Naples

Like Palm Beach on the Atlantic side of Florida, the Gulf Coast town of Naples has made a name for itself as a center of luxury lifestyles. An easy two-hour drive through the Everglades from Miami, its beaches, though, are certainly less busy, but equally attractive. Top things to do on the many excellent beaches in Naples include sunbathing, swimming, paddle boarding, sea kayaking, or simply walking along the golden sands. A variety of parks (with parking) provide change facilities, picnic areas, and, in some cases, pleasant gardens to explore, and the town also boasts a nice pier.

The real fun, though, is dressing up a little as night falls and heading to fancy 5th Avenue. The town's downtown strip, 5th Avenue is a delight to explore as the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico. You'll find many fine designer clothing stores, boutique shops, art, and home décor galleries, and plenty of excellent al fresco dining options.

Address: 735 8th Street South, Naples, Florida 34102

Official site: www.naplesgov.com

Phone: 239 213 1015

Entrance fee: Average Ticket Price ($27), Minimum Price ($16)

Google rating: 5.0/5.0