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Sometimes known as the ‘Venice of America’ due to its extensive and intricate system of canals and waterways, Fort Lauderdale is a former college party town that has grown up and found more refined ways of recreation.

With miles of beaches, a state capital, fascinating history, great fishing and friendly people, this Gulf Coast region offers a great vacation location.

Warm weather, beautiful outdoor locations and exciting or relaxing pastimes await between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

Warm weather, beautiful outdoor locations and exciting or relaxing pastimes await between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

This magnificent Italian-influenced museum exhibits European masters alongside contemporary pieces and ancient decorative art. It has a Mediterranean garden too.

Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens. 

Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

Located only a few miles offshore from Fort Myers, this small island is filled with beautiful beaches, a variety of nature and a lively downtown area.

Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens. 

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

From the comfort of elevated boardwalks, walk among the turtles, otters, alligators and other creatures that call this wetlands home.

Known for its breathtaking beaches and reputable galleries, St. Petersburg, Florida, is a perfect destination for those who love art, nature and outdoor adventures.

Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens. 

Just minutes from Fort Myers’ historic downtown district, this park’s centerpiece is the statue honoring three of the city’s most famous citizens. 

Located only a few miles offshore from Fort Myers, this small island is filled with beautiful beaches, a variety of nature and a lively downtown area.

Located only a few miles offshore from Fort Myers, this small island is filled with beautiful beaches, a variety of nature and a lively downtown area.

Watch Florida’s most famous marine creature, the manatee, swim in its natural habitat at this non-captive park on the Orange River. 

Marvel at the intricate water patterns that spring from one of the largest fountains in the world in this park in downtown Jacksonville.

Located only a few miles offshore from Fort Myers, this small island is filled with beautiful beaches, a variety of nature and a lively downtown area.

Watch Florida’s most famous marine creature, the manatee, swim in its natural habitat at this non-captive park on the Orange River. 

Located only a few miles offshore from Fort Myers, this small island is filled with beautiful beaches, a variety of nature and a lively downtown area.

This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.