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Over the next few weeks, Fort Myers is having their annual three week celebration of Thomas Alva Edison, with… The Edison Festival of Lights ! Edison, who spent winters in a home he built on the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, invented the light bulb, so it’s fitting that the month culminates with a lighted night parade on Saturday, February 18 at 7pm in Downtown Fort Myers! Some of the other events include: Invention competitions, Crafts shows and, A 5K run! If you’re... Read Full Story

Happy New Year to you, your family and friends! We hope you’ve had a great 2011, superb Holidays, and are enjoying 2012 so far! We’re really excited about 2012, and shortly, we’ll be debuting our new free eBook “A Renter’s Guide to the Islands – 12 Things You Need to Know About Fort Myers Beach & Bonita Beach”. In it, we’ll be covering: The Island Life, Exploring Estero Island, and reviewing how you, your family and friends can enjoy each of the little islands around us... Read Full Story

Recently, Tripadvisor ranked Fort Myers as it’s 3rd destination in… “Destinations on the Rise” review. The web site mentions deep-sea fishing, white beaches, and golfing as the major reasons travelers choose to vacation in Fort Myers.  It also mentioned the renovations of the downtown Fort Myers area have helped to make the city a very prominent choice for travelers! Hooray! We offer over 165 properties for rent in the Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Beach areas, and we’re always... Read Full Story

If you’re looking for things to do on Fort Myers Beach … …then you’ll really enjoy our free “ 6 Ways to Enjoy Fort Myers Beach ” eBook ! In it, we review fun things for you and your family & friends to enjoy, such as: The Fort Myers Beach Pier & Times Square, Where to find Pet Friendly Florida Beaches, How to enjoy a view of the Gulf from 6 Stories Up, and more! Be sure to get your copy of “ 6 Ways to Enjoy Fort Myers Beach” ! Also, you can learn more about Fort Myers... Read Full Story

It’s that time of the year again! Starting next Wednesday (11/2)… (Special thanks to Charly Caldwell from ISGFL for the photo!) …through Sunday (11/6), Fort Myers Beach will be hosting the: Fort Myers Beach Sandsculpting Championship Festival! This year it will be at the GullWing Beach Resort at 6620 Estero Boulevard, and will include: 16 of the world’s best Master Sculptors, Amateur Sculptors and more! If you’re looking for a fun vacation away, and want to enjoy this... Read Full Story

You’ve decided to go on an amazing Fort Myers Vacation. So what will you do when you get there? It’s easy to decide with these 25 tips. The 1st Fun Activity For Your Fort Myers Beach Vacation Go Fishing from a Kayak on Your Florida Vacation Would You Like to Take A Dolphin Cruise on Your Florida Vacation? Fort Myers Attractions You Simply Must See – Manatees! Your Florida Vacation Guide – Biking Around Sanibel & Captiva Islands Rent Jet Skis on Fort Myers Beach! Spring... Read Full Story

Have you seen those postcards with a breathtaking sunset, glistening water, and frolicking dolphins? This is the 25th of 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida which can be downloaded for FREE! Well, in Southwest Florida… that really happens. Actually, it happens practically every day! Picture this. You’ve spent the day enjoying one of the many, many amazing things that Southwest Florida has to offer. Maybe you’ve been having fun boating, fishing, jet skiing or kayaking. Or, perhaps... Read Full Story

Take the opportunity to experience America’s Caribbean Paradise… This is the 24th of 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida which can be downloaded for FREE! Key West. The great thing is that you can be there in only a few hours on the Key West Express ! This high-speed ferry sails from Fort Myers beach year round, so you can catch it only moments away from your beach condos and homes . Before you even arrive in Key West, you’ll already be having a blast aboard the Key West Express... Read Full Story

Have you ever dreamed of sailing into the sunset? This is the 23rd of 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida which can be downloaded for FREE! Well, here’s your chance. Climb aboard a sail boat to experience the Gulf of Mexico in all it’s splendor. Your Fort Myers Beach rental is close to several companies that can offer you the opportunity to try your sea legs on a sailing adventure. One of our favorites is SailMagicWind.com, where Captain Dan will invite you aboard the “Star of... Read Full Story

If you want a truly memorable, unique experience, in addition to your Fort Myers beach vacation … This is the 22nd of 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida which can be downloaded for FREE! take a trip to the exclusive, remote island of Cabbage Key! Imagine relaxing on a little blanket, propped up against a towering cypress tree. Hardly anyone is in sight and the only sounds are the calls of the birds and the lapping of the water on the nearby boat docks. There aren’t any roads or... Read Full Story