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Although small in size, Fort Myers Beach is mighty in its appeal as a favorite beach destination among families, snowbirds and beach-lovers. Located on Florida’s Estero Island, the charming beach town has shores of heaping sugar sand, clear cerulean waters, and miles of wide coastline to enjoy. On your trip, walk to the Gulf of Mexico just steps from your oceanfront vacation rental for excellent sunning, swimming and water sports, reel in a keeper off the coast, or spend time discovering the town’s history. Whether you want your vacation to be action-packed or full of relaxation, Fort Myers Beach won’t disappoint.

Things to do

A recreational playground, Fort Myers Beach has an abundance of activities for vacationers looking to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast. Here are some suggestions:

· Spend a day at the beach: Known for having shallow waters and no undertow, Fort Myers Beach is surrounded by safe beaches for families to frolic at and enjoy the laidback atmosphere. Spend time relaxing or get adventurous and try paddle boarding and parasailing.

· Visit the Fort Myers Beach Fishing Pier: Stretching 560 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, the pier is a popular place for fishing or taking in a gorgeous Floridian sunset.

· Tour the Edison and Ford Winter Estates: Set on 20 acres of land, the estates include several historical buildings, botanical gardens, Edison’s research lab and the Edison Ford Museum. Fort Myers Beach prides itself on these slices of history.  

· Lovers Key State Park: Tour this nearby area by bicycle, or hike one of the many trails. Considered one of the top bird observing sites in Southwest Florida, birders from all over the world come to see the numerous species that inhabit the island. Kayak rentals offer the potential for an up close encounter with bottlenose dolphins of manatees at the park.    
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· Ostego Bay Marine Science Center: Here, the whole family will be entertained with educational interactive displays and aquarium exhibits of marine life. Catch a glimpse of animals seldom seen by vacationers, and visit during feeding time when reclusive creatures emerge to eat.

Shopping

Fort Myers Beach is home to an entertaining southern version of New York City’s Times Square, where street musicians, trendy boutiques, bars and restaurants await the crowds. Considered the heart of Estero Island’s downtown, it is a lively area and the go-to spot for shopping, dining and people watching. Open November to April, the Fort Myers Beach Farmers Market is another great place for shopping. Here, you can pick up seasonal fruits and vegetables and fresh seafood to cook up at your beach vacation rental.

Events

Every November, Fort Myers Beach hosts the American Sandsculpting Championship. Competitors come from all over to sculpt works of art out of tons of sand on the beach. The event also features live music, delicious local foods and activities for the whole family. The annual Fort Myers Beach Pirate Fest is also a unique event to the area. Visitors can practice talking like a pirate or prance around in pirate garb for the weekend in October. Since this coastal Florida town sees pleasant temperatures year-round, there’s always an event to take in or a happy hour to enjoy.

On your next vacation, indulge yourself in this top Florida beach destination, and relax in one of Fort Myers Beach’s many highly desired vacation rentals. A cost effective option, many rentals are waterfront properties where guests need only to open the door and step outside to experience the find sandy beaches and inviting blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.