Fort Myers – The City Of Palms
Fort Myers is located in Lee county and is known as the “City of Palms”; the population is almost 70,000. Like most Gulf cities this number usually doubles in the winter months. The city was founded in the late 1880’s.
Fort Myers is . Most feel that the city has a very athletic feel to it, the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins both hold there spring training camps in Fort Myers. Fort Myers is also preferable from the AAA Everblades hockey team. Tourists also travel from all over North America to see the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.
If you enjoy shopping then Fort Myers is the right place for you. Miromar Factory Outlets are a very popular spot. They have over two hundred stores here with various brand names like Tommy Hilfiger, Pac Sun, Nike etc. If you are looking for something a little lower key, visit the Coconut Pointe Town Centre.
If you are looking for a place to have lunch or dinner there are many restaurants and pubs to choose from, some of the more popular ones are the Lazy Flamingo, Pierside Grill, or Matanza’s. If you want pub fare check out Anthony’s or the Dockside Pub.
There are many green areas, parks, there are possibilities for different outdoor activities and picnics with your friends. If golf is your thing check out Whiskey Creek or Stoneybridge Golf Course. You can get a tour of the Eden Vineyards and Winery. Prepare a trip to the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium.
There are many fishing boat trips, sightseeing cruises, and the Murder Mystery Dinner Train is always a fun time. If you are a gambling person then you must visit the BIG M casino cruises.
If you’re just into relaxing head down to the beach and pick a spot. Fort Myers beach is 7 miles long and is known as the world’s safest beach. Reasoning behind that is the water is quite shallow and almost no accidents happened here. There are lots of hotels and motels in the area, Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rentals are also an excellent way to fulfill the accommodation aspect of your trip. Vacation rentals are also available in nearby Naples and Marco Island – check out Naples vacation condo rentals and Marco Island vacation rentals.
Famous people you can meet there: Jason Bartlett, Deon Sanders, Mindy McCready
