Creating beautiful and lasting memories with the family is easy in Naples, Florida as well as the surrounding places such as Marco Island and the Everglades. Beautiful white sand beaches, diverse wildlife, outdoor picnics and fun hikes are just some of the things you can do all year round that is perfect for the family. Moreover, you can take advantage of the many programs designed for kids. Most of these are offered by hotels and they give out many options for rooms, suites and other perks and treats that the kids will surely love. These bonuses should get you a more affordable and convenient trip which in turn will make mom and dad happy.
Best Beaches
The area around Naples is regularly awarded as one with the best beaches in the entire world from Trip Advisor to Travelers’ Choice Awards and the list goes on and on.
You and your kids can learn skim boarding on Naples Beach. Then you can take a slow walk around Naples Pier which is friendly for kids and kids at heart. For a more relaxed ambiance, try the Tigertail beach in Marco Island. On these beaches you can spread your towels, or recline on a chair or lie by the hammock while listening to the sound of the birds and the soothing waves that make a beautiful natural ensemble. Searching for shells is something more fun and interactive the kids can enjoy too, and the best part is you can bring these shells with you home.
Fishing
Fishing excursions is a great way for you and your family to spend time in. Reel in and create some new memories with one of the old pastimes of this place. Fishing Charters are available for hire across the region all with reliable and experienced captains that are ready to sail away with you. The rich waters of the Gulf of Mexico offer some interesting catch from the redfish, sea trout and the elusive tarpon.
For families with small children, in-shore fishing is recommended for safety reasons. In-shore fishing lets you have calmer waters while at the same time gives you fishes normally found in the open sea because of its natural proximity to it.
Trekking the Everglades
Pass on your love of nature to your kids as they explore the hidden wonders of the natural environment. The Everglades has a few national plant and wildlife reserves that gives both relaxing and educational walks for people of all ages. The diverse terrain is well suited for hiking and caters to all levels of difficulty – beginner, intermediate and advanced. These guided eco-tours will surely make your children appreciate the nature and help them become role models and stewards of the natural environment someday.
Museums
Bring your children to museums and let them learn about the rich and colorful past of the region while at the same time having interactive run with the exhibits and as well as the other kids. We recommend the Golisano’s Children’s Museum. The museum offers lots of educational exhibits and has gone a lot of renovation in the recent years to give ever kid the fun and learning they deserve.
