Cape Coral
Cape Coral is located in Lee County Fl: the population of Cape Coral is close to 170,000 and it is the largest city in Southwest Florida. Climate is mild and sunny.
Cape Coral is also known as the city of Canals, the city has over 400 miles of canals the most in the world. The city was actually born because of the canals: the canals are older than the city itself. “The Cape” as the locals call it is also well-known as sleepy town as most of the population are retired. The majority of tourists are also snowbirds to this area.
For the most part people staying at Cape Coral travel across to Fort Myers for entertainment and dining. There is a huge selection of restaurants, pubs and shops along the Cape Coral Pkwy. For dining the Del Prado Steak House is trendy, also and the Carrabba Italian Grill.
Special events that attract tourists to the area are the July 4th festival famous as the Red White and Boom, this is the largest July 4th festivity in Southwest Florida.
Winter travelers also group here for the annual Festival of the Arts which is held the 2nd weekend in January. Well over 300 artists and craft people attend this event which attracts over 100,000 tourists a year. The festival is held along Coral Parkway.
For a small community there are still plenty of things to do. Each of the parks offer possibilities for various activities. Rates are acceptable. The Cape Coral Museum is also a popular attraction. Access to numerous beaches also makes this an ideal spot for tourists. Ft. Myers Beach, nature trails and lots of water activities are very well-liked. It’s a real paradise for those who like to sail or to go fishing. Head out to Captiva’s beach for the greatest sunset in Florida.
Shopping is limited to small boutiques and souvenir shops as mentioned; most eager shoppers head across the bridge and go to the Tangers Outlet mall in Fort Myers.
If you like golf head down to The Oaks of Cape Coral or visit The Golf Club of Cape Coral. Both decent courses for the price.
Stars Alert: Hilary Hemmingway, Angela Watson, Earnest Graham, the Rock and Roll group Godsmack are also from there.
There are plenty of hotels and motels in this region, Cape Coral Vacation Rental properties are also a great way to complete the accommodation aspect of your vacation.
Vacation properties are also available in nearby Fort Myers, and Bonita Springs – browse Fort Myers Beach vacation homes and Bonita Springs vacation rentals properties.
