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It is remarkable
that although Florida has become one the world's tourism
Mecca, it is possible to get far away from the madding
crowd.
Florida's South
 West
Gulf Coast hides mile upon mile of breathtaking natural
beauty, pristine beaches and crystal clear water, and
yet it is close enough to everything that matters.
From Elegant
Sarasota South to Picturesque Venice, and on to
the unspoiled seaside community of Engle wood. You will
discover a string of islands offering a unique blend of
old world charm and new world sophistication.
Clear water and
St Petersburg may act as more famous lures to holiday
hoards as they seek rest from the pace of ¨doing¨
Orlando ... and more are aware of fashionably expensive
Naples and Fort Myers which attract North Americans in
droves as they strive to escape winter and head as far
south as possible.
In between those
more recognised magnets for vacation-makers is a less
well known stretch of glorious coastline, with dazzling
white beaches, turqoise seas, lush green landscapes and
vivid sunsets. With an average year round temperature of
about 75 degrees and the ocean temperature usually
around 80, it is not surprising that those who have
discovered Florida's best kept secret have not been in a
hurry to tell others.
Although you will
find plenty of ¨snow birds¨ there from northern United
States and Canada during the winter months it has been
largely undiscovered by Europeans who still tend to go
where the package operators point them. Consequently, it
is much less commercialised, less developed, and less
frantic. You will find beautiful beaches and communities
which provide a taste of how Florida living should be.
Its attraction is
that it offers a laid back life of tropical paradise you
dream about and yet conveniently provides a broad range
of
activities, entertainment's, shopping and eating
opportunities, which European visitors to America regard
as part of their holiday. As a bonus, it is central
enough to make a perfect base for days out, whether to
explore the famous ¨Everglades¨ to the south, Tampa Bay
to the North, or even Disney World, Universal Studios,
and Sea World in Central Florida.
The Pristine
coastline comprises a series of keys. In effect giant
sandbars, which have matured into a chain of islands
running along the entire length of the coast, high rise
hotels are few in number. Instead you will find a
mixture of small motels, small apartments, and private
residences, mostly set in an abundance of sub tropical
vegetation.
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