In the late 1800s, during U.S. surveys of Southwest Florida, a senator from Louisville, General John S.... More info

In the late 1800s, during U.S. surveys of Southwest Florida, a senator from Louisville, General John S.... More info
Click on any of the map images below to download detailed, printable maps* of the Blueway. More info
Day 1: Naples For an excellent overview of the intriguing history of Florida's Paradise Coast, visit the Collier County Museum in Naples. More info
You almost want to hug them — which can be a problem, seeing as they can measure up to 13 feet and weigh as much as 1,300 pounds.... More info
You’ve probably been wished “safe travels” more times than you can count. It’s just something nice that people say — or it used to be.... More info
Whether you dream of a blissful beach escape from afar, or looking to reconnect with your own back yard, Florida’s Paradise Coast welcomes you back to... More info
Whether you are looking for the most consistent multi-species action or a likely snook or redfish spot, Naples, Marco Island and the Gulf Coast Evergl... More info
Author Marjory Stoneman Douglas may have said it best: “There are no other Everglades in the world.... More info
Summer season in the Naples area means reduced room rates, wide-open beaches and easy access to the most desirable attractions, restaurants, bars and ... More info
"Going west" usually means a rugged trek over bleached sands and snow-capped mountains. If there's water, it's the austere Pacific.... More info
Everglades City — population 400 — is a traffic-free 50-minute drive from downtown Naples.... More info
With miles of unspoiled beaches, multiple marinas and launches, and the legendary Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands on its doorstep, Florida’s Parad... More info