Things to Do in Southwest Florida
When you move to Southwest Florida, there is a lot more to do than get a tan or go fishing. The area happens to have a large arts community that is full of life and culture. Between all the different events, galleries, shows, and museums, you’ll never be bored. These...
It’s another perfect day at Southwest Florida’s Cape Harbour community. A walk along the canal exposes miles of seamless wilderness off in the distance. The sun’s making its sly descent underneath the mangrove trees, illuminating the water with tropical hues of...
Southwest Florida bike-friendly areas abound due to the scenic terrain and the temperate climate. But recently, one SWFL shines as the most bicycle-friendly. Cyclists, look no further than canal-clad Cape Coral.Cape Coral is one of the most bike-friendly communities...
That’s right: the Sunshine State isn’t always sunny. Living in Southwest Florida is perfect for people who love spending most of their time outdoors, but what happens when a storm on the Gulf brings a few days of endless rain? No worries – Southwest Florida has plenty...
From white sandy beaches to towering cypress trees, Southwest Florida nature is a utopia. Hang a hammock from two shady palms overlooking the Gulf of Mexico or paddle through nearby mangrove estuaries. Whatever your outdoor activity of choice, sunny Southwest Florida...
It's that time again. “Season” in Southwest Florida means different things for tourists and locals. For tourists, it’s the time to visit. For locals, it’s time for the much-awaited farmers’ markets. No matter where you live in SWFL, you’re bound to find a farmers’...
Moving from the colder climate states to the tropical weather of Florida is a huge change. Making that switch from tourist to resident takes some adjustment and a bit of time. Everyone loves Florida in the winter. Its why Florida’s population and traffic increase so...
Everyone knows that some of the world's best beaches can be found in Southwest Florida. It should come as no surprise then, that homes directly on the beach or in communities within walking distance of the beach are among some of the highest properties in demand. And...
The coast of Southwest Florida is covered in beautiful islands, literally thousands, if not tens of thousands. Of these, only a handful are large enough to be inhabitable by people, and not surprisingly, the real estate at these locations is highly sought after. If...
The state of Florida's Coastal Management group has published this oh-so-awesome interactive map to every beach access point in the state. For each beach access point, you will find Parking information, whether or not there are public restrooms and a covered shelter,...