurants.
Don’t Miss: Goodland, a tiny community at the southeast
Skimboarding
corner of the island. The official village dance is a little jig
called the Buzzard Lope. Dance along at Stan’s Idle Hour
on Sunday afternoons.
SPRING
E V ERGL A DES CIT Y
May and June are ideal
months to visit the area. Get
more value for your money as
hotel prices generally take a
dip. This is also a great time
for festivals.
Everglades City is the western gateway to Everglades
National Park and the site of its Gulf Coast Visitor Center.
Everglades City and Chokoloskee Island are favorite
launch locations for boaters and paddlers who want to
explore the Everglades Wilderness Waterway and the
Paradise Coast Blueway.
Don’t Miss: Everglades City is the Stone Crab Capital of the
SUMMER
Explore: Discover picturesque waterfront restaurants
in the nearby community of Isles of Capri.
Pack an umbrella for
unexpected afternoon storms.
They can be frequent but are
often brief. Silver lining: Enjoy
stunning sunsets thanks to
the area’s dramatic cloud
formations.
World. Get ‘em just-caught, Oct. 15-May 15, from rustic seafood
houses along the Barron River.
Great Blue Heron
Explore: Take in the Big Cypress National Preserve’s scenic
drive and boardwalks. Check out the ever-changing art
exhibits at the Museum of the Everglades and admire the
orchids during Fakahatchee Stand Preserve State Park’s
seasonal swamp tours.
IMMOK A L EE
Rural in character, Immokalee draws visitors to its fresh
produce stands, Seminole Casino, Immokalee Regional
Raceway, authentic Mexican restaurants and natural
attractions such as Lake Trafford.
Don’t Miss: Hike the 2.25-mile boardwalk at Corkscrew
FALL
Swamp Sanctuary and see five habitats perfect for bird and
wildlife watching. Rare ghost orchids typically bloom each
summer. Airboats & Alligators promises you’ll spot lots of
gators during tours of Lake Trafford.
Lake Trafford
Comfortable temperatures
and the end of the rainy
season make this a great
time of year for outdoor
adventures of all kinds.
Explore: Sample the restaurants downtown and enjoy a
little R&R at First Street Zocalo, a lively plaza with benches,
shaded areas and a bandstand. Check out the vast array of
fresh produce for sale by farm workers at the impromptu street
markets during growing season, November to April.
AV E M A R I A
A planned college town, Ave Maria is home to Ave Maria
University. The town and the university were founded in
2005 by Tom Monaghan, also the founder of Domino’s
Pizza and chancellor of the university.
Don’t Miss: The award-winning Roman Catholic oratory at
WINTER
It’s open season for beach
days, golf games and more.
But pack for cooler temps
and dress in layers, as winter
evenings can be chilly. Apply
ample sunscreen any time
of year.
Ave Maria University is based on Frank Lloyd Wright’s work
and is notable for its mostly exposed steel structure.
Ave Maria Oratory
Explore: Take Orange Jeep Tours’ eco-adventurers Photo
Safari through unspoiled natural terrain at 7 am or 5:30 pm.
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Beaches
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TO EXPLORE
Lowdermilk Park (Naples)
This local favorite near the heart of
downtown Naples offers plenty of picnic
tables and a volleyball court.
Tigertail Beach (Marco Island)
Marco Island
Florida’s Paradise Coast harbors a plethora of beautiful
beaches, which often take center stage among the area’s
many amenities. Stake your claim with a beach umbrella
and sink your toes in the sand. Stay for sunset and see
if you can catch a glimpse of the legendary green flash.
Whether or not you spy the elusive beam, the beach and
Mother Nature’s show won’t disappoint.
BEST BE ACH W IN N ER S
Dr. Beach – America’s foremost beach expert – annually
selects the top 10 national beaches, and the competition
is stiff. Most recently, two white sandy stretches of the
Paradise Coast proudly made the cut.
2 BA R EFO OT BE ACH ( NORT H NA PL ES)
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Barefoot Beach, a gorgeous off-the-beaten-path destination, is located
on a 342-acre barrier island on the Southwest Florida coast, one of the
last such islands to remain undeveloped. Here, you can explore over
8,000 feet of beach and sand dunes, plus a lush one-mile nature trail.
NOR-W IG GINS PA SS
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TAT E PA R K ( NORT H NA PL ES)
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At Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, the Gulf of Mexico’s serene waters
meet softly rolling dunes on a pristine stretch of beach. Meet migratory shore
birds, partake in a guided tour on the beach or snorkel the reef offshore.
These two beaches are good for shore fishing,
especially where they each border on Wiggins Pass.
Enjoy what the Great Florida Birding and
Wildlife Trail guide considers one of the
best birding locations in Southwest Florida.
Situated on a tidal lagoon, this place is
ideal for kids and for taking advantage of
on-site stand-up paddleboard rentals.
South Beach (Marco Island)
A relaxed stretch of sand nestled up
to sabal palms and Marco Island’s
luxury hotels, South Beach is a great
spot for shelling.
Naples Municipal Beach
and Fishing Pier (Naples)
Originally built in 1888, the city’s landmark
pier is perfect for strolling and watching
the sun set. For more history, swing by
the nearby Naples Historical Society’s
Palm Cottage.
Clam Pass Beach (Naples)
Have fun getting there with a scenic tram
ride through mangroves. Or, take in nature
at your own pace by walking.
Vanderbilt Beach (Naples)
Swing by Vanderbilt Beach for easy
access to the coast and a fantastic sunset.
Keewaydin island (Marco Island)
This unique barrier island located within
the Rookery Bay reserve off the Gulf
coast has no cars, roads or bridges, and
has abundant wildlife. Spend the day
beachcombing, strolling and fishing. To
get there, take the Keewaydin Island
Express water taxi service from Marco
Island, or rent a boat from one of the area
marinas and pull up on the sand.
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On the Water
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What could be more purely
satisfying than a vacation by the
water? On Florida’s Paradise
Coast, you can experience one
in a multitude of wonderful ways.
M A R INA S , R EN TA L S
& OT H ER ESSEN T I A L S
Leave your landlubber life behind
with endless boating opportunities
on the Paradise Coast. Rose Marina
on Marco Island provides day
rentals, and a quick ride brings you
to Keewaydin Island, a barrier island
in the Gulf of Mexico. Park Shore
Marina in Naples offers sunset rentals
and The Marina at Naples Bay Resort
equips seafarers with 24-foot luxury
boats. At Immokalee’s Ann Olesky
Park, amenities include a ramp into
1,500-acre Lake Trafford. If you’re
looking for a launch site during the
high season, head to Cocohatchee
River Park, which offers Gulf of
Mexico access.
Unlimited in Naples offers crewed
charters or bareboat sailing, including
overnight or multi-day bareboat
options. Take the helm or help trim
the sails on personalized Serenidad
chartered trips out of Marco Island.
SIGH TSEEING ,
ISL A N D -HOPPING
& DIN N ER CRU ISES
For boating with a purpose, check
out Marco Island’s Off the Hook
Adventures, which arranges shelling
and sightseeing excursions under
sail. Marco Island Sea Excursions
offers a variety of customizable
trips including shelling, sailing
and dolphin watching. Board the
company’s National Geographicrecognized Dolphin Explorer to
participate in a naturalist-led dolphin
study. For the full dine-aboard
experience, Naples Princess and
Marco Island Princess dish it up in style.
J ET B OAT ING
ODIN, Pure Naples’ exhilarating
jet boat, offers an “eco-thrill”
experience like no other. An allaluminum, lightweight boat works
on a jet propulsion system, which
means you’re in for exciting speeds
and turns – or a leisurely look at
wildlife. On-board commentary
explains the sights and ecology.
CRU ISING T H E
C A L M BACK WAT ER S
Leave the Gulf behind and head
into the area’s backwaters in your
day rental for a relaxing fishing or
wildlife experience, or to explore
the edges of mangrove habitats.
Visit the Ten Thousand Islands or
one of the many back bays. Let a
fishing guide lead you to all the
best secret spots with Naples
Backcountry Fishing or the Sea
Gone Fishing Team.
SA IL ING
What could be more romantic than
sailing off into the sunset? Sailboats
NAT U R E &
W IL DL IF E TOU R S
For the nature enthusiast, the
Paradise Coast provides ample
opportunity to get up close and
personal. Set sail on the Sweet
Liberty for dolphin spotting.
Shutterbugs will relish a birding
photography tour with Everglades
Area Tours or a nature and wildlife
photography tour with No Free
Lunch Charters. Spot Florida’s
beloved manatees with tours by
Double R’s Fishing & Tour Company
and See Manatees Guaranteed …
the name says it all.
K AYA K ING
The best way to get close to Mother
Nature is by paddling the Paradise Coast
Blueway (73 miles in all) and other local
waters. Everglades Area Tours offers
excursions deep into the Everglades,
including camping. Everglades Rentals
& Eco Adventures in Everglades City
includes canoe and kayak rentals. Up
a Creek Kayak Tours provides guided
naturalist tours in Naples, Marco Island
and the Ten Thousand Islands from
November to June.
SNOR K EL ING
& DI V ING
Spend time under the sea, too.
Naples Marina & Excursions, Scuba
Outfitters of Naples and Scuba Marco
are local experts on all things scuba. If
you’re enjoying an extended vacation,
take the time to get certified locally.
There’s a hard-bottom reef running
parallel to Delnor-Wiggins Pass State
Park (also great for snorkeling) as well
as barge and shipwreck dive sites
at various depths in the Gulf. One of
the largest Artificial Reef projects in
the Western Hemisphere is underway
in the Gulf off the coast of Naples.
Thirty-six 500-ton reefs will ultimately
be installed, providing a huge boon
to divers, snorkelers and fishermen.
WAV ERU N N ER S
Ready for a thrilling adventure?
Marco Island Watersports, JetSki
Naples, Pure Naples and Capt.
Ron’s Awesome Everglades Adventures
lead guided excursions into the Ten
Thousand Islands, where dolphins,
manatees and seabirds often escort
you as you navigate the waves. Marco
Island Watersports, JetSki Naples
and Pure Naples also rent personal
watercraft by the hour so you can head
out on your own private adventure.
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On the Water
J ET PACK
A DV EN T U R ES
sends you first through the water and,
eventually, over it. You’ll work your way
up through different comfort levels in
an instruction and flight session that
lasts up to 30 minutes.
Catch “big air” while flying the world’s
first water-propelled jet pack with
Captain CJ’s Jet Pack Adventures. A
lesson with a certified instructor will
give you the insight and confidence to
control where (left, right, up or down)
and how high you go as the pack
A IR B OATS
For an authentic Everglades
experience, boat like the natives in
LOCAL SECRETS
featured in National Geographic
Adventure. Visit in either winter
or spring, when the mosquito
population is at its lowest level.
• After a long day on the water,
look to local restaurants to cook
your day’s catch. The Oyster
House Restaurant (with cabin
accommodations on-site) in
Everglades City and Snook Inn
(with live entertainment daily at
the chickee bar on Marco Island)
are two local favorites. Naples
restaurants Riverwalk, Pinchers,
and The Dock and Chez Boet at
Crayton Cove will also turn your
catch into an exceptional meal.
• For the angler at heart, beach
fishing is especially productive
at dawn and dusk, both times
when the surf is teeming with
good-sized fish. Also look to
cast a line from the Naples Pier
and near the new artificial reef
project – many fish varieties
have begun colonizing the initial
sections located 12 to 30 miles
offshore from Marco Island and
Naples. Charter fishing trips
provide access to reef sites.
• For the extreme kayak enthusiast,
travel the 99-mile Everglades
Wilderness Waterway Trail.
Enjoy backcountry camping
during this seven- to nine-day
trip of a lifetime, which has been
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• Calling all Crocodylia enthusiasts:
The local waters of the
western Everglades are the
only known place in the world
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a speedy, shallow-draft airboat. Glide
along Lake Trafford with Airboats &
Alligators in Immokalee and see
wildlife up close. Don’t forget your
camera! For mangrove or grassland
experiences, try Captain Mitch’s Airboat
Tours, “The Original” Everglades City
Airboat Tours by Captain Bruce or
Wooten’s Everglades Airboat Tour.
where alligators and crocodiles
cohabitate. In these parts, the
crocodile is the shyer and more
rare of the two.
• Get full-day access to a luxury
boat and room, plus two daily
cocktails with the Make Waves
package at the Naples Bay
Resort. Cruise the waterways,
then tap into the resort’s
amenities. The Bayfront Inn 5th
Avenue’s Fun in the Sun Package
provides access to a half-day
deck or pontoon boat with two
nights in a City View room, plus
breakfast for two.
• Rent a street-legal, low emission
golf cart from Beach Bugz and
you won’t need a car in Naples
and Marco Island – buzz over to
beaches, shops and restaurants.
GOLISANO CHILDREN’S
MUSEUM OF NAPLES
The Golisano Children’s Museum
of Naples believes it is a privilege
to share life with a child, and is
committed to nurturing bonds
among families and generations.
We celebrate the natural curiosity of
children by offering an educational
dynamic space that encourages
exploration and discovery. C’mon
is a two-story 38,000 square
foot cultural institution including
permanent and temporary
interactive exhibits and galleries.
15080 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109
www.cmon.org
(239) 514-0084
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COLLIER COUNTY MUSEUM
3331 Tamiami Trail East, Naples
NAPLES DEPOT MUSEUM
1051 Fifth Avenue South, Naples
MARCO ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM 180
South Heathwood Drive, Marco Island
MUSEUM OF THE EVERGLADES
105 West Broadway Avenue, Everglades City
IMMOKALEE PIONEER MUSEUM
at Roberts Ranch
1215 Roberts Avenue, Immokalee
239.252.8476
FREE ADMISSION
www.colliermuseums.com
Parks & Nature
On Florida’s Paradise Coast, you can go from civilized
sophistication to positively primeval in less than 30 minutes.
Nestled into a nook in Florida’s wildest wilderness, Everglades
City is the gateway to the state’s famed Everglades National Park,
as well as local preserves, refuges and state parks.
T H E EV ERGL A DES
U N IQU E EC O -E X PER IENCES
The Gulf Coast Visitor Center located southeast of Naples is the western
gateway to the Ten Thousand Islands, the saltwater portion of Everglades
National Park – an unrivaled 2,400-square-mile natural playground. Here you
can fish for tarpon, snook or redfish; spot roseate spoonbills, snowy egrets or
even bald eagles; take a kayak tour through mangroves; or boat to secluded
white-sand beaches. Free ranger-led programs include talks, guided walks and
canoe trips mainly in the winter season. Call 239-695-3311 to RSVP.
Get Active: Partake in the organized Tamiami Trail “Try-athlon,” starting with a
paddle at the Everglades National Park’s Gulf Coast Visitor Center, followed by a
hike at Big Cypress National Preserve and finally, a pedal through Shark Valley.
Take advantage of the course year-round at your leisure.
AIR BOAT R IDES
Skim across the pristine habitat while experiencing
this popular form of Everglades transportation.
Try Captain Mitch’s Airboat Tours; “The Original”
Everglades City Airboat Tours by Captain Bruce,
featuring fully narrated two-way radio tours; or
Wooten’s Everglades Airboat Tours.
EVERGLADES GR AND HERITAGE
BIRDING TOUR FROM
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Intimate and personalized, the Everglades Grand
Heritage Birding Tour is the most extensive tour
offered in Everglades National Park. A day of
boating, kayaking and walking brings guests to some
of the most interesting and remote areas of the park.
POLE BOAT ECO TOURS BY
EVERGLADES ADVENTURE TOURS
Pole boats have been used for centuries by
native tribes to navigate the Everglades. The
environmentally conscious tours adhere to the
International Ecotourism Society guidelines.
The tour is also available in Naples.
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THE EVERGLADES:
FACT VS. FICTION
FICTION: The Everglades
is a swamp.
FACT: The Everglades is not
a swamp, but rather a collection
of varied ecosystems ranging
from mangrove estuaries and
sawgrass prairies to pine forests.
Visitors are often surprised at
how clear the water is and how
wide open the spaces are.
FICTION: Alligators are
green.
FACT: Alligators are
frequently depicted as green
in color – but they’re actually
black. And although these
reptiles are often perceived as
violent and dangerous, they’re
actually passive creatures that
tend to keep to themselves
unless provoked.
FICTION: To see the
Everglades you must visit
Everglades National Park.
FACT: Everglades
National Park, at 1,508,538
acres, constitutes the southern
portion of the Everglades as a
whole and makes up just onefifth of its total area. You can
explore more of the Everglades
ecosystem through activities
offered in Big Cypress National
Preserve, Collier-Seminole
and Fakahatchee Strand State
Parks, the Florida Panther and
Ten Thousand Islands National
Wildlife Refuges and Picayune
Strand State Forest.
EXPERIENCE EVERGLADES
POLE BOAT TOURS
a video of eco-friendly pole boat tours.
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Parks & Nature
M AJOR PA R K S
& PR ESERV ES
BIG CY PR ESS
NAT IONA L PR ESERV E
Neighboring the Everglades is Big
Cypress National Preserve, which
was the first National Preserve in the
National Park System. The 729,000-acre
wilderness includes cypress swamps,
vast prairies and upland wooded regions
that are home to wildlife like the elusive
Larrypanther.
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The preserve offers
even more recreational opportunities
than the Everglades. Hiking, driving and
paddling trails, campgrounds and other
recreational facilities appeal to nature
lovers and adventure seekers alike. Stop
by the Big Cypress Swamp Welcome
Center for art exhibits and an annual
poetry contest, and don’t miss the Oasis
Visitor Center bookstore. The preserve
recently celebrated its 40th anniversary
as part of the National Park Service.
Endangered Florida Panther
Get Active: The second race of the
Tamiami Trail “Try-athlon” (which starts
in Everglades National Park) takes you
on a hike through this preserve. The
final leg is a pedal through Shark Valley.
Also, take advantage of free ranger-led
programs in both parks – just reserve a
spot ahead of your visit.
AUDUBON COR KSCR EW
SWAMP SANCTUARY
Swamp Walkers
Ten Thousand Islands
Kayaking with Naples Bay Marina Boat Rentals;
Photo by Reagan Rule
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The sanctuary features pine flatwoods,
a wet prairie, a marsh and one of the
few remaining stands of old-growth bald
cypress in North America. Relatives of
the redwood, these impressive trees
shelter the sanctuary’s alligators, whitetailed deer, otters, red-bellied turtles
and other wildlife. Swing into the solarpowered Blair Audubon Center featuring
a bird viewing area with reference books.
Enjoy a healthy lunch at the Tea Room
Café in the Blair Audubon Center.
Get Active: Experience the rare
old-growth bald cypress forest with
a boardwalk hike. Tap into the vast
knowledge of Audubon volunteers on
the boardwalk, or partake in guided
walks (many are free with regular
admission, but space is limited). After
Hours events offer enriching nature,
culture and education programs.
FLOR IDA PA N T H ER
NAT IONA L W IL DL IF E
R EF UGE
Trails in the Florida Panther National
Wildlife Refuge may provide you with a
glimpse of the Florida panther, the most
endangered mammal in the Eastern U.S.
But more likely are sightings of bobcats,
Florida black bears and birds such as
woodpeckers, flycatchers and raptors.
Get Active: Get out and stretch your
legs on the 1 ⅓-mile Panther Trail, or the
⅓-mile Memorial Trail. Hike highlights
include the opportunity to see ancient
oak trees and the plethora of wildlife
that resides in the refuge.
T EN T HOUSA N D
ISL A N DS NAT IONA L
W IL DL IF E R EF UGE
Be on the lookout for roseate spoonbills
and wood storks as well as other
threatened and endangered species
as you walk through the refuge.
Get Active: Explore Marsh Trail – a
2.4-mile out-and-back trail for hiking and
biking via a repurposed oil well road
rich in wildlife viewing opportunities.
The trailhead is also the launch site for
canoeing and kayaking opportunities
throughout the refuge.
C OL L IER-SEMINOL E
S TAT E PA R K
This park offers canoe rentals,
camping and trails for hiking and
biking, plus historical structures
and educational exhibits.
Get Active: Bike Historic Marco Road
through marsh, hammock and pine
flatwoods, or paddle through mangrove
forests and the Blackwater River, with
its gentle current catering to those
less experienced. The park’s pole boat
tours harken back to the days of early
Gladesmen and Native Americans.
FA K A H ATCH EE
S T R A N D PR ESERV E
S TAT E PA R K
A boardwalk and 12-mile drive
let you experience dozens of wild
orchid species as well as other types
of interesting vegetation. You can
also hike and bike through the park
to get a deeper view of its offerings.
Get Active: On February 20, 2016,
run the Everglades Ultras, which take
place in the park. The race includes
three courses of 50 miles, 31 miles,
and 15.6 miles. For a lower-impact
activity, canoe or kayak through
the East River’s mangrove tunnels
and lake connections, or go on a
fascinating guided swamp walk.
LOCAL FAVORITES
SHARK VALLEY
Rather than taking the tram, bicycle
the flat 15-mile loop for a leisurely
dose of nature. View wildlife from the
trail and tower, and take advantage
of ranger programs at the Shark
Valley Visitor Center.
Shark Valley Tower
PIC AY U N E S T R A N D
S TAT E FOR ES T
Adjacent to Fakahatchee Strand
Preserve State Park lies Picayune
Strand State Forest, home to a broad
system of hiking and equestrian trails.
Get Active: Hike or horseback
ride through designated areas of
the forest, a participant in both
Florida’s State Forest Trailwalker and
Trailtrotter Programs. The forest is
also part of the first generation of
CERP – Comprehensive Everglades
Restoration Plan – an amazing natural
recovery program for the Everglades.
Look for wildlife including black bear,
white-tailed deer and the Florida
panther. Bike the annual Tour de
Picayune cross-country race, or go on
one of the year-round bicycle tours,
which are a breeze on the park’s old
paved roads.
SWAMP WALK
Get up close and personal with the
area’s most intimate waterways
through the images on display at
nationally recognized photographer
Clyde Butcher’s remote Big Cypress
Gallery. Then hit the trails behind
the gallery for a guided tour of
the swamp. Don’t forget to bring a
change of clothes!
DEL NOR-W IG GINS
PA SS S TAT E PA R K
Trails and boardwalks wind through
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park –
many lead to the beach. Look for
shells along the white sand, or hit the
water for swimming and fishing. You
will also find a boat launch here.
Get Active: Hike the park’s
nature trail that takes you through
the coastal hammock near the
observation tower. Naples Beach
Adventures offers kayaking, canoeing
and standup paddleboarding through
Water Turkey Bay, mangrove trails
and Gulf waters. Another park
highlight – snorkeling along the
natural hard bottom reef.
Big Cypress Swamp Walk
ROOKERY BAY
Sandhill cranes were documented
as nesting in the reserve’s upland
habitats for the first time in 2014.
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Golf
Golf year-round on top-notch
public courses on Florida’s
Paradise Coast, North
America’s #1 Golf destination.
A R ROW H E A D
G OL F CLU B
2205 Heritage Greens Dr., Naples
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Golfers of all play levels appreciate
the friendly atmosphere of this
Gordon Lewis-designed course.
Awarded the Southwest Florida
Choice Award Winner for Public
Golf Courses for each of the last
ten years, ArrowHead comprises
manicured greens, pristine lakes
and powdery bunkers.
T IBU RÓN
G OL F CLU B
2620 Tiburon Drive, Naples
239-594-2040
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This spectacular complex with two
Greg Norman-designed golf courses
(The Black and The Gold) offers play
privileges to Ritz-Carlton guests, to
the public based on availability and to
holders of the WCI Experience Card
and the Franklin Templeton Shootout
Shark Pass (May-Oct.).
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L ELY R ESORT G OL F
& C OU N T RY CLU B
8004 Lely Resort Blvd., Naples
239-793-2600
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The Robert Trent Jones, Sr.-designed
Flamingo Island and Lee Trevino-designed
Mustang courses are dominated by
swaying palms and undulating greens.
Both strike an ideal balance between
challenge, playability and tropical beauty.
TPC AT TREVISO BAY
9800 Treviso Bay Blvd., Naples
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Featuring sculptural mounding and bold
bunkering, this exceptionally maintained,
lush layout is part of the PGA Tour’s TPC
Network of Clubs.
T H E NA PL ES
BE ACH HOT EL
& G OL F CLU B
851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples
239-435-2475
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Built in the late 1920s and later
redesigned by Ron Garl, this venerable
course is dotted with pines, palmetto
and Poinciana. Known as a womenfriendly layout, this course has hosted
numerous Florida state amateur
championship tournaments.
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WHERE THE
PROS PLAY
Naples has an impressive
selection of tournament-tested
courses where the pros tee up.
TwinEagles
The Talon course designed by Jack
Nicklaus and his son has hosted the
Champions Tour’s ACE Group Classic
for ten years.
Tiburón Golf Club
This luxury facility’s Gold course
is home to the Franklin Templeton
Shootout and the LPGA CME
Tour Championship, and
features a dramatic 18th hole
with a natural amphitheater.
Quail West
Former host to the ACE Group
Classic, this residential community
golf complex offers 36 holes
of strategic golfing, masterfully
designed by Arthur Hills.
La Playa Beach
& Golf Resort
Swing guru to world-renowned
PGA Tour and LPGA stars, the David
Leadbetter Golf Academy has been
at La Playa since 2003. Bob Cupp
designed the lush and scenic
course, which incorporates 14 lakes
and water features, mangroves,
rolling hills and meticulously
manicured greens.
ONE BEACH RESORT,
COUNTLESS AMENITIES.
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club is
home to a 7-mile white sand beach and
a noted golf course. But that’s not all.
There is also tennis, a full-service spa,
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Dining
On the Paradise Coast, you could spend a lifetime
joyfully noshing your way through great cuisine,
from the 50+ dining options in downtown Naples
to the diverse and delicious fare at Mercato to the
unique restaurants peppering North Naples, Marco
Island and Goodland. To help you make the most of
your fork-and-knife time, we’ve rounded up some
of the don’t-miss delights in a variety
of categories.
Naples was named one of
America’s top food cities as part
of the Condé Nast Traveler
Readers’ Choice Awards
in 2014 and 2015.
Baleen, La Playa Beach Resort
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BR E A K FA ST/ BRU NCH
Jane’s Garden Café Enjoy a delectable variety of organic options
at this lively cafe on Third Street South.
Cove Inn Coffee Shoppe Locals love this little gem known for a crave-worthy
breakfast sandwich, scrumptious pancakes and endless coffee refills.
The Bay House Tucked away on the scenic, mangrove-lined Cocohatchee
River, this North Naples restaurant is a local favorite. Brunch is served on
Sundays only.
Doreen’s Cup of Joe Have a hearty breakfast at this cozy, charming
restaurant on Marco Island. Pancakes and unique toppings are a specialty.
The Bay House
Waterfront dining, Blue Heron
Petit Soleil Start your day with chocolate croissants, omelets
or savory quiche dishes on Marco Island.
The Café Located in downtown Naples at the corner of 5th and 8th, this
popular spot features both traditional and healthy breakfast options as
well as authentic Danish pastries and baked goods. It shares space with
the Delicious Raw Juice Bar.
LU NCH
The Local Fresh fare reaches a whole new level at Naples’
first farm-and-sea-to-table restaurant. Most ingredients are
locally sourced.
Stage 62 Deli This restaurant at Mercato is known for its
corned beef and pastrami on seedless rye, but you’ll find
many other food options, plus cocktails, beer and wine.
Dolce & Salato The soups, salads and sandwiches at this
Fifth Avenue South hot spot take a deliciously Italian twist.
BrickTop’s This popular lunch spot features entree-style salads
topped with ingredients such as lump crabmeat, shrimp remoulade,
fire-roased corn and heirloom tomatoes.
Snook Inn For the ultimate vacation atmosphere, this laid-back chickee
bar overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway is sure to hit the spot with
sandwiches and seafood.
SPECI A L OCC A SION DIN N ER
Truluck’s The classy upscale atmosphere, extensive wine list and
phenomenal seafood and steaks strike just the right note for more formal
occasions. A private party room is available.
Masa This contemporary restaurant at Mercato offers Mexican-style
fare, elevated. The festive vibe feels at once elegant and energized.
Osteria Tulia Experience a kind of rustic-chic charm typically
found only in Italy right on Fifth Avenue South.
Sea Salt Head to Third Street South in downtown Naples to
savor seafood in an upscale, nautical-inspired atmosphere.
Sale E Pepe This formal Italian restaurant at Marco
Beach Ocean Resort overlooks the Gulf of Mexico.
Baleen Head to LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort for the
ultimate in beachfront dining. You can even be seated
directly on the sand.
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Dining
K ID -F R IEN DLY DINING
POST-BE ACH DINING
Brooks Gourmet Burgers & Dogs This Naples
restaurant was recently named one of TripAdvisor’s
top 10 burger joints in the U.S. (Closed Sundays.)
Buzz’s Lighthouse Restaurant This dining spot
Cosmos Café & Pizzeria Enjoy tasty Italian fare in
a family-friendly atmosphere in downtown Naples.
The Parrot Bar & Grill Tucked away along the
is within walking distance of Vanderbilt Beach and
offers both indoor and outdoor seating on the water.
to delight. Children’s entrees are available.
Boardwalk near Tin City is this casual little restaurant
with a welcoming come-as-you-are atmosphere.
You can even bring your dog along.
Pincher’s Crab Shack For seafood with a view (and an
Gumbo Limbo It’s the perfect spot to end a day on the
DaRuMa The tableside hibachi-style cooking is sure
extensive kids’ menu), this restaurant is a natural choice.
After eating, stroll the charismatic Tin City boardwalk.
beach with a frozen cocktail and a spectacular sunset.
(Though part of The Ritz-Carlton, it’s open to the public.)
Quinn’s on the Beach Head to Marco Island to
experience this restaurant’s casual, tropical vibe; live
entertainment begins at 6:30 every evening. Quinn’s
is located at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort.
FA R M-TO -TA BL E
Waterfront dining at The Esplanade
Three60 Market This quaint spot with a shaded,
dog-friendly waterfront patio is one of Naples’ best-kept
secrets, thanks to its made-from-scratch breakfast and
lunch options, and wines available by the bottle for just
$3.60 above cost.
Fogg Café Nowhere in Naples is the garden-to-table
Baleen, La Playa
Beach Resort
Brooks Burgers
OU T DOOR DINING
Barbatella Dine al fresco on the patio at this authentic
Italian trattoria on Third Street South in Old Naples.
movement more prevalent than at this restaurant within
the Naples Botanical Garden, where fruits, vegetables
and herbs are grown just steps from the kitchen and
turned into delicious dishes.
The Third Street South Farmer’s Market
is the place to be for the locavore in your group.
Campiello This upscale restaurant in Old Naples blends
the best of traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine.
many great restaurants in the downtown Naples district
(including on Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South)
that offer patio seating with views of the bustling area.
Food & Thought You’ll never run out of things to
try at this organic café and juice bar, which features
a new menu each day crafted with farm-fresh items
from sustainable, local sources.
Mercato This North Naples shopping and dining hub
Cider Press Café Plant-based cuisine is the
Ridgway Bar & Grill and Bice These are just two of the
features several outdoor dining options, including The
Pub for burgers, sandwiches and British comfort food;
AZN Azian Cuizine for sushi and pan-Asian dishes; and
Bravo! Cucina Italiana for authentic Italian cuisine.
Avenue 5 Grab a seat with a view of bustling Fifth Avenue
South or the outdoor courtyard at this sophisticated,
vintage-inspired eatery, which underwent a dramatic
transformation in 2014 from its previous incarnation as
the longstanding downtown landmark, McCabe’s Irish Pub.
Highlights include dishes made from fresh Maine lobster.
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star at this raw vegan restaurant, which recently
received accolades as the first restaurant in Naples
to be certified by the Blue Zones Project, a growing
healthy-living initiative. Veggie lovers will swoon over
mouthwatering creations like the Florida roll made
with watermelon, mango, jicama rice and avocado.
Loving Hut For vegan Thai, Vietnamese, Indian
and Chinese, don’t miss this restaurant in North
Naples. Savory dishes include the rice noodle-based
Pho Bowl, the Eggplant Curry Clay Pot and Spicy
Cha Cha – battered yam flour crescents.
WAT ER F RON T
DINING
The Dock at Crayton Cove
This seafood-loving restaurant
offers good food in a casual
atmosphere. Nearby, other
colorful eateries await at
Tin City on the Gordon River.
M Waterfront Grille Up the
ante with fine continental cuisine
overlooking scenic Venetian Bay.
Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar
This refined waterfront dining spot
offers three settings to enjoy fresh
seafood, steaks, chops and specialty
pasta dishes.
MiraMare This serene Italian
restaurant located on Venetian Bay
offers some of the best waterfront
dining in the area. Sample delicious
hot and cold antipasti, fish, veal
and chops in an unforgettable
romantic setting.
CJ’s on the Bay On Marco Island,
this restaurant is known for its seafood
(particularly the grouper) and live music.
Mango’s Dockside Bistro Located in
The Esplanade, this restaurant delivers on
its tropical theme with lively cocktails and
island-inspired menu items.
Fifteen Hundred South At Naples’ first
celebrity-chef driven restaurant, opening
February 2016, Chef Art Smith – well-known for
his stint as Oprah’s private chef – features his fresh
take on Southern cuisine embellished with Italian
accents. Indoor and outdoor seating offers lovely
marina views at this new addition to Naples Bay Resort.
Old Marco Lodge Crab House For an authentic taste
of Southwest Florida, don’t miss this dining classic. Built in
1869, it’s the oldest building in Goodland. The grilled tuna
steak is rave-worthy.
H BAR in Hyatt House Naples/Fifth Avenue
Savor home-cooked comforts, sharable plates, craft beer and
artisan cocktails at this sleek new lounge, set to open in March 2016,
just steps from downtown Naples on the Gordon River.
Shane’s Cabana Bar This open-air bar with panoramic water views
is a popular stop on the Naples Bay Water Shuttle route, which makes
its rounds to some of Naples’ most popular waterfront drinking spots
for just $7 per person. A major expansion to Shane’s is expected
to be complete this summer and add a restaurant.
Fresh stone crab catch
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City of Naples run
east and west, and
end in a beach access.
To avoid parking issues,
rent a bike and head west.
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Family Vacations
The Naples Zoo
Welcome to the land where trees have knees
and giant pink birds are born with spoons at the
end of their beaks. Here are 11 must-do activities
for the whole family, from the educational to
the creative to the downright adventurous. For
more kid-friendly treasures on Florida’s Paradise
Coast, turn to Karen T. Bartlett’s fun-filled book,
A Mostly Kids’ Guide to Naples, Marco Island
& The Everglades (available for puchase at
MostlyKidsGuides.com and Amazon.com).
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View at the zoo: young serval cats! The Naples Zoo
at Caribbean Gardens houses delightful duo Baku and
Cleo in its tropical paradise. Other animals rarely seen in zoos
include African honey badgers and striped hyenas. While
visiting you can also hand-feed giraffes and take a cruise past
islands inhabited by monkeys, lemurs and apes.
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Let your little ones explore the Golisano Children’s
Museum of Naples by playing – and learning – in a
kid-sized construction site, market, café and other exhibits
made just for them. They can climb a 45-foot banyan tree,
wind through a seashell or explore “Journey Through the
Swamps” of the Everglades.
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View baby animals in the hospital nursery at the
Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center, a
great place for families to learn about natural Florida. Be sure
to visit the Dalton Discovery Center, which features a
loggerhead sea turtle and a marsh home for wading birds.
Take an electric boat cruise, rent a kayak or peruse the
interactive exhibits found throughout the center.
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Pure Naples lets you feel the wind in your hair and the
water on your skin during its guided Jet Ski tours of
Naples Bay, deep-sea and bay fishing trips, or sightseeing
cruises aboard its aptly named double-decker boat,
Double Sunshine.
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Take a dip in one of four pools, zip down a 350-foot slide
or relax in the lazy river at Sun-N-Fun Lagoon water
park, which has splash areas for younger children and
diving boards for older kids.
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Let kids take the Ten Thousand Islands Dolphin
Challenge on board the Dolphin Explorer, a 33-foot
power catamaran that lets you get up close to marine life.
Don’t forget your camera.
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Visit the Smith Children’s Garden at the Naples
Botanical Garden and interact with a vibrant world of
flowers, vegetables and butterflies. Experience the native
landscapes of Florida, from a cypress swamp and hardwood
hammock to a shell mound. Create artwork with sidewalk
chalk, climb a treehouse, explore hidden gardens and
a river of grass and play in water fountains.
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TRAVELING
WITH PETS
Pets are part of the family, too.
Take your furry loved ones to
these fun and pet-friendly spots:
Keewaydin Island, a stunning
8-mile-long barrier island off the
coast of Naples, allows leashed
dogs on the beach. The island can
only be reached by boat. Be sure
to rent one from a company that
will let your pet on the boat.
Find pet-friendly accommodations in
the Hotels section, starting on page 51.
Sun-N-Fun Lagoon
The holes of Coral Cay
Adventure Golf are set among
caves, reefs and even a waterfall with
“magic” misters spraying water to keep
golfers cool.
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Family Fun Spot offers
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excitement for everyone, on and
off the water. Fish for snook, tarpon,
grouper or even sharks on a charter;
rent a boat, kayak or bike; or take a
Segway tour of Old Naples.
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Let the kids get creative at Earth
& Fire, a paint-your-own pottery
Top and bottom photos:
Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples
Photo by Jack Rouse
studio in downtown Naples where you
can design and create everything from
coffee mugs to holiday decorations.
(They make great gifts!)
Naples Dog Park offers more than an
acre of fenced grassy areas for large
and small dogs, as well as a shaded
shelter with drinking fountains for
both humans and pups.
99 Riverside Circle, Naples
Bring back more than a golden
11 glow from your vacation by going
on a shelling excursion to the outer
islands off the coast of Marco Island
with Cool Beans Cruises. Sail on a
catamaran through azure waters,
explore unspoiled beaches and
discover natural treasures like
whelk and conch shells.
ADVENTURES IN PARADISE:
POOCHES IN PARADISE
a video of dog-friendly hotspots in the area.
Veterans Community Park’s Rover
Run provides ample room for
larger dogs to run and also has a
designated area for smaller breeds.
1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples
Want to bring Fido along as you
shop? Several of Naples’ shopping
and dining areas are dog-friendly,
including Third Street South and
Pine Ridge Road farmer’s markets,
Shoppes at Vanderbilt Farmer’s
Market, Waterside Shops, Mercato,
Venetian Village and downtown
Naples’ Fifth Avenue and Third
Street districts. Yes, Third Street
is very dog-friendly! It even has an
annual Pets on Third parade.
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Guys’ Trips
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The Paradise Coast is a prime place
for hooking fish, whether you’re on
the hunt for a Gulf of Mexico trophy
catch or just want to cast a line in the
area’s backwaters. There’s no need
to BYOB (boat). Family-owned and
operated from the Naples City Dock
since 1981, Capt. Marvel Charters
is a deep sea fishing authority.
If you prefer calmer waters, go
for a guided kayak fishing tour
with Naples Kayak Company.
1 GOLF GETAWAY
The Paradise Coast was voted North
America’s Golf Destination of the Year
in 2014 by the International Association
of Golf Tour Operators. Naples Grande
Beach Resort’s Rees Jones-designed
Naples Grande Golf Club is a key
player in town. Or try The Ritz-Carlton
Golf Resort, Naples – a Certified
Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.
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2 GOOD FOOD
Round up the guys and head to
Naples Gun Range and Emporium
to hone your inner marksman.
The world-class Action Targetsequipped and designed range is the
only indoor one of its kind in the area.
For an outdoor trap, skeet and clay
experience, head to Gulf Coast
Clays where you’ll be surrounded
by great Everglades scenery.
For dry-aged steaks and bar seating,
head to upscale steakhouse The Capital
Grille. The more laid-back Pelican
Larry’s Raw Bar & Grille offers outdoor
seating and was voted 2014 Best Sports
Bar and Best Chicken Wings by Naples
Daily News. The Continental American
Provisions and Craft Bar on Third Street
South features classic libations with a
twist, a selection of the world’s finest
beef and live music nightly. Head to
Oyster House Restaurant in Everglades
City for classic Florida fare.
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Osteria Tulia is a Fifth Avenue South
go-to for an indulgent evening. Here,
gather the girls for rustic Iralian fare
in chic farmhouse-style surroundings.
Or, celebrate next door with specialty
eats, wines and craft brews at intimate
Italian gastropub, Bar Tulia. Also, don’t
miss the chance to raise a glass to your
special crowd and sip wine or cocktails
at Café & Bar Lurcat.
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Celebrate ladies’ night in truly
delicious style – book Sea Salt
restaurant’s chef’s table and let
the chef create a special menu
of up to 11 innovative courses
just for your group.
Couples Retreats
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BONANZA
Enjoy the full spectrum of shopping the
Naples area has to offer, from the rustic
waterfront setting of Tin City and the
modern Mercato to the luxurious stores
at Waterside Shops and the unique
boutiques of downtown Naples.
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De-stress without missing your workout.
Pair a morning of high-energy tennis at
the Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center with
an afternoon of relaxing spa treatments,
all at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf
Club. The Center offers court time for
day guests; contact the hotel to learn
about offerings in The Spa and book
luxurious day spa packages.
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For the ultimate in indulgent,
stress-free getaways, contact the
spa concierge at The Woodhouse
Day Spa, Naples, then sit back and
relax while they take care of planning
your entire girls’ spa escape.
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Surprise your partner with a
tropical-themed bouquet from
50Fifty Creative Services and
wine from Tony’s Off Third. Throw
in some mouthwatering chocolates
from Norman Love Confections
to round out a romantic trifecta.
UNFORGETTABLE
DINING
Dine on the beach with your toes in the
sand at The Turtle Club Restaurant on
Vanderbilt Beach – easily one of the
most romantic spots in town. For an
off-the-beach alternative, try Campiello,
featuring rustic Italian cuisine, outdoor
seating and live jazz on most nights.
Other delicious options include: Baleen;
The Grill—The Ritz-Carlton, Naples;
Caffé dell’Amore; Escargot 41; and Cote
D’Azur.
2 ISL AND ESCAPE
Pack an indulgent picnic for an
afternoon on secluded Keewaydin
Island – the only way to get there
is by boat. One option is to take the
Keewaydin Express, a water taxi
from Marco Island.
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Take in a film of your choosing
at Silverspot Cinema at the Mercato.
The glass of wine you can order in
tandem with the theater’s European
décor and plush seats will shape an
upscale movie-going experience
you won’t soon forget.
Hop aboard the Naples Bay Water
Shuttle to get around in style. The
water taxi service connects some of the
city’s top shopping, hotels and dining
destinations surrounding Naples Bay
and the Gordon River.
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Shopping
Florida’s Paradise Coast is
known for the finer things in
life, and its great shopping is
one of the destination’s most
enticing aspects. From deals
at designer outlets to the
sophisticated wares of the
luxury stores at The Village
on Venetian Bay, Waterside
Shops and Mercato, you’ll
find an endless range of
opportunities to satisfy
your retail cravings.
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North Naples is a playground
for shopping enthusiasts.
From sumptuous
storefronts to shops
built directly over
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discover it all –
with beautiful
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9115 Strada Place, Ste. 5150, Naples
239-254-1080, mercatonaples.com
Mercato has earned its reputation as North Naples’
newest hot spot. Shop more than 25 stores, from specialty
boutiques to national retailers like Nordstrom Rack, Sperry
Top-Sider, Pandora and Z Gallerie. Browse Design West,
a high-end contemporary home décor showroom, to get
inspiration for home makeovers and take advantage of
interior design services. At Sur La Table, shop for artful
cooking wares and boost your culinary skills during
the regularly scheduled cooking classes. Also on-site:
sophisticated dining, spas, salons and more.
2 WAT ER SIDE SHOPS
5415 N. Tamiami Trail, Naples
239-598-1605, watersideshops.com
Waterside’s chic storefronts include a vast collection
of upscale shops (think Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Burberry)
mixed with more accessible retailers such as Gap, Ann
Taylor and J.Crew. One trip here and you’ll understand
why Parisian resort wear brand Escales chose this
location for its flagship U.S. boutique.
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4200 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples
239-261-6100, venetianvillage.com
These quaint specialty shops are built directly over the
water and offer up a decidedly European feel. Francophiles
will love the cultural influences at The Lavender, Rose
de Paris & Provence and La Maison d’Elise, while those
drawn to Italy will appreciate the atmosphere and wares
at Danieli and Casanova Venetian Glass & Art.
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239-262-2323, coastlandcenter.com
When you can’t bear the thought of shopping sans air
conditioning, head to Naples’ largest indoor shopping
area, which features traditional mall fare anchored by
Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears, JCPenney and H&M. An
insider tip: The carousel inside the food court area
helps entertain little ones during marathon mall visits.
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AT VA N DER BILT
2315 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples
239-594-5000, shopvanderbilt.com
Covered breezeways at this beautifully landscaped
30-acre plaza let you escape the sun while shopping. Dine
outdoors at its many restaurants; grab fresh gluten-free and
paleo baked goods, and organic produce at Neighborhood
Organics. Meet your pet needs at Planet Tails, home to
Naples’ only Cat Café with kitties to cuddle and adopt,
plus unique gifts and pet foods.
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When you’re on Marco, you don’t have to
choose between a day at the beach and a day
of shopping. With the majority of the island’s
best shopping within steps of the shore, it’s
easy to get your fill of both.
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760 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island
239-394-7772, esplanadeshoppes.com
This waterfront mixed-use area combines some of the
island’s best shopping, dining and breathtaking views.
Stop by the Artist’s Gallery, which showcases local artists’
photography, watercolor paintings and wood sculptures.
Time your visit to allow for dinner at CJ’s on the Bay and
a spectacular sunset.
2 MARCO WALK
599 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island
239-389-0033, marcowalkplaza.com
This popular shopping area is right across the street from
many of Marco’s largest hotels. Swim N Sport offers a
variety of designer swimwear, while Beach Daisy is just
right for light, gauzy, Bohemian-style pieces made for a
day in paradise.
3 NAPLES OUTLET CENTER
6060 Collier Blvd., Naples
239-775-8083, premiumoutlets.com/naples
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Southwest Florida. The deep discounts at these 40
brand-name outlet stores – including Coach, Ann Taylor
and Van Heusen – ensure you’ll be returning home with
more than just memories.
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Home décor enthusiasts won’t want to
pass up a visit to the unofficial Design
District, a cluster of design boutiques
Visit this Mediterranean-style shopping
area by boat, car or the under-bridge
walkway from Tin City. It’s situated right
on Naples Bay and is home to Myxn
Scents, a charming apothecary-style
retailer where you can create custom
bath and home products with their
favorite scents at the Myxn Bar.
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Make a stop at this colorful cottagelined boardwalk on your way back
into town after a day on the water.
Situated right by the Tin City docks,
its Parrot Trading Post, located next
to The Parrot Bar & Grill is a new
shop selling classic souvenirs.
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Downtown Naples’ main thoroughfare
stretches along tree-lined Fifth Avenue
South, hosting an impressive lineup of
small boutiques and national retailers.
Little fashionistas will love children’s
boutiques Giggle Moon and Little Luxe,
while grown-up shoppers stocking up
on the quintessential Naples wardrobe
need only visit Castaway Clothing,
which carries breezy resort wear
favorites for men and women.
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649 Fifth Ave. S., Naples
239-692-8436, fifthavenuesouth.com
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This old fishing village packs plenty of
character into the quaintest of “malls.”
The Art Boutique at Tin City features
tropical-themed works by local artists,
while The Naples Winery is open daily
for tastings of its award-winning tropical
fruit, citrus and berry wines made
in the state of Florida.
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within walking distance of several
resale shops that benefit local charities,
such as the Shelter for Abused Women
& Children. On the hunt for unique
gifts? Head to Summerfields Fine
Furnishings, Home Accessories and
Antiques at 953 Central Ave. for a
selection of fine decorative accents and
candles named for areas of Naples.
239-262-4200, tin-city.com
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No area speaks as well to Naples’
storied past as the Third Street district,
thanks to its historic buildings just blocks
from the Gulf. The Beach House of
Naples and Island Company fulfill all
swimwear and beach gear needs, while
Tommy Bahama provides a welcome pit
stop for shoppers to relax over lunch or
a drink at the bar in its on-site restaurant.
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1207 Third St. S., Naples
239-434-6533, thirdstreetsouth.com
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A visit to Naples isn’t complete without a stroll through its historic
downtown area, an elegant, tree-lined shopping district that in the
1930s held just a few businesses and a train depot.
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keewaydinexpress.com
951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, 239-207-0403
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Buzz to the beach, stores and more in Naples and
Marco island in safe golf carts on streets with speed
limits up to 35 mph. Rent online or by phone.
Water taxi service providing transportation around the
Marco Island waterfront and surrounding area, and
between Marco Island and Keewaydin Island.
Bike Route
MBA Airport Transportation
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mbaairport.com
11000 Terminal Access Rd., Fort Myers,
239-482-2777
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Bike rentals, sales and service.
MBA is the lead provider of taxi service at SWFL
International Airport.
bikeroutenaples.com
655 Tamiami Trl. N., Naples
239-262-8373
AIRPORTS
Everglades Airpark
Car Rentals at
Naples Municipal Airport
colliergov.net/index.aspx?page=60
P.O. Box 689, 650 E.C. Airpark Rd.,
Everglades City, 239-695-2778
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Located just southwest of Big Cypress National
Preserve and down the road from Everglades
National Park's Gulf Coast Visitor Center.
Immokalee Regional Airport
Naples Airport Shuttles
flynaples.com
506 Terminal Dr., Naples
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Located approximately 35 miles northeast of Naples,
the staff of the Immokalee Regional Airport provides
exceptional service and a first-class facility.
Marco Island Executive Airport
2005 Mainsail Dr., Naples, 239-394-3355
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Full-service general aviation airport providing
convenient, hassle-free FBO services for a wide
range of aircraft from single-engine to jet.
Naples Municipal Airport
flynaples.com
560 Terminal Dr., Naples, 239-643-0733
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Minutes from the Gulf and downtown Naples,
The Best Little Airport in the Country offers FBO
services, charters, aerial tours and rental cars.
Southwest Florida
International Airport (RSW)
Top car rental agencies have desks conveniently
located at Naples Airport, including Avis, Dollar,
Enterprise, Hertz and Thrifty.
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commercial airport. Sixteen airlines provide nonstop
service to 46 destinations.
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GETTING AROUND
American Comfort Limousines
flylcpa.com
11000 Terminal Access Rd., Fort Myers
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Top car rental agencies have desks conveniently
located at RSW, including Alamo, Avis, Budget,
Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty.
Other rental agencies are located nearby.
Classic Luxury Transportation
classicluxurytransportation.com
960 Chalmers Dr., Ste. 106, Marco Island,
800-553-8294, 239-394-1888
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The transportation provider of the NFL Players
Association services individuals, groups and weddings.
Dolphin Transportation
Specialists, Inc.
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Sedans, SUVs, vans, stretch limousines, limousines,
party buses and motor coaches. Airport rides and
cruise port transportation throughout South Florida.
Atlantis Cars
and Limousines
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Go Platinum Transportation, LLC
goplatinumtransportation.com
13891 Jetport Loop, Unit 8, Fort Myers,
239-434-9400
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Providing luxury limo service and airport
transportation since 1994 in the Fort Myers,
Bonita Springs and Naples area.
From private charters, weddings and special events
to all general transportation needs. Specializing in
limousines and yachts.
Naples Transportation & Tours
naples-transportation.com
1010 Sixth Ave. S., Naples,
800-592-0848, 239-262-7300
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If planning a meeting, conference or special event
in Southwest Florida, consider all of the advantages
offered by Naples Transportation & Tours.
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Prestige Transportation
Airport transportation to and from all Florida airports
or anywhere. Sedans, vans, buses and limos. Large
groups. Discount rates available.
Trek Bicycle Store
trekbikesflorida.com
9051 Tamiami Trl. N., Ste. 99, Naples,
239-591-8735
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Large selection of rental bicycles, organized group
rides and bicycle route maps. Awesome store staff!
VISITOR INFORMATION
Ave Maria Visitor Center
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Offering a full menu of Harley products, as well as
Harley rentals on site and riding academy training.
Close to 50 shops and restaurants circle the town
center. Some of Naples' best shopping secrets –
most owned and operated by local families.
Island Bike Shop
& Scootertown
Big Cypress National Preserve Oasis
Visitor Center
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33000 Tamiami Trl. E., Ochopee, 239-695-4758
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A full-service bicycle shop, as well as "the best"
place to rent fun! We rent motor scooters and
bicycles for all ages and all sizes.
Marco Island Area
Provides convenient transportation between Naples'
main waterfront shopping and dining locations.
avemaria.com
5076 Annunciation Cir., #104, Naples,
239-352-3903
hdnaples.com
3645 Gateway Ln., Naples,
239-594-5504
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dolphinnaples.com
3963 Progress Ave., Naples,
800-385-5370, 239-530-0100
islandbikeshops.com
1095 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island,
239-394-8400
atlantiscars.com
2338 Immokalee Rd., Ste. 437, Naples,
239-404-3333
naplesbaywatershuttle.com
880 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-206-0160
prestigetransportationflorida.com
310 Melrose Pl., Naples,
866-304-0904, 239-304-0904
Harley Davidson of Naples
americancomfortlimo.com
4084 Arnold Ave., Ste. 1 & 2, Naples,
888-546-6117, 239-262-5466
Offering ground transportation to and from any
Southwest Florida destination, whether for
business or for pleasure.
Naples Bay Water Shuttle
A Southwest Florida provider of premium
transportation services with the largest and
most diverse fleet of late-model luxury vehicles.
flylcpa.com
11000 Terminal Access Rd., Ste. 8671,
Fort Myers, 239-590-4800
naplesairportshuttle.com
5051 Costello, Ste. 28, Naples,
888-569-2227, 239-430-4747
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Car Rentals at
Southwest Florida
International Airport (RSW)
165 Airpark Blvd., Immokalee,
239-657-9003
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Keewaydin Express
beachbugz.com
990 1st Ave. S., Naples, 239-344-9009
VISITOR
SERVICES
Naples Area/Ave Maria Area
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Immokalee
Maps, ranger-led tours, exhibits, permits and more.
Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center
nps.gov/bicy
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The center tells the story of the Big Cypress Swamp
and the diverse ecosystems and public lands that
make up the Western Everglades.
Collier County Lodging
& Tourism Alliance
Experience Naples
Visitor Center
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cclta.org
P.O. Box 2098, Naples
Dedicated to ensuring the successful marketing of
the greater Naples area as a premier domestic and
international destination.
Everglades Area Chamber of
Commerce Visitor Center
u32016 Tamiami Trl. E., Everglades City,
239-695-3941
experience-naples.com
800-592-0848, 239-262-7300
The center is the beginning point of Naples Trolley
Tours, Everglades Excursion and Segway of Naples
tours. Concierge services available.
Greater Naples
Chamber of Commerce
Visitor Information Center
Come visit the Western portion of the Everglades,
an area of beguiling beauty. Hike, bike, paddle,
fish, drive or fly in this exciting landscape.
napleschamber.org
239-262-6376
Everglades Area Info
Connecting visitors to the best of Naples'
attractions, dining, activities and more.
Look for our new location coming in 2016.
evergladesarea.info
Port of the Islands, 239-384-4659
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Information about local news, events and area
attractions. Come explore the Everglades!
Everglades National Park Gulf Coast
Visitor Center
nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/gcdirections.htm
815 Oyster Bar Ln., Everglades City,
239-695-3311
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Educational displays, orientation films, brochures,
backcountry permits, boat tours and canoe rentals.
Restrooms are available.
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Immokalee
Chamber of Commerce
Visitor Center
immokaleechamber.com
1300 N. 15th St., Ste. 2, Immokalee,
239-657-3237
Marco Island Area
Chamber of Commerce
Visitor Center
marcoislandchamber.org
1102 N. Collier Blvd., Marco Island,
888-330-1422, 239-394-7549
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Discover the magic, beautiful beaches, stunning
sunsets, dolphins, manatees, fishing, golf, tennis,
shopping and fine dining of Marco Island.
Naples, Marco Island,
Everglades Convention
& Visitors Bureau
paradisecoast.com
2660 N. Horseshoe Dr., #105, Naples,
239-252-2384
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Services primarily provided to tour operators,
meeting planners, travel agents and journalists.
The public is encouraged to visit the Greater
Naples Chamber of Commerce visitor center.
Third Street South Concierge
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thirdstreetsouth.com
1207 Third Street S., Naples, 239-434-6533
Immokalee, Collier County's largest non-coastal
community, includes beautiful Lake Trafford,
Ave Maria, Collier Family Farms and Audubon
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
South. Ask about events, or Old Naples in general.
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Find out about shops and restaurants on Third Street
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Miller's World
AREA
SIGHTSEEING
millersworld.com
901 South Copeland Ave., Everglades City,
888-956-6251, 239-695-2091
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Nine-acre property is home to the World Famous
Oyster House Restaurant and Glades Haven Marina
with boat dockage, power boat rentals, bikes and
canoe/kayak rentals. q V
Naples Botanical Garden
ATTRACTIONS
Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
corkscrew.audubon.org
375 Sanctuary Rd. W., Naples,
239-348-9151
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13,000-acre wilderness area with country's largest
remaining virgin bald cypress. Boardwalk through
pinelands, wet prairies and hammocks. One of
the top birding sites in the U.S. q g V
Collier Family Farms
collierfamilyfarms.com
5321 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria,
239-207-5231
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naplesgov.com
25 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-213-7120
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The pier is the focal point of Naples Beach. The city
of Naples provides a blanket fishing license for the pier,
so everyone with a fishing rod is welcome.
FREE q g
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
napleszoo.org
1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Naples,
239-262-5409
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Two 18-hole miniature golf courses in a tranquil,
tropical setting. Snack bar and daily golf specials. q
Golisano Children's Museum
of Naples
cmon.org
15080 Livingston Rd., Naples, 239-514-0084
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Committed to nurturing bonds among families and all
generations. The two-story, 30,000-sq.-ft. museum
celebrates the natural curiosity
of children. q g V
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Ochopee Post Office
u38000 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee, 239-695-2099
The smallest post office in the U.S., formerly an
irrigation pipe shed. Opened after a 1953 fire burned
Ochopee's general store and post office. q g
Off The Hook Adventures SailingShelling-Sightseeing
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offthehookadventures.com
909 Collier Ct., Marco Island, 239-571-4665
Themed gardens, including a series of
education and demonstration gardens. FREE q
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Marco Golf & Garden
Paradise Coast Blueway
paradisecoastblueway.com
800-688-3600
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marcogolfandgarden.com
971 Winterberry Dr., Marco Island,
239-970-0561
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GPS-marked paddling trail routes from Everglades City
to Goodland through the Ten Thousand Islands. Maps
available online, or call to request. FREE q g V
A challenging miniature golf course in an
award-winning garden. q
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Offering eco-excursion boat tours on catamarans.
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Marco Island Area
Everglades Area
Symbols: q = Family Friendly, g = Handicapped Access, V = Guided Tours,
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napleswaterpark.com
A six-acre water park located in North Collier Regional
Park. Features include water-dumping buckets, water
pistols, four pools, a lazy river and water tower with
slides. q V
BEACHES
Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park
2 Barefoot Beach Rd., Bonita Springs,
239-252-4000
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The park has nature trails, estuary waters for canoe
tours, a long stretch of beach, restrooms, showers,
plus a food and rental beach equipment concession.
No. 2 on Top Ten USA Beaches list. q g V
Clam Pass Beach Park
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Horticultural Learning Center
collier.ifas.ufl.edu
14700 Immokalee Rd., Naples,
239-252-4800
Sun-N-Fun Lagoon
colliergov.net/parks
Seagate Dr., Naples, 239-252-4000
Feed giraffes. It's wild fun from apes to zebras. Shows,
cruise and more in a historic botanical garden and
Southwest Florida's only nationally accredited zoo.
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Naples Pier
coralcaygolf.com
2205 E. Tamiami Trl., Naples,
239-793-4999
Skunk Ape Headquarters
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Choose from world-class fishing or scuba diving, take
a relaxing cruise on one of the sightseeing boats or
paddle down the Cocohatchee River. q g V
Coral Cay Adventure Golf
Open 24/7, Seminole Casino Hotel is the premier
gaming destination in Southwest
Florida. FREE g
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Purchase Skunk Ape memorabilia, along with alligator
heads and other souvenirs. Reptile and bird exhibit
with gators, constrictors and exotic birds. q g V
naplesgov.com/departments/
parksandrecreation/citydock.aspx
880 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-213-3070
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Open 9:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon.–Sat. Learn about the
importance of our resources, understand the role we
play in protecting those treasures and get inspired to
take action. Explore the Dalton Discovery Center, take
an electric boat ride, shop the gift shop. q g V
seminoleimmokaleecasino.com
506 S. First St., Immokalee,
800-218-0007, 239-658-1313
skunkape.biz
cruisefishdive.com
12345 N. Tamiami Trl., Naples, 239-592-1200
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Tour 110,000 acres by boat or kayak; visit the
Environmental Learning Center's aquariums,
exhibits, nature trail, store. Programs offered
twice daily. q g V
Naples City Dock at Crayton Cove
Naples Marina & Excursions
conservancy.org
1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples,
239-262-0304
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A world-class tropical paradise with cultivated gardens
of Brazil, Florida, Asia and the Caribbean, plus
preserve trails and a fanciful Children's Garden. Enjoy
lunch at the Fogg Cafe and many special events and
exhibits. q g V
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Conservancy of
Southwest Florida
Nature Center
rookerybay.org
300 Tower Rd., Naples, 239-530-5940
Seminole Casino Hotel - Immokalee
naplesgarden.org
4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples,
877-433-1874, 239-643-7275
Naples' largest fishing and sailing charter fleet, boats
from 25 to 53 ft. available for charter and sightseeing.
Non-GMO, USDA certified organic family farm
open for farm tours by appointment. Select fresh
seasonal fruit and vegetables at U-Pick fields or
from the Farm Store. q V
Rookery Bay National Estuarine
Research Reserve
Immokalee
Concessions rent chairs, cabanas, canoes, kayaks and
beach equipment, including beach wheelchairs. Snack
bar and restrooms. Ranger-guided tours available. g V
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
floridastateparks.org/park/Delnor-Wiggins
11135 Gulfshore Dr., Naples, 239-597-6196
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A 199-acre barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico. More
than a mile of unspoiled beach, fishing, sunbathing,
shelling, swimming, picnicking and birding. Named
No. 9 on the Top Ten USA Beaches list. g V
Lowdermilk Park on Naples Beach
naplesgov.com
1301 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples,
239-213-3029
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Picnic tables, concessions, sand volleyball
courts, restrooms and showers are available.
Free sand chairs available for beachgoers
who require a wheelchair. q g
Naples Beach
naplesgov.com
25 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-213-7120
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The pier is the focal point of Naples Beach,
but the sand stretches for miles. There are
public access points at the west end of all
the downtown avenues. FREE q g
l = Boat Launch
North Gulf Shore Beach Access
Fly Ride Charters
Marco Island Ski & Watersports
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marcoislandwatersports.com
400 S. Collier Blvd., 560 S. Collier Blvd.,
Marco Island, 239-642-2359
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Whether by ground, sea or in the air, Fly Ride prides
itself on its fleet of automobiles, yachts and aircraft,
but most of all its people and the services it provides.
Exclusive guided WaveRunner tours through the
mangroves of the Ten Thousand Islands, parasailing,
shelling, sunset cruises and watercraft rentals. q V
N. Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples, 239-252-4000
Walking path between the condominiums of Seagate
and North Gulf Shore Blvd. provides access to the
Gulf beach in North Naples. q
South Marco Beach Access
930 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island, 239-252-4000
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flyridecharters.com
1326 Egret's Landing, Unit 202, Naples,
239-331-6868
Glades Haven Marina
Naples Bay Resort Boat Rentals
theevergladesflorida.com
801 S. Copeland Ave., Everglades City,
239-695-2628
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nbrboatrental.com
1500 5th Avenue S., Ship Store, Naples,
239-530-5134
collierparks.com
480 Hernando Dr., Marco Island, 239-252-4000
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Offering bait and tackle, boat launch and dockage,
canoe, kayak and powerboat rentals, tours, on-site
convenience store, restaurant and cabins. V
The marina provides 97 slips accommodating boats up to
90 feet, a fuel dock and in-slip pump-out services equipped
with a 50-amp, 110/220 power supply. q g
White-sand beach, barrier island in the making, bird
watching, shelling, tidal pool exploration and breathtaking
sunsets. Playground and full facilities. q g
colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=3121
740 Palm Dr., Goodland, 239-252-4060
naplesnantucketyachtcharters.com
1326 Egrets Landing, Unit 202, Naples,
239-331-6868
Public Beach Access. $8 daily parking fee without
Collier County beach parking permit.
Tigertail Beach Park
Vanderbilt Beach
22 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples, 239-252-4000
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Bird watching, shelling and stand-up paddleboarding
are just some of the activities to be enjoyed at this
white-sand beach. q g
BOATING/RENTAL
& LAUNCH
Extreme Family Fun Spot
extremefamilyfunspot.com
423 Bayfront Pl., US 41 & Goodlette-Frank Rds.,
Naples, 239-774-0061
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Daily bay, beach, shelling and sunset cruises aboard
Bayfront Coverunner, with swivel seats and 360-degree
views. Also boat, kayak and paddleboard rentals. q V
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Goodland Boating Park
Naples Nantucket Yacht Group llc
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75 boat trailer parking spaces and 16 regular vehicle
spaces; two land boating landing ramp; 22 wet boat
slips; fish cleaning station; Dock Master station with
convenience store, restroom facilities and meeting
room. Boat launch fees are $8 per launch or $75 for
an annual, noncommercial boat launch pass.
Southwest Florida's premium provider of luxury yacht
charters with a fleet of yachts ranging from 40 to 110 ft. V
Park Shore Marina
parkshore-marina.com
4310 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples, 239-434-0724
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Isles Of Capri Marina
islesofcaprimarina.com
292 Capri Blvd., Naples, 239-389-4626
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Boat and kayak rental, fuel dock, ship’s store with
bait, tackle, beer, soda and ice. Custom offshore and
backcountry charter trips available. V
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All new rental boats with four-stroke Yamaha engines.
Isles of Capri Paddle Craft Park
Rose Marina
rosemarina.com
951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, 877-864-0588,
239-394-2502
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collierparks.com
3620 Collier Blvd., Naples, 239-252-4000
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The park features a paddle craft ramp, picnic pavilions
and restrooms, which are accessible by pedestrians.
FREE
Boat rentals, bait and tackle. Marco Island's largest
fishing and eco-tour charter boat fleet, new sales
center and brokerage yachts. q g V
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ENJOY YOUR
PARKS • PRESERVES • BEACHES
Collier County’s
Only Water Park
SHARK
SHARK VALLEY
VALLEY
TRAM
TRAM TOURS
TOURS
Experience
Experience Everglades
Everglades National
National
Experience
Everglades
National
Park’s
Park’s renowned
renowned wetlands
wetlands and
and
Park’s
renowned
wetlands
and
wildlife
wildlife with
with our
our two-hour
two-hour tours,
tours,
wildlife
with
our
two-hour
tours,
guided
guided by
by National
National Park-trained
Park-trained
guided
by
National
Park-trained
naturalists,
naturalists, on
on eco-friendly
eco-friendly biofuel
biofuel
naturalists,
on
eco-friendly
biofuel
trams.
Bike
rentals
also
available.
trams. Bike
trams.
Bike rentals
rentals also
also available.
available.
www.napleswaterpark.com
www.napleswaterpark.com
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AREA
SIGHTSEEING
CULTURE & HERITAGE
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
ahtahthiki.com
Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, 34725
W. Boundary Rd., Clewiston, 863-902-1113
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Features the history, art and culture of Florida's
"unconquered" Seminole Indians. Offering lifelike exhibits,
mile-long boardwalk and rare artifacts. q g V
Artis–Naples
artisnaples.org
5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples,
800-597-1900, 239-597-1900
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The Naples Players at
Sugden Community Theatre
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naplesplayers.org
701 Fifth Ave. S., Naples,
239-263-7990
The museum promotes respect and understanding
by teaching the history and lessons of the Holocaust.
Professional-quality musicals, comedies, dramas,
adult/children's classes, children's theater and more.
Presented year 'round on two state-of-the-art stages.
The Baker Museum at Artis–Naples
artisnaples.org
5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples,
800-597-1900, 239-597-1900
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The Baker Museum is one of the foremost fine arts
museums in Southwest Florida. The museum hosts
several traveling exhibitions annually to complement
installations of works from its permanent collections.
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Immokalee Pioneer Museum
at Roberts Ranch
colliermuseums.com
1215 Roberts Ave., Immokalee, 239-658-2466
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colliermuseums.com
3331 Tamiami Trl. E., Naples, 239-252-8476
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Five-acre site with historic cottages, native garden,
logging locomotive, Sherman tank and swamp
buggies. Exhibits tell the history of Collier County
and Florida. FREE q g V
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Gulfshore Playhouse
silverspot.net
9118 Strada Pl., Ste. 5150, Naples,
239-592-0300
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marcoislandart.org
1010 Winterberry Dr., Marco Island,
239-394-4221
Southwest Florida
Performing Arts
& Cultural Learning Center
Marco Island
Historical Museum
colliermuseums.com/locations/marco_museum
Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S.
Heathwood Dr., Marco Island, 239-642-1440
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Explore the extensive history of Marco Island from
archaic periods through modern times in Collier County
Museums' most recent regional site. FREE. q g
The area's first and finest award-winning professional
theater company. Performances at Norris Center, Naples.
Tickets may be purchased online or by phone. g
Historic Smallwood Store
smallwoodstore.com
360 Mamie St., Chokoloskee, 239-695-2989
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Experience the unique history of the Ten Thousand
Islands. Site of the death of Ed Watson, subject of
Peter Mathiessen's best sellers "Killing Mr. Watson"
and "Shadow Country." q V
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State-of-the-art performing arts center and dinner
theater opening in early 2016, hosting performing arts,
musical and comedy shows, dining and events.
TheatreZone
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The museum displays military photos, medals,
flight jackets, uniforms, newspaper clippings
and as many as 11,000 artifacts. FREE q
Naples' premier professional theater featuring lost
treasures of Broadway and world premieres. q g
United Arts Council Arts-Mart
The Museum of the Everglades
collierarts.com
1495 Pine Ridge Rd., #5, Naples,
239-254-8242
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colliermuseums.com
105 W. Broadway, Everglades City,
239-695-0008
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The most comprehensive information about the arts in
Collier County. Visit us at the Arts-Mart to browse or
purchase local artists' work. FREE
Tells the story of a town deep in the Florida
Everglades, the building of the Tamiami Trail
and the area's characters. Listed on the National
Register of Historic Places. FREE q g V
Weatherburn Gallery
weatherburn.com
452 Bayfront Pl., Naples, 239-263-8008
Naples Art Association
at The von Liebig Art Center
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The area's largest international art gallery, showcasing
oil paintings, watercolors and sculptures created by
award-winning artists from around the world.
Promoting education, interest and participation
in the contemporary visual arts through exhibits,
festivals, art classes and other programming. q
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FISHING
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Naples Historical Society
A&B Charters
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aandbcharters.com
550 Port-O-Call Way, Naples, 877-263-8833,
239-263-8833
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Historic Palm Cottage is Naples oldest house
(1895) and is listed as a Landmark in the
National Register of Historic Places. q g V
Deep-sea and inland fishing trips. Half- and full-day
sailing charters, shelling trips and cocktail charters to
Keewaydin Island. q g V
napleshistoricalsociety.org
137 12th Ave. S., Naples,
239-261-8164
Anglers Charters - Captain Jim Ponder
uNaples, 239-404-9036
Marco Island Area
Everglades Area
Immokalee
q = Family Friendly, g = Handicapped Access, V = Guided Tours, l = Boat Launch
swflperformingartscenter.com
11515 Bonita Beach Rd. S.E., Ste. 101,
Bonita Springs, 239-676-0785
theatrezone-florida.com
13275 Livingston Rd., Naples,
888-966-3352
museum-mm.org
500 Terminal Dr., Naples, 941-575-0401
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Symbols:
State-of-the-art movie theater equipped with
state-of-the-art digital sound, reserved seating,
leather seats, full bar, restaurant and lounge. q
Galleries, gift shop and outdoor shows.
Art education, lectures and performances
available. Gallery openings held on the second
Tues. of each month. FREE q g
naplesart.org
585 Park St., Naples,
239-262-6517
gulfshoreplayhouse.org
755 Eighth Ave. S., Naples,
866-811-4111, 239-261-7529
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Silverspot Cinema
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Collier County Museum
operanaples.org
2408 Linwood Ave., Naples,
239-963-9050
Marco Island
Center for the Arts
FREE q g V
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Photography of Everglades photographer Clyde
Butcher, Niki Butcher and other artists focused on the
natural world. Located in the Big Cypress National
Preserve. FREE q V
Opera Naples
Opera Naples has produced some of the most
beloved operas and earned significant praise from
both critics and patrons. Also a community-based,
non-profit arts organization rooted in volunteerism,
education and audience engagement. g
Museum of Military Memorabilia
clydebutcher.com
Big Cypress National Preserve,
52388 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee, 239-695-2428
q gV
One of the oldest and biggest historical cattle
ranches in continuous use in Florida. Placed on the
National Register of Historic Places on Oct. 4, 2003.
Clyde Butcher's Big Cypress Gallery
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HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org
239-263-9200
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The home of The Baker Museum and Naples
Philharmonic hosts over 300 concerts, plays,
performances, exhibitions and education events
from Sept.-July each year. q g V
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In addition to family fishing charters and "pro" fishing
charters, we offer manatee tours and dolphin watches
on backcountry eco-tours. q V
Backcountry Guide Service Captain Ken Chambers
Captain Tony Polizos
Dawn Patrol Charter Fishing
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evergladesabsolutefishing.com
406 S. Storter Ave., Everglades City,
239-695-2608
Experience exciting backcountry fishing for snook,
redfish and tarpon. Half-, 3/4- and full-day charters
available for up to four anglers. q g V
Fishing in the Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades
National Park for redfish, tarpon, trout and snook using
light tackle out of a 22-ft. bay boat. V
backcountryguideservice.com
385 Angler Dr., Goodland, 239-289-0984
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Big Shark Fishing
bigsharkfishing.com
604 E. Palm Ave., Goodland
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The premier fishing charter in all of Southwest
Florida including inshore calm waters with a
variety of fish, and fishing from Naples to
Everglades City. q V
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Captain Becky Campbell
evergladesfishingcharters.com
702 Begonia St., Everglades City,
239-695-2029
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Whether fishing, shelling, picnicking or sightseeing,
don't miss this experience of a lifetime. Fishing and
exploring remote islands, beaches, flats and rivers.
qV
Captain Rapps' Charters
and Guides
captainrapps.com
1150 Hamilton Ln., Chokoloskee, 239-571-1756
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Captain Rapps' charters and guides offer familyfriendly fishing charters in the Ten Thousand Islands
of the Everglades National Park. q V
dawnpatrolcharters.com
1458 Firwood Ct., Marco Island,
239-394-0608
Family fishing trips, sightseeing tours and
shelling excursions with Captain Bill Walsh. q
Day Star Charters
Captain Will Geraghty,
Fishing Guide
V
daystarcharters.com
2023 Davis Blvd., Naples,
239-417-3474
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naplessportfishing.com
Port-O-Call Marina, 550 Port-O-Call Way,
Naples, 239-793-0969
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Private charter for a group of up to six for backwater
fishing, four for offshore fishing. Includes all
licenses, bait, tackle and fishing equipment. q V
Guided fishing excursions in the backcountry
waters of Naples and Marco Island. Offshore wreck
and reef fishing. Exciting eco-excursions upon
request. q g V
Double R's Fishing
and Tour Co.
doublersfishingandtours.com
25000 Tamiami Trl. E., Naples,
239-642-9779
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Chokoloskee Charters
evergladesareatours.com
238 Mamie St., Chokoloskee, 239-695-9107
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Offshore/backwater fishing in the estuaries of
the Ten Thousand Islands. Tours in a 6-pack
deck boat viewing birds, alligators, manatees
and dolphins. q g V
Everglades National Park is one of the most pristine
fisheries in North America. Tarpon, snook, redfish and
trout. Two to six anglers with reservations. q V
Dalis Fishing Charters
Enterprise Charters
fishnaplesdalis.com
880 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-450-4870
enterprisecharters.com
Marco River Marina, 951 Bald Eagle Dr.,
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Captain Gene Luciano and Captain Paul Luciano have
40 years of experience fishing Southwest Florida
waters; their vessels have the latest safety
equipment and electronics.
TripAdvisor-rated No. 1 charter fishing vessel
on Marco Island. Offers the only enclosed salon
in the area for all-weather comfort. q V
GET CLOSER
AT NAPLES ZOO
Discover the natural beauty of lions, a
Florida panther, honey badgers, leopards,
and more living beneath the canopy of
giant trees in this tropical jungle. Embark
on a guided cruise through islands of
monkeys. Enjoy a full day of wildlife
shows. Feed a herd of giraffe. It’s wild fun
from alligators to zebras in SW Florida’s
only nationally accredited zoo and
historic botanical garden.
1590 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples 34102
www.napleszoo.org
239-262-5409
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SIGHTSEEING
Naples Backcountry Fishing
Big Cypress National Preserve
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naplesbackcountryfishing.com
221 Goodland Dr. W., Goodland,
239-289-7228
An Orvis-endorsed backcountry fly fishing
instructor and USCG Master Licensed captain,
Captain Merritt is a 22-year veteran fishing guide
and a national speaker. q V
America's first national preserve, protecting 729,000
acres of freshwater swamp ecosystem and supporting
marine estuaries along Florida Southwest coast.
naples-fishingcharters.com
7122 Sugar Magnolia Ct., Naples,
239-777-3858
naplesgov.com
755 Eighth Ave. S., Naples, 239-213-3058
Naples Fishing Charters
Everglades Guide Service
naplesfishingcharters.org
1500 Danford St., Naples, 239-450-9230
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Fish the backcountry and estuaries of Estero Bay,
Rookery Bay, the Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades
National Park. Tackle/license provided. q V
Findictive Charters
findictive.com
880 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-774-3314
FREE q g V
Cambier Park and Norris Center
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Catch redfish, snook and the elusive tarpon.
We deliver pristine waters and a challenge that
keeps the motivated angler coming back time
and again. q V
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No Free Lunch Charters
Theatrical performances, art displays, classes and
recreational rooms. Other amenities include band shell,
tennis, shuffleboard, bocce and open play area.
FREE q
Collier-Seminole State Park
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floridastateparks.org/park/Collier-Seminole
239-394-3397
Fins-N-Grins Charter Fishing
Light tackle and fly-fishing charters in the coastal
Everglades of Florida. V
View tropical plants and many types of endangered
animals. The historic walking dredge that constructed
the Tamiami Trail in the 1920s is on display. q g V
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Whether it is a half-day offshore with the family,
a 12-hour adventure, or something in between,
the Findictive can accommodate everyone. q
charterfishingmarcoisland.com
385 Angler Dr., Goodland, 239-784-2442
Fishing the backwaters of Marco Island, including the
Everglades Ten Thousand Islands Marine Sanctuary.
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Hope Fishing Adventures
hopefishing.com
Call for pickup location, Everglades City,
239-232-0086
Customized trips such as fishing and a private beach
lunch, tarpon fishing with a beautiful sunrise, or a great
day snapper fishing with the family. q
Krakoon Charters
krakonooncharters.com
Cocohatchee River Park, 13531 Vanderbilt Dr.,
Naples, 239-348-5322
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Saltwater eco-conscious group trips focused on
fishing, diving, spearing and swimming. We take you to
rare spots, and foster competency and understanding.
MadSnookin' - Captain Jesse Karen
madsnookin.com
Goodland Boat Park, 750 Palm Point Dr.,
Goodland, 239-249-9878
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Catch tons of fish in Southwest Florida with Captain
Jesse. Advanced to beginner and families to small
groups – they'll take care of all your fishing needs. V
Mangrove Outfitters Fly Shop Inc.
mangroveoutfitters.com
888-319-9848, 239-793-3370
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An exclusive, full-service Naples fly-fishing store.
Guide services, classes and seminars. One of the
largest selections of fly-tying materials in Southwest
Florida. q g V
Ms. B. Haven Fishing & Eco Charters
fishinnaples.com
550 Port-O-Call Way, Naples, 239-825-4292
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Voted No. 1 by TripAdvisor the last five years,
legendary Captain Mike Bailey offers backwater
and offshore fishing and eco-tours with three
custom boats. q V
backcountryfishing.net
1180 Chokoloskee Dr., #33, Chokoloskee,
239-695-2172
On A Mission Fishing Charters
239-293-7901
On a Mission Fishing Charters offers a first-class
experience of Florida backcountry and offshore fishing,
as well as fly fishing with Captain Wes Bedell. q V
Pure Florida
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CREW Land & Water Trust
crewtrust.org
1295 Shady Hollow Blvd. W., Naples,
239-657-2253
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The Bird Rookery Swamp Trail offers 12 miles of hiking
and biking trails, including an 1800-ft. boardwalk with
wheelchair accessibility. FREE q g V
collierparks.com
11565 E. Tamiami Trl., Naples, 239-793-4414
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"Seas the day" with Pure Florida! Our cruises, tours
and rentals enable you to experience fishing, shelling,
sightseeing, dolphin watching and more! q V
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Sea Gone Fishing
Listed as one of the top 10 birding sites in Southwest
Florida, it's home to more than 160 species of birds.
Ball fields, restrooms, playground and picnic areas.
FREE q g V
Everglades National Park
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nps.gov/ever/index.htm
815 Oyster Bar Ln., Everglades City,
239-695-3311
Specializes in backwater light-tackle sport fishing,
offshore and near-shore angling. Shelling, sightseeing
and eco-tours. Fully eqipped. q V
The park is the only subtropical wilderness in
the U.S. It contains temperate and tropical plant
communities, as well as marine and estuarine
environments. FREE q g V
fishmarcoisland.com
Calusa Island Marina, 385 Angler Dr.,
Six Chuter Charters/Marco Island
Kayak Adventures
sixchutercharters.com
Marco River Marina, 951 Bald Eagle Dr.,
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Catch Florida's game fish in the backwater,
near the coast and in the Gulf of Mexico.
Also offering shelling, sightseeing and family
combo trips for all. q V
INLAND PARKS
Ann Olesky Park
at Lake Trafford
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The only natural freshwater lake this side of Lake
Okeechobee. This 1,500-acre lake is known for its
fishing and is a haven for photographers, birders
and nature lovers. q
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Fakahatchee Strand
Preserve State Park
floridastateparks.org/park/Fakahatchee-Strand
137 Coastline Dr., Copeland, 239-695-4593
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Forests of bald cypress, native royal palms and
orchids. Boardwalk to virgin cypress strand. Day
hikes available. Park guided swamp walks Nov.–Apr.
FREE q g V
Fleischmann Park
naplesgov.com
1600 Fleischmann Blvd., Naples,
239-213-3020
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Lighted racquetball, volleyball, basketball
courts and game fields. Playground, water
splash area, game room, skate park and
restrooms. FREE q g
collierparks.com
6001 Lake Trafford Rd., Immokalee,
239-252-4000
Marco Island Area
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Eagle Lakes Community Park
purefl.com
Tin City, 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples,
239-263-4949
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nps.gov/bicy
33100 Tamiami Trail E., Ochopee,
239-695-2000
Immokalee
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Florida Panther
National Wildlife Refuge
fws.gov/floridapanther
12085 S.R. 29, Immokalee, 239-657-8001
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Serves as habitat for the Florida panther and other
wildlife, and as a research site for the Native Orchid
Restoration Project. Hiking trails open to the public.
FREE q g
Frank E. Mackle Jr.
Community Park
Pepper Ranch Preserve
Veterans Community Park - Naples
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6315 Pepper Ranch Rd., Immokalee,
239-252-2495
Walking and biking paths around a scenic lake, picnic
area, and all-new playground and spray park facility,
plus soccer fields. FREE q g
Home to many native wildlife species, including
panthers. Tent camping permitted on Friday and
non-hunting Saturday nights, Oct.–June. Reserve
in advance, in person. FREE q
cityofmarcoisland.com
1361 Andalusia Ter., Marco Island,
239-642-0575
Fred W. Coyle Freedom Park
collierparks.com
1515 Golden Gate Pkwy., Naples, 239-252-4062
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50 acres with 5-acre lake and approximately 3,500
feet of boardwalk constructed throughout the park.
FREE q
Golden Gate Community Park
and Aquatic Center
collierparks.com
3300 Santa Barbara Blvd., Naples,
239-353-7128
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collierparks.com
1895 Veterans Park Dr., Naples, 239-566-2367
Provides a soccer field, football fields, a baseball field
and tennis, bocce, basketball, racquetball and volleyball
courts. Fitness center and dog park. FREE q g
Vineyards Community Park
6231 Arbor Blvd., Naples, 239-353-9669
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Picayune Strand
State Forest
Community center, lighted softball fields, tennis
and basketball courts. Soccer fields, racquetball,
picnic shelters, amphitheater, concession and
restrooms. FREE q g
freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/FloridaForest-Service/Our-Forests/State-Forests/
Picayune-Strand-State-Forest
2121 52nd Ave. S.E., Naples,
239-348-7557
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SPORTS CENTERS
The forest is home to many unique species of flora and
fauna, as well as a multitude of recreational activities.
Horse trails with equestrian camping area. q
Academia Sánchez-Casal
asc-florida.com
4995 Airport Pulling Rd. N., Naples,
239-263-1818
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Sugden Regional Park
Large pool, kids' pool and water slide, lighted tennis,
racquetball, basketball, volleyball and shuffleboard
areas, playground, restrooms and fitness center.
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Gordon River Greenway
gordonrivergreenway.org
1596 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples,
239-262-0015
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A scenic, paved nature trail with water access along
the Gordon River in the heart of Naples. Ideal for
walkers, hikers, runners, cyclists, kayakers, birders,
families, artists and nature lovers. FREE q g
Immokalee Community Park
collierparks.com
321 N. First St., Immokalee, 239-252-4449
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Offers baseball/softball fields, tennis, racquetball,
basketball and sand volleyball courts. Multiple ages
playground. Conference rooms are also available.
FREE q g
Margood Harbor Park
u325 Pear Tree Ave., Goodland
This 2.5-acre park features the Margood History
and Community Center, a pedestrian walkway,
open-air pavilions, bocce ball and sand volley ball
courts, horsehoes, a canoe and kayak launch,
and a playground. q
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The Naples Preserve
naplesgov.com/d/departments/
parksandrecreation/naplespreserve.aspx
U.S. 41 N. at Fleischmann Blvd., Naples,
239-261-4290
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A unique green space located in the heart of Naples.
An elevated boardwalk enables visitors to take a tour
through this scrub oak community. A great place to
see gopher tortoises. FREE
colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=2655
4284 Avalon Dr., Naples, 239-252-4000
Using tennis and education within the 'Academia'
framework as the vehicle for personal development,
our student athletes will continue to be good
citizens of the world long after they leave our care.
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Playground, open play area, picnic areas,
amphitheater, pavilions, paved fitness trail,
60-acre lake and swimming beach. FREE q
Ten Thousand Islands
National Wildlife Refuge
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Altair Gun Club at Deep Lake Altair Training Solutions
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altairtrainingsolutions.com
20201 S.R. 29, Jerome,
877-864-8550, 239-777-8954
Most of the refuge is boat accessible only,
and is open to fishing and waterfowl hunting.
Marsh Trail offers spectacular birdwatching
and photography. FREE q g
Altair combines unique adventures with impactful
training. The training center's new 22,000 sq.-ft.
facility will allow teams to conduct adventure
teambuilding, specialized military training and
leadership development programs.
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fws.gov/refuges/profiles/index.cfm?id=41555
12085 S.R. 29 S., Everglades City,
239-657-8001
MAKING HISTORY
P E R S O NA L
Every face tells a story. Every
story, a personal journey. We
make history personal every
day. Open year round, closed
major holidays. For more
information and our latest
Events Calendar, please visit
HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org.
North Collier Regional Park
collierparks.com
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Sun-N-Fun Lagoon water park offers fun and relief
from the heat for families. Large facilities for soccer and
softball, fitness center and gymnasium. FREE q g
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4760 TTamiami
amiami TTrail
rail North, Suite 7, Naples, FL 34103
www.HolocaustMuseumSWFL.org
Pelican Bay Community Park
collierparks.com
764 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples,
239-598-3025
A cooperative
effort funded by
the Collier County
Tourist Development Tax
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Lighted clay tennis court, racquetball and basketball
courts, bocce courts, lighted tot lot, softball field,
soccer field and lake.
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AREA
SIGHTSEEING
Naples Air, Inc. (Air Charters)
Everglades Day Safari
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374 Citation Pt., Naples, 239-403-4838
Air charters for business and pleasure. Day trips to
Key West, Disney, Orlando, the Space Center and
the Bahamas. V
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More than ten parks and community centers work
to provide quality recreational programs for adults
and kids alike. q
Collier County Sports Tourism
athletesinparadise.com
2660 N. Horseshoe Dr., Ste. 105, Naples,
239-252-4267
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Whether for an event organizer or sports enthusiast,
the Naples, Marco Island, Everglades area is perfect
for sports travel, competition and training. q
Florida Sports Park
thefloridasportspark.com
8520 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd., Naples,
800-897-2701, 239-774-2701
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Florida Sports Park is the home of the world-famous
swamp buggy races along with many other racing,
cultural and social events. q g
Greater Naples YMCA
greaternaplesymca.org
5450 YMCA Rd., Naples, 239-591-8500
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Wings - 10,000 Islands Aero Tours
Gulf Coast Clays
gulfcoastclays.com
12425 Union Rd., Naples, 239-642-8999
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Trap, skeet and sporting clays shooting club.
Offering trap, skeet, five-stand sporting clays and a
fully automated 15-station sporting clays course. q
New Hope Event Center
newhopeeventcenter.com
7675 Davis Blvd., Naples, 239-348-0122
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A multifaceted, state-of-the-art facility designed
specifically to ensure the success of your
one-of-a-kind social, business or sports event.
evergladesedge.com
Snake Rd., Belle Meade, 239-353-1648
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Fly in an Alaskan floatplane over the Ten Thousand
Islands, the Everglades or the Keys. Enjoy a day or
two at Key West or Fort Jefferson. q V
Various-length bicycle trips and hiking traverse
Picayune Strand State Forest. Nature rides for a
scenic experience; sport rides offer a more physical
experience. q V
TOURS BY LAND
Everglades Excursions
C&G's Big Cypress
Swamp Buggy Tours
everglades-excursions.com
1010 Sixth Ave. S., Naples, 239-262-7300
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bigcypressswampbuggytours.com
Turner River Rd., Ochopee, 239-478-4419
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Full- and half-day excursions through the Everglades
with eco-tour guides. Includes visit to historic
Everglades City, airboat tour, tour of Big Cypress.
The tour is an exciting ride through the preserve
on a swamp buggy equiped to carry up to six
passengers. Two buggies available for each tour. V
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Captain Steve's Swamp
Buggy Adventures
423 Bayfront Pl., U.S. 41 & Goodlette-Frank Rds.,
Naples, 239-774-0061
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captainstevesswampbuggyadventures.com
Concho Bille Trailhead, Big Cypress National
Preserve. Call for Directions., Chokoloskee,
877-871-5386, 239-695-2186
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"The best opportunity to observe and photograph
native wildlife up close from the safety of a swamp
buggy." Kids ride free with two paying adults. q g V
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Guided Bicycle Tours of the Natural Everglades,
historic Old Naples or Marco Island. High-end bicycles,
certified guides, drinks and snacks included. q V
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Naples Food Tours
naplesfoodtours.com
P.O. Box 110428, Naples,
800-979-3370, 239-404-7884
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Subtropical wilderness hike in the world's only
Bald Cypress Royal Palm Forest. The U.S. orchid
and bromeliad capital where endless flora and
fauna thrive! q V
collierparks.com
evergladesadventure.com
Various Locations, Naples,
239-405-2060
relief from the heat for families. Large facilities for
soccer and softball, fitness center and gymnasium.
Full-day excursions to the Everglades. Join their
knowledgeable guides to experience one of the
most unique wetland ecosystems in the world. q
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Looking for something different? How about
food, fun and facts with the area's newest and
most unique attraction — Naples Food Tours. q
Naples Trolley Tours
Everglades Adventure Center
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Airport shuttle, custom tours, Florida Keys, 10,000
Islands, Everglades and aerial photography. Semischeduled service out of Marco Island Executive
Airport. Locally owned and operated. q g V
Come visit the "Concierge of the Everglades!" Tour
packages offer transportation from Naples to the
Everglades area, outdoor recreation like canoeing,
kayaking, airboats and stops at the Everglades
Adventure Center offering "Tastes of the Everglades"
plus much more. q g V
Marco Island Area
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naplestrolleytours.com
239-262-1914
See the best of Naples on a vintage trolley and enjoy a
narrated tour covering more than 100 points of interest.
Segway tours of Naples also available. q g V
Orange Jeep Tours
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ravenair.net
2005 Mainsail Dr., Naples, 239-777-4046
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evergladesadventurecenter.com
102 Collier Ave., Everglades City,
239-695-0075
Island Hoppers Raven Air
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ecoeverglades.com
32016 Tamiami Trl. E., Everglades,
239-719-0565
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marcomurderandmayhem.com
100 Palm St., Marco Island, 239-537-8353
naplesbicycletours.com
Mobile operation, Naples,
239-825-6344
Eco Everglades
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Sun-N-Fun Lagoon water park, offering fun and
Marco Murder and Mayhem
Naples Bicycle Tours
Non-GMO, USDA certified organic family farm
open for farm tours. Select fresh seasonal fruit
and vegetables at U-Pick fields or from the Farm
Store. Open for farm tours by appointment. q V
Everglades Adventures
See the natural beauty and learn the history of Old
Naples on a hip and fun Segway personal transporter.
Offering beginner and advanced tours. q V
Marco Murder and Mayhem Historical Frightseeing
Tour of Marco Island! V
collierfamilyfarms.com
5321 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria,
239-207-5231
North Collier Regional Park
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Everglades Edge
Backcountry Eco Tours
wingsaerotours.com/id2.html
650 E. C. Airpark Rd., Everglades City,
239-695-3296
Collier Family Farms
The Greater Naples YMCA offers family-friendly
health and wellness to the community and beyond.
A Florida SEE gold certified eco-tour. Safaris include
a scenic boat ride, nature walk, wildlife drive, airboat
ride and a delicious lunch. q V
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& Recreation Department
FREE q g
ecosafari.com
10450 Corkescrew Commons Dr., Estero,
800-472-3069, 239-472-1559
Immokalee
orangejeeptours.com
Ave Maria Information Center, 5076 Annunciation
Cir., Ave Maria, 239-434-5337
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90-minute narrated eco-tours in a custom Jeep. An
ecological lover's choice for an outdoor adventure
while visiting the Naples area. q V
Segway Tours of Naples
segwayofnaples.com
1010 Sixth Ave. S., Naples, 239-262-7300
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Please contact for more information.
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Shark Valley Tram Tours
sharkvalleytramtours.com
36000 S.W. 8th St., Everglades National Park,
Miami, 305-221-8455
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Shark Valley Tours offers two-hour naturalist-led
tram tours on alternative fueled biodiesel vehicles in
the northern entrance of the Everglades N.P. g V
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Stepping Stone Ecotours
C&G's Big Cypress
Swamp Buggy Tours
captainjacksairboattours.com
844-326-2628, 239-695-4400
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bigcypressswampbuggytours.com
Turner River Rd., Ochopee,
239-478-4419
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Go on a thrilling adventure through mangrove
tunnels on our Everglades airboat tour. You'll learn
about Everglades plants, animals and folklore. q V
During wet season the buggy's big tires
plow through tunnels of cypress trees in water
ranging in depth from three inches to four feet. V
Collier-Seminole Nature Tours
Captain Mitch's/Everglades
Private Airboat Tours
steppingstoneecotours.com/home.html
9415 Marino Cir., Unit 306, Naples,
239-293-0800
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Learn all about the Everglades, past and present. Expert
guides lead you on 1.25-mile walk through a wonderland
occupied by rich wildlife, cypress trees and royal palms. V
Vantastic Tours/Everglades
Adventures of Marco Island
vantastictours.com
531 E. Coconut Ave., Goodland, 239-394-7699
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Learn about the history of the people, places and
fascinating nature and wildlife of the Everglades during a
fully narrated tour aboard an air-conditioned van. q V
TOURS BY WATER
Billie Swamp Safari
swampsafari.com
Between Fort Lauderdale and Naples off of I-75
(at Exit 49), then N. 19 miles, Big Cypress Seminole
Indian Reservation, 800-949-6101, 863-983-6101
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A 2,200-acre wildlife park. Swamp buggy and
airboat rides, snake and swamp critter shows.
Animal exhibits. Day and night packages, stay
overnight. FREE q g V
collierseminole.com
2200 Tamiami Trl., Naples, 800-719-8160
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captainmitchs.com
31000 E. Tamiami Trl., Everglades City,
800-368-0065, 239-695-4637
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Captain Mitch's Premium Everglades airboat tours
on thousands of acres of private swamp. Local
captains. Be photographed holding a live alligator. V
Captain Ron's Awesome
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All other waverunner tours are simply
knockoffs of Captain Ron's, the original and
most experienced waverunner tour company.
Captain Bob's
Excellent Adventure
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www.naplesramada.com
www.naplesramada.com
800-325-1135
239-263-3434
800-325-1135 239-263-3434
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cbairboatrides.com
20610 Tamiami Trl. E., Naples, 239-389-7433
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Experienced airboat guides will take riders deep
into the 200-acre preserve to see exotic animal
and plant life, rare species of birds and alligators. V
sailingmarcoisland.com
Beach pick up at Eagle's Nest, 410 Collier Blvd.,
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Captain Bob's Excellent Adventure is a half-day
tour that includes your guide, transportation,
an awesome airboat ride and an interactive
reptile show. q V
1100 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, 34102
coolbeanscruises.com
Cross Cruises
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Cool Beans Cruises
Corey Billie's Airboat Rides
ecosafari.com
Convenient pick-up locations, Fort Myers,
800-472-3069, 239-472-1559
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Collier-Seminole Nature Tours offers guided
eco-tours and rental opportunities at Collier
Seminole State Park. q V
Set sail with Cool Beans Cruises on a catamaran
for a three-hour sightseeing trip or a 2.5-hour
champagne sunset cruise. Spot dolphins and birds,
swim to a white sand beach, hunt for shells. q
evergladesjetskitours.com
909 Collier Ct., Marco Island,
239-777-9975
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Captain Jack's Airboat Tours
Reach deserted island beaches for the best shelling in
the area. Spot dolphins, manatees, sea turtles and other
wildlife. Join them for daytime or sunset cruises. q V
EXPLORE
the Gardens of the Globe
No Passport Required.
Nine Cultivated Gardens | Nature Preserve
Walking Trails | Smith Children’s Garden | Splash Fountain
& Butterfly House | Chabraja Visitor Center
Berger Shop in the Garden | Fogg Café
4820 Bayshore Drive / 239.643.7275 / 877.433.1874
WWW.NAPLESGARDEN.ORG
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Everglades City Airboat Tours
AREA
SIGHTSEEING
Dolphin Explorer
dolphin-explorer.com
951 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island, 239-642-6899
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Be a citizen scientist onboard, assisting by spotting
dolphin, collecting data and logging photos as part
of the 10,000 Islands Dolphin Project. q V
Double R's Fishing and Tour Co.
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Everglades Edge Backcountry
Eco Adventures
Eco Everglades
ecoeverglades.com
32016 Tamiami Trl. E., Everglades,
239-719-0565
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Guided kayak, hiking and wildlife eco-tours led
by a former park ranger in the heart of the Everglades.
Experience majestic mangrove tunnels and
subtropical fish, birds and orchids. q V
Everglades Adventure Tours
evergladesadventuretours.net
40904 Tamiami Trl., Ochopee,
800-504-6554, 561-985-8207
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Experience eco-tourism and Florida culture at its
best. Offering pole boat tours, kayak tours, swamp
hikes and backcountry camping excursions. q g V
& Eco Rentals
evergladesadventures.com
107 Camellia St. (for GPS units, use 603
Collier Ave.; destination will be on the right),
Everglades City, 877-567-0679, 239-695-3299
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Paddle with a naturalist guide through rivers
and mangrove tunnels to the heart of the beautiful
Everglades to see alligators, birds and other
wildlife. q g V
Everglades Area Tours
Daily one- and two-night kayak tours. Sailing
tours from Everglades City out to the Ten
Thousand Islands and Everglades National Park. V
Everglades Kayak Company
evergladeskayakcompany.com
901 S. Copeland Dr., Everglades City,
239-695-2628
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Experience the tranquility of the Everglades wilderness.
Camp over the water on “chickee” platforms, eat fresh
seafood around a campfire, sleep under the stars and
awaken to birdsong. V
What better way to enjoy waterfront dining
than to be on the water? Sightseeing, nature and
history lunch or sunset dinner cruises daily. q V
Marco Island
Ski & Watersports
Exclusive guided WaveRunner tours through
the mangroves of the Ten Thousand Islands,
parasailing, shelling, sunset cruises and
watercraft rentals. q V
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Sightseeing boat tours depart from the national park
entrance in Everglades City. Wildlife can be viewed in
natural setting; fully narrated by national park-trained
naturalists. q g V
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Naples Beach Water Sports
u280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples,
239-572-2953
Parasailing adventures, waverunners,
paddleboards and kayak rentals. q
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Naples Kayak Company
423 Bayfront Pl., U.S. 41 & Goodlette-Frank Rds.,
Naples, 239-774-0061
Daily bay, beach, shelling and sunset cruises aboard
Bayfront Coverunner, with swivel seats and 360-degree
views. Also boat, kayak and paddleboard rentals. q V
Island Sailing
sailnaples.com
880 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-398-1483
u
Experience the thrill of sailing on our new yachts.
Complimentary drinks. Dolphin, manatee and moonlight
cruises. Sunset cruises. Take the helm or relax. q V
Kayak Marco Island
u
Key West Express
keywestexpress.net
Rose Marina, 951 Bald Eagle Dr.,
u
Travel to the tropical island paradise of Key
West — home of pirates, poets, presidents and
party-goers — aboard a comfortable, spacious,
jet-powered vessel. q g
Marco Island Area
Everglades Area
themarcoislandprincess.com
239-642-5415
evergladesnationalparkboattoursgulfcoast.com
815 Oysterbar Ln., Everglades City,
866-628-7275, 239-695-2591
Everglades National Park Boat Tours
Day and night kayak tours, boat-assisted kayak
eco-tours, tours launched from shore, dark night
bioluminescent tours, moonlight and full moon
paddles, sunset tours and beach picnic kayak tours.
Tours offered every day of the week. q V
u
The Marco Island Princess
Everglades National Park eco-educational
experiences. birding, wildlife and photo tours. FL SEE
Silver Certified ethical eco-tours. An eco-alternative
to airboats! q V
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evergladescityadventures.com/index.shtml
801 S. Copeland Ave., Everglades City,
888-956-6251
q gV
Kayak rentals and tours. V
kayakmarco.com
Everglades City Adventures
An exciting journey into a remote manatee hideout.
Personal two to six-person, one-and-a-half-hour
boat tour that shows manatees in their natural habitat.
u
Take an airboat ride through the mangrove creeks and
bays into the Everglades. One of the only tours that
gives a choice of backcountry or open water. q V
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evergladesareatours.com
238 Mamie St., Chokoloskee, 800-860-1472,
239-695-3633
Manatee Sightseeing Adventure
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866-626-2833, 239-695-2333
2.5-hour manatee eco-tour through the Ten
Thousand Islands to the edge of the Gulf of
Mexico, spotting manatees, dolphins, alligators
and birds. q g V
Nature-based airboat, birding, fishing and
sightseeing. Guaranteed alligator sightings. q
see-manatees.com
525 Newport Dr., Naples,
239-642-8818
evergladesedge.com
239-353-1648
u929 Dupont St., Everglades City,
u
laketrafford.com
6001 Lake Trafford Rd., Immokalee,
239-657-2401
u
"The only airboat tour company to use unique two-way
headphone communication." Customized, personal
tours by Everglades City native guides. q V
Everglades Island Airboat Tours
doublersfishingandtours.com
239-642-9779
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Lake Trafford Marina Airboats & Alligators, Inc.
evergladescity-airboattours.com
907 Dupont St., Everglades City,
877-222-6400, 239-695-2400
Immokalee
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napleskayakcompany.com
2360 Shadowlawn Dr., Naples,
239-262-6149
u
Kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals and
tours plus lessons. Four water locations. q V
Naples Marina & Excursions
cruisefishdive.com
12345 N. Tamiami Trl., Naples,
239-592-1200
u
Southwest Florida's largest kayak, fishing and
scuba diving facility. Join us for one of many
exciting tours or trips, sure to provide your family
and friends with lasting memories. q V
Naples Princess
550 Port-O-Call Way, Naples,
239-649-2275
u
Enjoy Naples Bay; cruise out into the Gulf aboard
a 105-ft. air-conditioned luxury yacht. Sightseeing,
lunch, sunset hors d'oeuvres and sunset dinner
cruises. q g V
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Naples Water Tours
napleswatertours.com
239-263-8687
u
Dolphin watching tours depart from the Charter Club
on Naples Bay. Tours by appointment only. Offering
swimming and shelling on a secluded beach. q V
l = Boat Launch
Off The Hook Adventures
Sailing-Shelling-Sightseeing
Speedy Johnson's
Fun Cruise
Sailboats Unlimited
sailboatsunlimited.com
Naples City Dock, Naples,
239-649-1740
u
offthehookadventures.com
909 Collier Ct., Marco Island,
239-571-4665
u
Sailing, shelling and dolphin sightseeing
catamaran tours. Offering private tours for up to
six passengers. Free refreshments and shell
bags are supplied. q g V
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Old Naples Surf Shop
oldenaplessurfshop.com
1311 Third St. S., Naples,
239-262-1877
u
Men's and women's clothing, beachwear, footwear,
accesssories, paddleboard rentals, sales, lessons, ecotours. Skim boards, surfboards and skateboards. V
Photograph the Everglades
Sailing Adventures
Experience one of the only airboats in
Everglades City that goes through the
mangrove jungles and the grasslands
of a 1,000-acre private preserve. q
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Sunshine Tours
naplessailingadventures.com
880 12th Ave. S.,
Naples City Dock, Naples,
239-354-0305
u
Enjoy fishing, shelling, eco-touring or just
relaxing on the beautiful waterways of Southwest
Florida. Shared and private charters available. q
Sawgrass Safaris
Private photo tours in Everglades National Park.
An opportunity to photograph the nature of the
Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades National
Park with a guide. V
Our charter fishing tours and manatee viewing
trips are contracted out to U.S. Coast Guard
certified Licensed Captain operators. We are
fully insured, and your safety and enjoyment
is our highest priority. q V
Sweet Liberty
u
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Pure Florida is your source for family fun on the water!
Experience sightseeing cruises, jet boat rides, JetSki
rentals and tours, fishing and more. q V
Sailing, shelling, dolphin watching, eco-tours
with naturalist guides, sailing school, fishing,
kayaking, Everglades tours, and sunset and
moonlight cruises. q g V
u
A luxurious sailing catamaran. Shelling beach
excursions and tours past the large homes on
Naples Bay. Dolphin watching and nature tours. q
Up A Creek
Kayak Tours
V
upacreekkayak.com
Various coastal waters in the
Naples-Marco Island area, Naples,
239-293-6232
u
AD ON PG. 21
V
sweetliberty.com
239-793-3525
Sea Excursions, Inc.
seaexcursions.com
P.O. Box 500, Marco Island,
239-642-6400
purefl.com
Tin City, 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples,
239-263-4949
sunshinetoursmarcoisland.com
Sunshine Tours, 951 Bald Eagle Dr.,
We offer a variety of sailing adventures including
half-day, full-day, relaxed cruising, sailing and
racing instruction. Customized adventures. q
u
Pure Florida
u
Offers both captained and bareboat sailing
charters from half-day to weekly. Sunset trips
available. Professional instruction center. q
sawgrasssafaris.com
239-777-6154
nofreelunchcharters.com
1180 Chockoloskee, Captain Bruce Hitchcock,
Chokoloskee, 239-695-2172
speedysairboattours.com
621 Begonia St., Everglades City,
800-998-4448, 239-695-4448
u
Naturalist-guided kayak tours in Naples,
Marco Island, Ten Thousand Islands and Rookery Bay.
Kayaks are comfortable, stable, sit-on-top kayaks. V
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WYNDHAM
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and dining.
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Pine Ridge
Ridge Road,
3557
Road, Naples,
Naples, FL
FL 34109
34109
www.hawthornnaples.com
www.hawthornnaples.com
(800) 267-0415
267-0415 (239)
(800)
(239) 593-1300
593-1300
4075 N.
N. Tamiami
Tamiami Trail,
Trail, Naples,
Naples, FL
FL 34103
34103
4075
www.marriott.com/rswna
800.228.9290 239-659-1300
800.228.9290 239-659-1300
239-659-1300
800.228.9290
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Wooten's Everglades
Airboat & Swamp Buggy Tours
Everglades Kayak Company
Port of Naples Marina Boat Rental
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evergladeskayakcompany.com
901 S. Copeland Dr., Everglades City,
239-695-2628
550 Port-O-Call Way, Naples,
239-774-0479
Kayak rentals and tours. V
Offering a wide variety of boats and jet skis
for rent. q g V
Krakoon Charters
Scuba Marco
krakonooncharters.com
Cocohatchee River Park, 13531 Vanderbilt Dr.,
Naples, 239-348-5322
u
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Saltwater eco-conscious group trips focused on
fishing, diving, spearing and swimming. We take you to
rare spots, and foster competency and understanding.
wootenseverglades.com
32330 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee,
800-282-2781, 239-695-2781
u
Marco Island
Ski & Watersports
"The only total Everglades adventure within
Big Cypress Preserve." Airboat and swamp
buggy tours since 1953. Animal sanctuary,
alligator exhibit and more. q g V
scubaout.com
1949 Davis Blvd., Ste. 2, Naples,
239-280-5500
u
u
Exclusive guided WaveRunner tours through the
mangroves of the Ten Thousand Islands, parasailing,
shelling, sunset cruises and watercraft rentals. q V
Capri Fish House
Naples Paddleboard
Accessories & Surf Supply
caprifishhouse.com
203 Capri Blvd., Naples,
239-389-5555
u
Fresh Florida seafood is the specialty in this
casual restaurant, where every seat has an
amazing sunset water view. Kayak rentals daily. q
Your source for SCUBA diving gear rentals, local
dive trips, certifications for everyone from novice
to experts. Emphasizing fun and patience. q V
Scuba Outfitters of Naples
WATER SPORTS
scubamarco.com
239-389-7889
Their team of certified instructors have certified over
1,000 students. They're experienced, knowledgeable
and fun to be around.
SCUBAdventures
scubadventureslc.com/index.html
971 Creech Rd., Naples,
239-434-7477
u
naplesfloridakiteboarding.com
953 3rd Ave N., Naples, 239-601-2700
u
The perfect location for any beginner to learn and grow
safely with only the best International Kiteboarding
Organization. Certified instructors. q V
"The source in Naples for diving instruction, gear rental,
equipment sales and dive trips." Let them help plan the
next SCUBAdventure. q V
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We are centrally located close
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Offering studio & cottage suites, pool,
tennis court, fitness & game rooms,
boat slips, and outdoor expeditions
Located at
SUNSTREAM.COM/PORTOFTHEISLANDS
855 447 6791
Marco Island Area
25000 Tamiami Trail E
Everglades Area
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Naples,
FL 34103
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www.innofnaples.com
Naples, FL 34103
800-895-8858
239-649-5500
www.innofnaples.com
800-895-8858 239-649-5500
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Bayfront Inn 5th Ave.
rrj
800-382-7941, 239-649-5800
bayfrontinnnaples.com
AD ON PG. 20
Bellasera Hotel
rrj
855-901-1695, 239-649-7333
bellaseranaples.com
221 Ninth St. S., Naples
AD ON PG. 20
Best Western Naples Inn & Suites
rr
800-243-1148, 239-261-1148
bestwesternnaples.com
2329 Ninth St. N., Naples
The Charter Club Resort of Naples Bay
r
239-261-5559
charterclubresort.com
1000 10th Ave. S., Naples
Comfort Inn & Suites
rj
800-277-7517, 239-353-9500
comfortinn.com
3860 Tollgate Blvd., Naples
Conty’s Motel
r
239-774-3707
contysmotel.us
11238 E. Tamiami Trl., Naples
Courtyard by Marriott - Naples
rr
239-434-8700
marriott.com/rswmp
Cove Inn on Naples Bay
rr
800-255-4365, 239-262-7161
coveinnnaples.com
900 Broad Ave. S., Naples
Days Inn & Suites Naples
r
239-348-1700
daysinn.com
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C 100 4,000
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Doubletree Suites by Hilton Naples
rr
877-502-8733, 239-593-8733
doubletreenaples.com
AD ON PG. 53
Edgewater Beach Hotel
rfr
866-624-1695, 239-403-2000
edgewaternaples.com
1901 Gulfshore Blvd. N., Naples
AD ON PG. 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Naples
r
800-228-2800, 239-530-3355
fairfieldinn.com/rswfs
3808 White Lake Blvd., Naples
The Fairways Inn Of Naples
r
239-597-8181
fairwaysinnnaples.com
103 Palm River Blvd., Naples
Gondolier Apartments & Inn
239-262-4858
gondolierinn.com
407 8th Ave. S., Naples
GreenLinks Golf Villas at Lely Resort
rrj
888-992-2099, 239-732-9920
greenlinksnaples.com
7995 Mahogany Run Ln., Naples
Gulfcoast Inn - Naples
rr
800-330-0046, 239-261-6046
gulfcoastinnnaples.com
AD ON PG. 52
Hampton Inn Central Naples
r
800-426-7866, 239-261-8000
napleshamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn Naples I-75
r
800-426-7866, 239-596-1299
naplesi75.hamptoninn.com
2630 Northbrooke Plaza Dr., Naples
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f = Children’s Activities
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HILTON MARCO ISLAND BEACH RESORT
Relax at Marco Island’s award-winning vacation destination. The AAA Four Diamond
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa features spacious guest rooms with
private balconies with views of white sand beaches and warm Gulf waters. Enjoy the
many resort amenities including the luxury spa or just lounge beside the resort pool
with your favorite cocktail!
560 South Collier Boulevard, Marco Island, 34145
www.hiltonmarcoisland.com
800.445.8667 239.394.5000
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Naples East (I-75)
239-352-8400
185 Bedzel Cir., Naples
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I,H,R C 34
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marriott.com/rswna
AD ON PG. 49
rrj
H,R R 130 5,000
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naplesbayresort.com
AD ON PG. 20
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
r f r j H,R B 319 34,000
888-329-8604, 239-261-2222
naplesbeachhotel.com
851 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples
AD ON PG. 19
Naples Courtyard Inn
r I,H,M C 76
239-261-3870
naplescourtyardinn.com
Naples Grande Beach Resort
855-923-7581
475 Seagate Dr., Naples
Full Kitchen
Number of Rooms
I,H H 104
lq.com
laplayaresort.com
Marriott Residence Inn - Naples
612-436-7609, 239-659-1300
Naples Bay Resort & Marina
866-605-1199, 239-530-1199
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Lighthouse Inn - Motel & Restaurant
239-597-3345
9140 Gulf Shore Dr. N., Naples
I,H,R C 10
r f r j H,R B 189 11,500
Location:
LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
800-237-6883, 239-597-3123
9891 Gulf Shore Dr., Naples
Lemon Tree Inn
888-800-5366, 239-262-1414
C 124 1,500
Golf Course
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R = Resort
H = Hotel
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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
r
800-267-0451, 239-593-1300
hawthornnaples.com
3557 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples
AD ON PG. 49
Hilton Naples
rr
800-445-8667, 239-430-4900
naples.hilton.com
AD ON THIS PAGE
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Naples
fr
Downtown 5th Avenue
239-261-3500
hiexpress.com/naplesdwtnfl
Hotel Escalante
rrj
239-659-3466
hotelescalante.com
Hyatt House
rr
239-775-1000
AD ON PG. 23
Inn at Pelican Bay
rrj
800-597-8770, 239-597-8777
innatpelicanbay.com
800 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples
AD ON PG. 55
Inn of Naples
r
800-895-8858, 239-649-5500
innofnaples.com
AD ON PG. 50
Inn on Fifth
rrj
888-403-8778, 239-403-8777
innonfifth.com
AD ON PG. 23
La Quinta Inn & Suites - Naples
r
800-753-3757, 239-793-4646
lq.com
Type:
Full Kitchen
= Pool
= Spa
= Pet-Friendly
Beachfront
City Centre
Lakefront
Riverfront
Highway
Golf Course
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naplesgrande.com
AD ON PG. 19
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EXPERIENCE.
STAY FOR THE EXPERIENCE.
Located three blocks from
Naples beaches. Complimentary
Located three blocks from
beach package with beach
Naples beaches. Complimentary
shuttle, chairs and bottled water.
beach package with beach
Convenient to golf courses,
shuttle, chairs and bottled
shopping
and all attractions.
water.
Convenient
to golf courses,
Featuringand
Shula’s
Steak House. It
shopping
all attractions.
all
adds
up
to
a
luxurious
value.
Featuring Shula’s Steak House.
It all adds up to a luxurious value.
GULFCOAST
GULFCOAST
INN
NAPLES
INN NAPLES
Experience
Experience Naples’
Naples’ premier
premier resort
resort
for
for business
business or
or pleasure.
pleasure. Convenient
Convenient
to
to the
the beaches,
beaches, fishing,
fishing, sailing,
sailing,
shops
shops and
and golf.
golf. Enjoy
Enjoy the
the sights,
sights,
sounds
sounds and
and sensations
sensations of
of the
the area’s
area’s
unique
unique dining
dining and
and vibrant
vibrant nightlife.
nightlife.
5111Tamiami
Tamiami Trail
Trail North, Naples,
5111
Naples, FL
FL34103
34103
www.naples.hilton.com
1-800-HILTONS
(239) 430-4900
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2555 Tamiami
Tamiami Trail
Trail N.,
N., Naples,
Naples, FL
FL 34103
34103
www.gulfcoastinnnaples.com
www.gulfcoastinnnaples.com
800-330-0046
800-330-0046 239-261-6046
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Naples Park Central Hotel
r
239-435-9700
naplesparkcentral.com
Park Shore Resort
r
855-824-1664, 239-263-2222
parkshorefl.com
600 Neapolitan Way, Naples
AD ON PG. 55
The Quality Inn & Suites Golf Resort
rfrj
800-277-0017, 239-455-1010
naplesgolfresort.com
4100 Golden Gate Pkwy., Naples
Ramada Naples, FL
rr
800-325-1135, 239-263-3434
naplesramada.com
AD ON PG. 47
Red Roof Inn & Suites - Naples
r
877-508-6391, 239-774-3117
redroof.com
1925 Davis Blvd., Naples
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
rfr
800-542-8680, 239-593-2000
ritzcarlton.com/naplesgolf
2600 Tiburon Blvd., Naples
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
rfrj
800-241-3333, 239-598-3300
ritzcarlton.com/naples
280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples
Royal Shell Vacations
r
800-656-9111, 239-992-6620
royalshell.com
3000 9th St. N., Naples
Sea Shell Motel
r
800-325-7598, 239-262-5129
bestlodgingswflorida.com
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H
C 30
R
L 156
C
R
H 150 1,900
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H,R C 137
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C 157
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C 295 16,500
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H,R B 450 42,000
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C
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Spinnaker Inn of Naples
r
239-434-0444
spinnakerinnmotel.com
6600 Dudley Dr., Naples
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Naples
r
888-287-9400, 239-352-2234
springhillsuites.com/rswns
3798 White Lake Blvd., Naples
Staybridge Suites
r
877-824-7916, 239-643-8002
ssnaples.com
Super 8 Naples
r
800-800-8000, 239-455-0808
super8.com
Tamiami Motel
239-774-4626
Trianon Old Naples Hotel
r
877-482-5228, 239-435-9600
trianon.com
955 Seventh Ave. S., Naples
Vanderbilt Beach & Harbour Club
fr
800-562-7537, 239-597-9111
vanderbiltvacation.com
The Vanderbilt Beach Resort
rr
800-243-9076, 239-597-3144
vanderbiltbeachresort.com
9225 Gulf Shore Dr. N., Naples
White Sands Resort Club
r
239-261-4144
vacationet.com/resort.php?id=6
260 Third St. S., Naples
q
Full Kitchen
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City Centre
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300
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Naples
“Where the Little Things Mean Everything”
11 Time Winner of Hilton’s Connie Award | Trip Advisor’s Top Ranked Naples Hotel
• 101 one-bedroom suites
• Two miles from the beach
• 2,400 sq. ft. of meeting & event space
• Business center & fitness center
• Charlie Chiang’s & Cafe Portofino
restaurants
• Complimentary wireless Internet
& parking
• Hilton HHonors points and miles
12200 Tamiami Trail N., Naples, Florida 34110
(239) 593-8733 | www.DOUBLETREENAPLES.com
2016
|
53
MARCO ISLAND AREA
Anglers Cove on the Bay
rr
800-228-0661, 239-394-8881
mymarcorental.com
1031 N. Anglers Cv., Marco Island
The Boat House Motel
r
800-528-6345, 239-642-2400
theboathousemotel.com
1180 Edington Pl., Marco Island
The Charter Club of Marco Beach
fr
239-394-4192
hgvc.com/thecharterclub
Clausen Properties, Inc.
rfr
800-456-1870, 239-394-0514
clausenproperties.com
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort & Spa
rfrj
800-445-8667, 239-394-5000
hiltonmarcoisland.com
AD ON PG. 51
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Sunset Cove Resort
r
877-539-5782, 239-393-3460
holidayinn.com
571 W. Elkcam Cir., Marco Island
Marco Beach Ocean Resort
rrj
800-715-8517, 239-393-1400
marcoresort.com
AD ON PG. 54
Marco Island Lakeside Inn
r
800-729-0216, 239-394-1161
marcoislandlakeside.com
155 First Ave., Marco Island
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort,
rfrj
Golf Club & Spa
marcoislandmarriott.com
800-438-4373, 239-394-2511
q
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Marco Resort & Club
r H,M,R R 24
239-394-2777
marcoresortandclub.com
1202 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island
Marriott’s Crystal Shores
r f r H,R B
239-393-6800
marriott.com/mrkml
Olde Marco Island Inn & Suites
rr H
50
877-475-3466, 239-394-3131
oldemarcoinn.com
100 Palm St., Marco Island
The Surf Club Resort of Marco
f r H,R R 44
239-642-5800
surfclub.hgvc.com
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Captain’s Table Lodge & Villas
r
800-741-6430, 239-695-2697
captainstablelodge.com
102 E. Broadway, Everglades City
Everglades City Motel
800-695-8353, 239-695-4224
evergladescitymotel.com
309 Collier Ave., S.R. 29, Everglades City
Everglades Historical Bed & Breakfast and Spa j
239-695-2101
evergladeshistoricalbedandbreakfast.com
201 W. Broadway, Everglades City
Glades Haven Cozy Cabin at Miller’s World r f r
888-956-6251, 239-695-2091
gladeshaven.com
801 S. Copeland Ave., Everglades City
Suite. Beach. Boutique.
MARCO BEACH OCEAN RESORT
ALL -SUITE BEACHFRONT BOUTIQUE RESORT
800.715.8517 | MarcoResort.com | 480 South Collier Blvd., Marco Island, FL 34145
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Crystal Lake RV Resort
239-348-0017
crystallakervresort.com
Mari Vesci Realtors
800-24-VESCI, 239-566-8989
vesci.com
q
fr
Marriott Residence Inn - Naples
612-436-7609, 239-659-1300
q
L
C,H B
H
H
120
AD ON PG. 49
rrl
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R
130 1
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marriott.com/rswna
q
naplesbayresort.com
AD ON PG. 20
Naples Florida Vacation Homes, LLC
r
H
239-676-0088
naplesfloridavacationhomes.com
9128 Strada Pl., Ste. 10115, Naples
immokaleeinn.com
H 99 7,500
q
cnevacationrental.com
Naples Bay Resort & Marina
866-605-1199, 239-530-1199
H,M H 30
H,M H 24
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CNE Vacation Rental
239-455-8335
642 Briarwood Blvd., Naples
Property Type
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Beachfront
Lakefront
Riverfront
Highway
NAPLES AREA
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IMMOKALEE AREA
Immokalee Inn
239-657-6191
721 N. 15th St., Immokalee
Motel 82
239-657-8283
1700 S.R. 82, Immokalee
Seminole Casino Hotel
800-218-0007, 239-658-1313
501 S. First St., Immokalee
Location:
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I,H,R C 30
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Ivey House Bed and Breakfast
rr
877-567-0679, 239-695-3299
iveyhouse.com
107 Camellia St., Everglades City
Outdoor Resorts of Chokoloskee
r
239-695-2881
outdoorresortsofchokoloskee.com
150 Smallwood Dr., End of Hwy. 29 S., Chokoloskee
Parkway Motel and Marina
239-695-3261
evergladesparkwaymotelandmarina.com
1180 Chokoloskee Dr., #26, Chokoloskee
Port of the Islands Everglades Adventure Resort r r
855-318-1678, 239-394-3005
poiresort.com
AD ON PG. 50
River Wilderness Waterfront Villas
r
239-695-4499
river-wilderness.com
210 Collier Ave., Everglades City
Rod & Gun Lodge
rr
239-695-2101
evergladesrodandgun.com
200 Broadway, Everglades City
Full Kitchen
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City Centre
Lakefront
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Highway
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Naples Realty Services
888-628-3701, 239-262-4333
4980 N. Tamiami Trl., Ste. 200, Naples
C,H B
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naplesrealtyservices.com
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
800-749-7368, 239-262-4242
5020 Tamiami Trl. N., Ste. 120, Naples
r
C,H B
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rentnaples.com
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855 448 8831
2016
|
600 Neapolitan Way
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Royal Shell Vacations
800-656-9111, 239-992-6620
3000 9th St. N., Naples
C,H B
500 7
C,H B 2000 1
royalshell.com
r
Sandrift Club Condominium
239-261-2380
613 E. Lake Dr., Naples
C,H
22
7
sandriftclub.com
rr
South Bay Realty
877-229-4853, 239-594-2226
q
C,H B
135 7
southbayrealty.com
MARCO ISLAND AREA
r r l C,H R
Anglers Cove on the Bay
800-228-0661, 239-394-8881
1031 N. Anglers Cv., Marco Island
mymarcorental.com
Clausen Properties, Inc.
800-456-1870, 239-394-0514
clausenproperties.com
r f r l C,H B
Harborview Rentals
800-377-9299, 239-642-9200
291 S. Collier Blvd., Ste. 103, Marco Island
Horizons Rentals
800-226-1115, 239-394-8677
Island Escapes of SW FL, LLC
800-762-3222, 239-642-0000
1000 N. Collier Blvd., Unit 8, Marco Island
rl
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80
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134 7
C,H B
300 7
C,H B
250 3
mymarcorental.com
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B
56
clydebutcher.com
Glades Haven Cozy Cabin at Miller’s World
888-956-6251, 239-695-2091
801 S. Copeland Ave., Everglades City
gladeshaven.com
Glades Realty
239-695-4299
207 W. Broadway Ave., Everglades City
gladesrealty.com
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239-695-2881
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239-695-4499
210 Collier Ave., Everglades City
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river-wilderness.com
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Naples Motorcoach Resort
L
866-942-2942, 239-530-0535 naplesmotorcoachresort.com
13300 Tamiami Trail E., Naples
Naples/Marco Island KOA
800-562-7734, 239-774-5455
1700 Barefoot Williams Rd., Naples
Rock Creek RV Resort
239-643-3100
3100 North Rd., Naples
R
c
napleskoa.com
R
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rockcreekrv.com
Silver Lakes RV Resort & Golf Club
L
800-843-2836, 239-775-2575 silverlakesrvresort.com
1001 Silver Lakes Blvd., Naples
EVERGLADES AREA
c
chokoloskee.com
2
Collier-Seminole State Park
R
239-394-3397 floridastateparks.org/park/Collier-Seminole
1
L
239-695-2881
Pepper Ranch Preserve
L
239-252-4060
6315 Pepper Rd., Immokalee
Picayune Strand State Forest
239-348-7557
freshfromflorida.com
2121 52nd Ave. S.E., Naples
1
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B
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Chokoloskee Island Park
239-695-2414
1150 Hamilton Ln., Chokoloskee
7
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lakesanmarino.com
50
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Lake San Marino RV Resort
888-879-6410, 239-597-4202
1000 Wiggins Pass Rd. E., Naples
150 4
EVERGLADES AREA
Clyde Butcher’s Swamp Cottage
239-695-2428
52388 Tamiami Trl. E., Ochopee
c
clubnaplesrv.com
Big Cypress RV Resort and Campground
800-437-4102, 863-983-1330 bigcypressrvresort.com
34950 Halls Rd., Clewiston
iescapeaway.com
Rentals of Marco Inc. @ Realty Executives Marco Island r l C,H B
877-444-3127, 239-394-2494
rexmarco.com
601 E. Elkcam Cir., Ste. C6, Marco Island
c
NAPLES AREA
Club Naples RV Resort
877-332-7581, 239-455-7275
3180 Beck Blvd., Naples
Naples RV Resort
888-879-6410, 239-775-4340 naplesgardensrvresort.com
rentmarco.com
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B = Both
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rentnaples.com
AMP Hookups:
L = Lakefront
R = Riverfront
H = Highway
Pull-thru Sites
rl
Premier Sotheby’s International RealtyRental Division, Naples
800-749-7368, 239-262-4242
5020 Tamiami Trl., Ste. 120, Naples
Location:
Picnic Area
= Pool
= Boat Dock
= Pet-Friendly
Beachfront
Lakefront
Riverfront
Highway
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Location:
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239-695-2275
evergladescamping.net
40904 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee
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