A Slice of Paradise
The warmth of the sun becomes a memory seeped into your soul as you watch the sky fill with breath-taking, brilliant hues and the sun slowly sets over the calm of the Gulf. As you walk along the beach, shortly you find yourself reaching out to the diamond filled sky because you know the stars are so close you can touch them. The charming Naples Bonita Springs area, nestled along some of the world’s top-rated beaches, is "Paradise" to residents and visitors alike. This area has been described as:
- Having one of the highest "millionaires per capita" ratios in the world
- Being the "Golf capital of the World," with more golf holes per capita than any other community on the globe (with over 100 golf courses)
- Having an extremely vibrant economy with steady growth and abundance of employment opportunities.
- Being a convenient destination serviced by Southwest Florida International and Naples airports with Miami Tampa and Orlando within easy driving distance.
Yes, all are true and there is more:
Glorious Beaches
Along the coastline of the city of Naples itself, the beach stretches for seven miles, perfect for walking, jogging, sunbathing, shelling and swimming. Within all of Collier County there are 38 miles of shoreline.
Golf and Tennis
Naples is a recreational haven, most famous for its title as the "Golf Capital of the World." Over 100 private and public golf courses dot the area, or are currently under construction. Each winter, Naples is home to the popular Senior PGA Event and the LPGA’s Subaru Memorial of Naples, both of which attract the world’s top golfers. Tennis is avidly played throughout the area of both public and private facilities. The Har-Tru surface is the most popular allowing extended rallies while also being more forgiving on the knees and ankles. Naples also hosts the Nuveen Masters Tennis Championship, featuring players such as Jimmy Connors, John McEnroe, Bjorn Borg, and local resident Johan Kriek.
Boating and Fishing
With many miles of shoreline, numerous bays and canals, as well as the Ten Thousand Islands, the Naples area is a boater’s heaven. Sail and power craft of all types and sizes, from small fishing boats to 100-foot yachts, cruise the waters. Commercial vessels offer fishing trips, sunset cruises, nature tours, canoe adventures, or paddlewheel excursions.
Other Recreation
Believe it or not, Paradise would not be complete without ice-skating. Yes, ice skating in very popular in sunny Southwest Florida. Now the home of the Florida Everblades professional hockey team, the GERMAIN Arena offers ice skating year round. With such a great climate for outdoor activities and the adjacent Everglades National Park, it’s easy to take advantage of hiking on beautiful nature trails, biking or jogging through meticulously landscaped communities, or meandering through mangroves and other natural settings. Shuffleboard, aerobics, racquetball, bird watching, roller blading, skeet shooting, bridge clubs, music, museums and just about any other past time are available for your enjoyment.
Climate and Weather
South Florida is the only region in the continental U.S. that has a Moist Tropical Climate. The Moist Tropical Climate of southern Florida borders the Moist Subtropical Mid-Latitude Climate of central and northern Florida. Southern Florida is a Tropical Savannah, dominated by the Everglades. It shows pronounced, alternating, wet and dry seasons. During the rainy season, from June to October, southern Florida shows frequently cloudy afternoon skies, high humidity and warmer temperatures. During the dry season, from November to May, southern Florida shows frequently clear skies, low humidity and cooler temperatures. All months have average temperatures greater than 64°F (18°C). The temperature variations are kept very small by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The Atlantic Hurricane Season is between June and November. Click here for the MONTHLY AVERAGES for Naples, Florida.
Bonita Springs, Florida
Bonita Springs, although located in Lee County, is a sister community to Naples. Just North of Naples, the overlapping communities share a variety of recreational, cultural, dining, shopping and other facilities.
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