Naples, Florida Summerland in Wintertime

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1 Naples, Florida Summerland in Wintertime While Miami is about bling and buzz and Key West attracts visitors with its kitsch and nightlife, Naples is where in-the-know travelers go for unadulterated relaxation. Nicknamed Summerland in Wintertime, Naples has long attracted big names such as Rose Cleveland and the DuPont family with its sun, beaches and sport fishing. Located on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida, the city offers some of the prettiest beaches in the state, such as Naples Beach, Barefoot Beach, Vanderbilt Beach and Marco Island, the largest and only undeveloped land in Florida s Ten Thousand Islands. Sunbathe on a stretch of white sand, canoe or kayak at Marco Island, visit Briggs Nature Center and wander the half-mile stretch of boardwalk where you can observe wildlife in its natural habitat. If you love the water, get out for a sail aboard a charter like Sweet Liberty, or take to the sea by canoe or stand-up paddleboard. Naples many parks and preserves are perfect for families. Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, which offers family-friendly beach facilities (food stands, rental equipment) and top notch snorkeling and Clam Pass Beach Park has a 3,000-foot boardwalk that winds through mangrove forests alligator sightings are nearly guaranteed. Kids and adults will love the famous Naples Zoo, a 52-acre sanctuary that features panthers, monkeys, alligators, leopards and other exotic creatures. And the Naples Botanical Garden is one of the best in the country, boasting 1,000-plus species of plants. History buffs will want to sign up for a walking tour of Naples Historic District and visit the Palm Cottage, the oldest house in town. Beach lovers will adore the homes in this destination. All our residences are no more than seven blocks, or a 10-minute walk, from the beach within Old Naples, which has plenty to see and do. 5th Avenue South (with hotspots such as Hob Nob, Pazzo!, and Bistro 821) and 3rd Street South (with its chic boutiques and art galleries) are nearby shopping districts perfect for an afternoon of shopping or a leisurely dinner. The Naples Pier, yacht club, and marina provide water access just minutes away. It s popular to rent street-legal golf carts to navigate this little beach community; the Concierge can arrange this at your request. Everything in Old Naples is within a five- to ten-minute drive. Our dedicated Concierge is on hand to ensure you have the most relaxing vacation possible and indulge your interests and passions during your stay. Contact Concierge Naples Concierge Team

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3 Naples, Florida Summerland in Wintertime Destination Know Before You Go What s New Downtown Naples is always subject to new home construction as many small, aging homes are being replaced with large new ones. Currently, there is active construction in the vicinity of 210 Central and th Avenue South and th Street South. While we do not always have insight as to when noisier parts of the construction process will occur, please discuss with the Concierge if you have specific questions or concerns. She will be able to give you the most up to date information in real time. Additional Fees No daily fee is required to book these residences. Local Considerations N/A Logistics and Transportation We recommend you rent a car to best experience this destination. Street-legal golf carts are a popular way to get around town. Ask your Concierge for rental details. Point of Contact The Concierge is dedicated to ER Members. She will initiate planning days prior to your arrival date. Getting There

4 Fly into Fort Myers (RSW), which is a 45-minute drive from the house. Naples Municipal Airport (APF) flying privately. is only 20 minutes away for those Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Miami (MIA) International Airports each a two-hour drive from the house. We recommend you rent a car to best experience this area. are Annual Weather <p>average Monthly Temperatures (in Fahrenheit)</p> 65 January 67 February 69 March 73 April 79 May 82 June 84 July 84 August 83 September 79 October 73 November 67 December

5 Naples, Florida Summerland in Wintertime Things To Do Activity Bay Water Boat Rentals Back Water Boat Rentals in Bonita Beach is a thirty minute drive. This is a boat rental where you captain your own boat. There are three different beaches and many waterside restaurants in the area to choose from. Beach Bugz - Golf Cart & Vespa Rentals Drive around in style to the beaches, stores, restaurants and more with a safe, street-legal vehicles. Each vehicle has a beach pass for parking. A fun way to see Naples. Dalis Boating Charters Three fast custom offshore fishing vessels, located in the heart of Old Naples at Naples City Dock. Captained by Capt. Paul Luciano or Capt. Gene Luciano, they are available for Near-Coastal & Offshore Fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Restroom on board. Everglades Area Tours Everglades Area Tours is a family owned business that has been providing intimate, Guided Boating, Kayaking and Walking Eco Tours since the late 1990 s. All guides are full-time, formally trained Florida Master Naturalists and are THE most experienced in the area. With two locations, we are located Marco Island and Everglades City (Chokoloskee). Located just 10 minutes from the beaches of Marco Island; 35 minutes from Naples, Combine tours in a single day or over several days to enjoy the small town ambience of our waterside community. Be it on foot, bicycle, kayak, canoe, power boat, and/or airplane, you will enjoy a complete experience with Everglades Area

6 Tours. Captain Charles Wright Island Dreamer Charters The Island Dreamer Boat Charters is the newest way to explore adventures on and surrounding the waters. Always accompanied by a certified, licensed captain and with half day and full day rentals that are completely customizable to your needs, you can design a boating excursion to meet your every need. Pure Naples Boating/Fishing Pure Naples: THE VISION OF THE COMPANY BY THE JULIAN FAMILY COMES TOGETHER FROM PRACTICAL BACKGROUND INCLUDING VAST TRAVEL DUE TO 20 PLUS YEARS IN THE FILM PRODUCTION BUSINESS. The company is fully professional with the vision of providing attractions and activities for tourists with warm friendliness, hospitality and relaxing opportunities for the seasonal, and permanent, residents of Naples. Tourism is a large part of the business as the Cruise Naples team is dedicated to introducing visitors to the wonders of the area including the second largest mangrove wilderness in the country or watching the sunset from the Gordon River Pass or Gulf of Mexico. Capt. Lance and Harry Julian s Maritime involvement extends from the rivers and coastlines of New Zealand to Hawaii, Moroccan Lakes to the ice bound waterways of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to the Amazon to Muskegon, Michigan. The focus of Cruise Naples is to draw on this extensive background and to further develop and present opportunities for enhancing its location, Historic Tin City, for seasonal and permanent residents of Southwest Florida. WITH A VARIETY OF 1.5 HOUR NARRATED CRUISES DEPARTING DAILY AND BOAT RENTALS FOR THE LEISURE SEEKER, CRUISE NAPLES HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. Whether it s watching a pod of playful dolphins, enjoying the sights of

7 Naples luxurious waterfront homes, treating the kids to a scavenger hunt kids cruise or watching the sun sink into the Gulf with a sunset cruise, Cruise Naples can take you there. At Cruise Naples, customers are also given the chance to make their own experience see wildlife and the incredible Southwest Florida nature at their own pace with a boat rental. Segway Electric Vehicles For those who don't know what a Segway is: The Segway is a two-wheeled, self-balancing, battery-powered electric vehicle invented by Dean Kamen. It is produced by Segway Inc. of New Hampshire. The name Segway is derived from the word segue, meaning smooth transition. Welcome to the smooth, unique, innovative, and exciting tour of all the hot spots in Naples! Segway Tour is perfect for our visitors and will offer a fantastic orientation and give you a great opportunity to see all of the sites. We re positive everyone will agree that riding a Segway is the best, not to mention the most fun, way to see downtown Naples and give you an overview so you can plan your vacation stay with so many exciting places to re-visit with fun things to do! The Segway Tour Operates Three Times Daily, 7 Days a Week! Think you ve done and seen most everything in Naples? Well, think again! See the natural beauty and learn the history of Old Naples on the newest, hippest and most innovative personal transporter. It s called a Segway and it s the first of its kind in personal transportation. Enjoy your narrated tour outdoors with the Florida sun and gulf breeze while cruising happily on your Segway. It s easy, safe and more fun than you can imagine! Ride the future today on a Segway Human Transport. It s safe, easy, fun and no driver s license necessary. It s easier than riding a bike because it balances itself. After spending fifteen minutes practicing in a safe open area we are off to have more fun. Stops include the heart of the waterfront, Crayton Cove and the City Dock as well as 12th Avenue South and the Olde Naples shopping districts. Cambier Park is another beautiful stop where we ll ride along the winding paths enjoying the lush Floridian vegetation in one of the city s premier parks. Tours include a brief training session in which the guide will train each person on how to ride the Segway, and then it s off on the tour of beautiful downtown historical Naples. Highlights

8 of the tour include: the famous Naples Pier, Third Street South area, 5th Avenue, and many other points of interest! Please either call or visit us at our Experience Naples location. In Collier County, Segway of Naples is the only AAA-approved tour, and as well as the only registered tour to hold Segway s seal of approval for safety! Our state-of-the-art headsets provide an up close and personal tour on the latest and newest Segway i2 Generation 2 machines, offering an incredibly user-friendly experience. Tours: Please arrive at our Experience Naples Center 15 minutes prior to your tour for check-in and paperwork. Our address is th Avenue South, Naples, FL Click here for directions and a map to our location. Safety Procedures & Requirements: Structured in a 2 hour activity, including instruction & training Comfortable, casual clothing with closed toed athletic shoes Must be at least 14 years of age Minimum weight requirement is 100lbs, maximum allowed is 260lbs Must be able to stand and center weight for 1.5 hours Must not have a physical condition requiring a brace, cane or crutch Must not be pregnant Waiver is required The Historic Palm Cottage The antiques filled cottage, is a rare example of tabby mortar construction. The Historic Palm Cottage is Naples oldest house (1895) and is proudly maintained by the Naples Historical Society. The house has been decorated to reflect the early 1900s, and include the adjacent Norris Gardens, which feature five distinct themed areas and both the garden and house are open for docent guided tours. Local Attraction The Revs Institute

9 Preserving automotive history, Revs presents The Collier Collection of over one hundred significant automobiles built between 1896 and The automobiles on display at Revs are some of the rarest and most important cars ever built at anytime, anywhere. They are the ones that variously blazed technical pathways, redefined aesthetic standards, made history, and changed the world.the Revs Institute is housed in a three story, 80,000 square foot building in sunny Naples, Florida. The Institute has taken extraordinary steps to ensure its collection remains viable for generations to come. Not only is the building pressurized but the air is twice filtered to minimize dust and other possibly harmful contaminants. Advanced Tickets Required Restaurant Alberto's on Fifth - Fine Italian Restaurant Alberto s on Fifth is one of those restaurants where love-soaked food and attention to detail mesh. It s is all about the love here, between sensuous flavors and pasta expertise. Bayside Seafood Grill Bar & Bar Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar is one of Naples most beloved waterfront restaurants..the Upper Deck Bar offers a laid back dining experience in an open-air setting overlooking the water with live music nightly. Brooks Burgers Brooks Burgers is a local favorite. The dress is casual that is both adult and kid friendly. Caffe Dell Amore Campiello's Campiello's offers inventive Italian cuisine inspired by a traditional Tuscan country cooking. From their award-winning cuisine to Italian inspired ambiance, guests enjoy our open kitchen concept, Michelangelo-influenced interior, scenic outdoor courtyard and balcony views overlooking Third Street South.

10 Campiello - Eat well, Laugh often, Live long! Campiello's offers inventive Italian cuisine inspired by a traditional Tuscan country cooking. From their award-winning cuisine to Italian inspired ambiance, guests enjoy our open kitchen concept, Michelangelo-influenced interior, scenic outdoor courtyard and balcony views overlooking Third Street South. Chez Boet We source fresh, seasonal produce from local farmers, including certified organic growers. Their beef is Kobe Wagyu, hand trimmed to our specifications by Naples' finest artisanal butcher, and fish is wild-caught from the Gulf of Mexico and northern Atlantic. The majority of dishes on the menu are gluten-free. Our passion for sustainability earned Chez Boet a Green Business Certification from the City of Naples. Citrus Naples Princess Cruises Cruise Naples Bay, Port Royal and the Gulf of Mexico with a narrated sunset tour. Relax in the sun on the upper deck or find comfort in the climate-controlled interior salons as you listen to the Captain entertain you with details about the Naples Florida history, scenery and points of interest. Enjoy the scenic views of the Intercoastal waters on Naples Bay. Old Naples Pub Original neighborhood pub in Naples original neighborhood. A favorite hang-out among locals just two blocks from Naples historic fishing pier. After the beach drop by and enjoy a frosty mug and some traditional Naples pub fare. The French The newest restaurant from Vincenzo Betulia, award-winning chef and leader in the Southwest Florida culinary evolution, pays homage to turn of the century Parisian brasseries. Enjoy classic country and

11 coastal French dishes amidst a bustling, vibrant atmosphere with a romantic street side setting. The French is a slice of the Belle Epoque in the heart of Naples. Tommy Bahama's Located on charming, historic Third Street South and a short walk from the Naples Pier, the original Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar is the ideal spot for lunch, dinner or Happy Hour. Our gracious staff's unparalleled hospitality will instantly make you feel like a Florida local. Dine on our festive, spacious patio or watch the culinary team in action from a table near the open kitchen. Trulucks Seafood Steak & Crab House This seafood, steak and crab house offers fresh Florida stone crabs from it's own fisheries. Delight in the fresh-catch seafood menu or select tender, juicy steaks prepared to perfection. Then complement it all with delicious wines by the glass or the bottle. They offer a nightly cocktail hour along with live entertainment all week long. USS Nemo Of the many Naples restaurants, you ll find the best seafood and an unforgettable fine dining experience at Nemos where the food is always fresh and the flavors are incomparably delicious. Shopping Local Grocery Stores Grocery Stores: in order of proximity to your residence Wynn's Market 141 Tamiami Trl N Naples, FL (239) Publix *liquor store next door 1981 Tamiami Trl N Naples FL (239) Food & Thought - very small organic store for lunch, coffee 2132 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL (239) Whole Foods - (about 20 min away) 9101 Strada Pl Naples, FL 34108?(239) Waterside Shops

12 The Waterside Shops is an upscale open-air mall located on Tamiami Trail in Pelican Bay, the mall features Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue as anchor tenants. Shop, stroll and dine in a beautiful open air stunning environment. Spa and Fitness Naples Grande Spa Surrounded by the Gulf waters, in a zen like atmosphere, Guests of Naples Grande Spa will find a place to renew mind, body and spirit in the sanctuary of an indoor-outdoor spa village encompassing four pavilions in the Japanese tradition, set amid exquisite gardens. Architecture, landscaping and water features are interwoven to create an atmosphere of harmony and beauty where guests can experience true tranquility. Twelve spacious treatment rooms: Including a Spa Villa with an over-sized soaking tub, whirlpool bath, sundeck and private patio for the ultimate in personal pampering. Other special services include a floating Hair & Nail Spa that features a buff bar, a pedicure banquette for four and two hair-styling stations overlooking the tranquility pool. Outdoors, guests relax in a peaceful setting of waterfalls and fountains, whirlpool baths, sauna and steam rooms, rain showers and a meditation labyrinth. Other signature elements include a sundeck, meditation lounge furnished with Zen-inspired chaises and fresh wellness beverages to encourage rejuvenation from within. Naples Grande Spa orchestrates every element to evoke an experience of peacefulness.

13 Naples Laser and Med Spa Naples Laser & Med Spa is a premier destination of Naples, Florida for Botox, Dysport, and dermal fillers such as Radiesse, Juvederm and Restylane. They are the one of the only Naples Laser & Med Spas in the area providing laser hair and vein removal, plus medical skin treatments, using the state-of-the-art Sciton Laser. Naples Laser & Med Spa combine the best of two worlds; a relaxing and friendly spa environment, with the advanced cosmetic procedures and expertise found at the doctor s office. We believe that what sets Naples apart is our talented staff a team that we believe to be the best of the best. In addition to our friendly staff, skilled esthteticians, all advanced procedures & injectables are administered by our highly qualified Aesthetic RN s and PA s under the supervision of our medical director, Dr. Marianne Mason, M.D. It is the goal to address all cosmetic concerns individually, while providing and maintaining natural, healthy looking results no matter what your age or skin type may be! Salons by JC - 39 Suites of Unlimited Beauty 39 Salon Suites, Unlimited Beauty Salons By JC is home to the most talented beauty professionals in SWFL. There are 39 salon suites, each owned and operated by an independent beauty professional. We are the only salon you ll need for for all your beauty and skin care needs. From full service hair, skin, nails, medical spa, medical concierge and personal training, we have it all Salons by JC - Reservation 39 Salon Suites, Unlimited Beauty Salons By JC is home to the most talented beauty professionals in SWFL. There are 39 salon suites, each owned and operated by an independent beauty professional. We are the only salon you ll need

14 for for all your beauty and skin care needs. From full service hair, skin, nails, medical spa, medical concierge and personal training, we have it all The Ritz Carlton Spa Escape to the rejuvenating and revitalizing Facial Center at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, which offers an intimate experience, with two inviting treatment rooms for facials and skincare services. Spa and Salon Hours of Operation Open 7 days a week 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.