Sanibel & Captiva Islands retreat on the Gulf of Mexico and Intracoastal waters ushers you into a parallel universe ... the plants, the water - even the air - are tranquil. You've entered a beachcomber's heaven - an uninterrupted expanse of shell-laden beaches that has earned Sanibel-Captiva Islands a reputation for some of the best shelling in the world, miles of trails for biking, J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge for spectacular birding and diverse waters for swimming, boating and fishing.

Visiting Southwest Florida's award winning beaches, watching Gulf sunsets and paddling the mangrove shoreline offer an unrivaled, exquisite peace. But the local history is, quite literally, electrifying. Did you know Thomas Edison wintered in Fort Myers? You can visit the home where Edison spent his winters inventing by tinkering with light bulbs and phonographs - more than 1,000 patented inventions in all.

From laid back Sanibel and Captiva Islands to family friendly Fort Myers Beach, a visit to Southwest Florida won't leave you disappointed. Come relax, explore, and discover all that Fort Myers has to offer.