 A
beach vacation on the Gulf of Mexico
has a certain quality of removal and
relief that's not found just
anywhere. Places like Sanibel
Island, Ft Myers, Captiva and others
all shine with a special brand of
radiance perfectly suited for
obliterating the aura of stress and
tension that tends to surround the
daily life of so many of us - a trip
to this region guarantees a return
to what's important.
Focusing on Ft Myers Beach, once a
quaint settlement only accessible by
boat, it might very well be possible
to craft the ideal beach vacation.
White sands, stunning sunsets, a
little bit of eco-friendliness, tons
of enthralling beach and
recreational activities…all the
ingredients are here. Cross the
bridge to this refuge of a town and
prepare to feel the weight of the
world lift from your shoulders.
Ft Myers Beach is known for being a
well-equipped yet laid-back vacation
spot; offering all that tourists
need without the overwhelming crowds
and hassles of visiting a busy,
buzzing magnet for travelers.
Orlando and Miami aren't too far
away so a quick dip into chaos is
possible if you desire, but this is
the place to be if a little rest and
breathing room are in order.
Diversions to look forward to
include some of the best
beachcombing in Florida, jet skiing,
bird watching, scuba diving, outlet
mall shopping and deep-sea fishing.
This is just a surface level
sampling, of course, as the tropical
climate, fun-loving atmosphere and
physical beauty of land and sea all
have the power to provide so much
more. Each person in a given
traveling group likely has their own
goals for what to see and do (or not
do, if this is indeed all about
forgetting and relaxing); Ft Myers
Beach is ready to take on any and
all expectations.
Follow Estero Boulevard to discover
various points of public beach
access. Just down the way is Lynn
Hall Memorial Park, the place to go
for families in search of bonuses
like a playground. Farther north is
Bowditch Point Regional Park,
another gem worth taking a look it.
Its rough natural beauty as well as
amenities that include restrooms and
picnic areas makes it a must-visit.
Finally, Fort Myers Beach Fishing
Pier is not only a fun gathering
spot and lookout point, but a
top-notch place to cast a line.
In addition to enjoying the typical
activities along the coastline,
check out the unique corners of
interest, too. It might be hard to
tear yourselves away from a prime
spot on the warm sand, but it'll be
worth it. Plus, the beach will be
there when you get back. Try the
Ostego Bay Marine Science Center for
a little family fun and education or
Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve to
receive an up close and personal
view of the natural habitat and
nearby ocean dwellers. The
surrounding towns have plenty of
museums and eco-tours as well, so
explore the possibilities of this
rich land.
 Bargain
shopping, nightlife and plenty of
restaurants, not to mention various
festivals and special events, round
out Ft Myers Beach's reputation as a
solid beach vacation destination.
Enjoy fresh seafood for breakfast,
lunch and dinner (if you so desire),
pick up the perfect souvenirs, enjoy
a night on the dance floor…in
between dolphin watching, manatee
scoping, sea shelling and napping in
a lounge chair there's no shortage
of "civilized" activities to engage
in.
Any time of year is a good time to
visit Fort Myers Beach, so clear a
spot on the calendar and go for it.
When properly planned and entered
into with abandon, this could be
just the trip to bring back the
peace of mind that has lately taken
a vacation itself.
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