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Fort Myers is located on the Caloosahatchee River, which flows gently into the Gulf of Mexico some 15 miles away. The city covers an area of 25 square miles and has a mayor-council government. Fort Myers continues to draw young professionals and business people, and as a result, the median age of the population is 42 years. Although many people look to the area for retirement, the area is one of the fastest growing in the United States and is a well-rounded community from all aspects.

Downtown Fort Myers has been revitalized in recent years. The district is lined with thriving renovated storefronts that maintain the color and charm of the past. There are streets lined with Royal Palms, like McGregor Boulevard and First Street. So many, in fact, that Fort Myers is known as “The City of Palms.” A yacht basin, river walk, and park add to its beauty. Attractions include the Ft. Myers Historical Museum, cruises operating from the downtown yacht basin and the Shell Factory in North Ft. Myers. For the sports-minded, public golf courses, tennis courts and spring training camps of the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins make this a sports lover's dream come true.

Lying just 15 miles to the southwest of Fort Myers are the sister islands of Sanibel and Captiva. Joined to the mainland by a three-mile toll bridge ($3.00 one way) and causeway, these world renowned islands stretch for 20 miles along the beautiful blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

With half of the island’s acreage permanently reserved as nature and wildlife sanctuaries, the unique ambiance they possess will remain for generations to come. These barrier islands have become one of the most sought-after resort and residential areas in the country.

Sanibel and Captiva Islands offer a variety of lifestyles – elegant condominiums, traditional homes, breezy island cottages and estate homes, many affording panoramic waterfront views. Most owners choose Sanibel for a second home location and many elect to rent their homes to winter visitors who frequent the island’s shores. Quaint stores, island history and charm, offer their customers a chance to escape a harried day-to-day existence for a carefree time of relaxation and fascination. It was here that Anne Morrow Lindbergh wrote her best-selling love letter, "A Gift From the Sea." She and her famous aviator husband were frequent guests on the island.

Naples is the crown jewel of SouthwestFlorida located on the west coast of Florida, approximately 101 miles (160 Km) west of Miami. It is nestled along the sun drenched beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, where almost eternal sunshine, warm and balmy days and a very casual lifestyle are the way of life.

Discovered soon after the Civil War by Confederate General John S. Williams and Walter N. Haldeman, publisher of the Louisville Journal, Naples is known for it's abundance of challenging golf courses, world class shopping and it's superb restaurants. Once you experience the rare character of this jazzy little city, you'll never want to leave.

Marco Island is the largest of the Ten Thousand Islands, measuring 24 square miles. Known for it's crescent shape, tropical sun-washed white beaches, sunshine, frolicking dolphins and all of the water and sun sports that go with the beaches, it is a jewel on the area's coastline. Marco Island has a casual, easy-paced life style for all to enjoy. It competes with other destinations in its shopping, dining and recreation offerings. In Old Marco, boutiques and restaurants mix with historic buildings. You'll find a pleasing variety of cuisine, from international to Florida's own. Arrive at sunset and you'll quickly understand why this lovely island is a residential and vacation treasure.