Review:

Overlooking Florida’s beautiful coastline, white sandy beaches backed by narrow dunes and serene half-hidden mansions make Naples one of Florida’s prettiest cities. While cultured, stylish and sophisticated, it is also warm and welcoming with many fun family attractions and activities.

The Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (C’MON) is a wonderful, pint-sized introduction to the culture of Naples where 12 different galleries and exhibits offer interactive and hands-on learning experiences with winding boardwalks, virtual ponds and mangrove mazes filled with toys. Head into nature with a visit to Big Cypress National Preserve for wildlife sightings or go on an airboat adventure through sawgrass prairies and mangrove forests just outside of Everglades City to see alligators in the swampy marshland. Take a paddling trip, launching from the Gulf Coast entrance to Everglades National Park to spot dolphins, manatees, sea turtles and birds.

Where to Stay: Naples Bay Resort is set right on Naples Bay, complete with a spa, four pools, lazy river and a marina.

Where to Eat: Have lunch on the beach at the Turtle Club Restaurant.

Don’t Miss: Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is a must-see with its exotic creatures, lively animal shows and exciting feedings.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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