SOUTH WEST FLORIDA: From the charm of early colonial settlements along the Peace River Valley, to the sophisticated offerings of the "Cultural Coast" in the Sarasota/Bradenton Area, to the Gulf Islands and the fun of canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, sailing, fishing and boating, South West Florida has something for every taste. The region includes the areas of Charlotte Harbor, Fort Myers/Sanibel, Naples/Marco Island, Sarasota/Bradenton and Sebring/Arcadia.

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Charlotte Harbor Area: Charlotte Harbor & The Gulf Islands is located halfway between Sarasota and Naples on the Southwest Florida Gulf coast. Activity choices range from canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, sailing, fishing and boating to strolls on the beach, shelling, exploring historic communities, shopping and dining. Charlotte Harbor The Gulf Islands Punta Gorda Fort Myers/Sanibel Area: Fort Myers, on the Gulf Coast between Naples and Sarasota, serves as a gateway to a stretch of islands known for their white-sand beaches, bird life, lush subtropical foliage and recreational opportunities. Known as Florida's tropical getaway, the area consists of 590 miles of shoreline and 50 miles of shell-filled beaches. Captiva Island Fort Myers Fort Myers Beach Sanibel Naples/Marco Island Area: Florida's Paradise Coast brings together the natural wonder and wildlife of the Everglades with the spectacular white sand beaches of Naples and Marco Island at the southwestern tip of Florida's Gulf Coast. You don’t have to wander far from Naples’ storied streets to plunge into the wildest and rawest of Florida nature in the Everglades. Bonita Springs Everglades Marco Island Naples Sarasota/Bradenton Area: Recognized as Florida's Cultural Coast, the Sarasota/Bradenton Area is located on the Gulf of Mexico between Tampa and Fort Myers. With more than 10 theaters and 30 art galleries, Sarasota is home to a professional symphony, ballet and opera. Bradenton Sarasota Siesta Key Sebring/Arcadia Area: Here, in the heart of the Sunshine State in Central West Florida, the Sebring/Arcadia Area has preserved its 19th century architecture and Old Florida charm from early colonial settlements along the Peace River Valley which provides a number of scenic walks and canoe trips. Sebring

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