The Nifty Student’s Travel Blog

Fort Myers Beach, Florida is a popular tourist area in Southwest Florida nestled near the city of Fort Myers along the meeting point of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caloosahatchee River.  The Gulf Coast of Florida has many white, sandy beaches, a trait that does not exclude Fort Myers Beach. Whether a student looking for a spring break destination, or a family searching for the perfect getaway, Fort Myers Beach does not disappoint.

Fort Myers Beach offers many fantastic hotels, beach homes and other great lodging alternatives for the average beach-goers. A trip to Fort Myers Beach offers many things to do. Take a stroll down the beach and build a sandcastle. Come down in the early morning and stroll for seashells along the seashore.  Or just relax and lie on the beach and read a great book. The abundance of sunshine and peaceful tranquility of the Fort Myers Beach area makes it a perfect destination, especially if you stay in the luxurious Fort Myers Beach condos.

But if lying on the beach sounds like a boring way to spend the day, perhaps the family would enjoy participating in a sailing or fishing adventure. Or play a round of golf in one of the 130 public and private golf courses located all over the Fort Myers region. These golf spots offer natural and scenic challenges to the casual or more advanced golf hand.

For the baseball enthusiast, a great time to visit the Fort Myers area is in the early spring during MLB’s spring training. Home to the Boston Red Sox, the Fort Myers region offers a perfect time to catch an early glimpse of the 2007 World Series Champions. So, catch a game, grab some popcorn, who knows, maybe Big Papi will hit a foul ball right at you.

Fort Myers Beach also offers many amazing culinary delights for the touchy palate in every family. Check out Frommer’s guide to dining in Fort Myers Beach for a list and description of local restaurants.

Florida’s Southwest region offers many great spots for tourists. For an uncluttered, relaxing time, travel to Fort Myers Beach Florida right on the Gulf of Mexico.