The Lower Gulf Coast Travel Guide
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With its subtropical climate and beckoning family-friendly beaches known for their powdery sand, calm surf, and nary a freighter in sight, the Lower Gulf Coast, also referred to as the state's southwestern region, is a favorite vacation spot of Florida residents as well as visitors. Vacationers tend to spend most of their time outdoors—swimming, sunning, shelling, fishing, boating, and playing tennis or golf.
The Lower Gulf Coast Hotels
Lodging in Fort Myers, the islands, and Naples can be pricey, but there are affordable options even during the busy winter season. If these destinations...read more
The Lower Gulf Coast Restaurants
In this part of Florida fresh seafood reigns supreme. Succulent native stone-crab claws, a particularly tasty treat, in season from mid-October through...read more
Things To Do in The Lower Gulf Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Lower Gulf Coast
- $69 & up -- Florida's Gulf Coast: Hotels up to 55% Off The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel
- $45 & up -- Florida's Gulf Coast: Deals up to 55% Off The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel
The Lower Gulf Coast Experiences
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Heavenly beaches: Whether you go to the beach to sun, swim, gather shells, or watch the sunset, the region's Gulf of Mexico beaches rank among... Read more
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So they won't win any beauty contests. Florida's West Indian manatees, also known as sea cows, are enormous aquatic mammals. The average adult... Read more
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· Forums Trip Reports
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During the planning of our six week road trip I spent many happy hours back in the UK plundering ideas from this forum. Read more
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We (me, hub and 7 year old son) spent a week in the Florida Keys mid-March month and loved it! Read more
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