Thursday, February 26, 2015

Attractions Of Fort Myers Florida

By Jony Mozen


Florida has a lot to offer for vacationers and those seeking a warmer climate during the winter months. Along with the warm weather and sunny days this state contains cities that offer widely diverse activities to visitors and citizens alike. A prime example of this diverse agenda can be found in Fort Myers Florida. Visitors to this city can expect to find a wide range of activities for themselves and their children.

One main draw for this area is the beaches and all the activities associated with it. This is especially true for college students during spring break. The beaches are a haven for those who enjoy water sports such as wave running, jet skis and para-sailing. Another popular activity is fishing and boats can be chartered for full or half day tours looking for deep sea catches.

The Edison Ford Winter Estates can provide a full day of activities that include historical gardens, buildings and a museum. The botanical gardens contain over five hundred unique plants, flowers and trees. They also have an orchid program and propagation greenhouse that is open to the public and shopping opportunities are available in the gift shops. Visitors are able to tour the winter retreat homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford among other buildings on the property.

If you are a nature buff there are numerous opportunities for jaunts into the wild. Six Mile Cypress Slough offers tours by boat and walking that helps you find wild life and birds. The staff helps guests find photo opportunities of egrets, herons, wild pigs and alligators without disturbing the animals. A walking tour has been created with a boardwalk that leads to a blind where photographers can spend time waiting for animals to approach close enough for picture taking.

You will find a rain forest aviary at the Shell factory that is open to the public. It contains hundreds of birds from countries located in the southern hemisphere. The factory tour also features a butterfly garden that gives visitors an opportunity to sit is an area and be surrounded by these lovely creatures. While there you can visit the petting zoo with your children and an animal museum containing the largest collection in the country of exotic animals.

In the center of town you can find the Art Center. Located in a neoclassical setting with pillars made of coral and limestone you find vibrant art exhibitions and art walks on a regular basis. The city similarly provides ninety minute guided tours of historic sites, reported haunted sites and the major art pieces located throughout the city on a weekly basis.

Air boat and riverboat safaris into the Everglades are available also. These tours last a full day and guests are encouraged to bring refreshments with them. Casino cruises can be booked in advance. They last approximately five hours and provide buffet style meals and drinks for guests. Games include roulette, black jack and slot machines for customers to enjoy while aboard.

What ever you choose to do on your trip you can find a wide variety of activities here for the entire family to enjoy days of non-stop entertainment.




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