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 worlds 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:
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.
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 LPGAs Subaru Memorial of Naples, both of which attract the worlds 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.
With many miles of shoreline, numerous bays and canals, as well as the Ten Thousand Islands, the Naples area is a boaters 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.
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, its 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 and just about any other past time are available for your enjoyment.
Collier County's Climate and Geography
Land Area (square miles):
2,025
Average Rainfall: *Occurring mostly during the late summer months.
54"
Average Summer (June) Temperature:
82
Average Winter (January) Temperature:
67
Average Year-Round Temperature:
75
Total Population: (2004 Census Estimate)
296,678
The climate of Collier County is sub-tropical with a strong marine influence from the Gulf of Mexico. Collier County's population rises by an estimated one-third during the winter season, which lasts from November through April. This is the time of year that Collier's visitors and seasonal residents return.
Sources: Enterprise Florida Inc., Department of Research, Summer 1998, Naples Area Chamber of Commerce
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From www.CriderOnline.com you can view our Featured Listings or access the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) and from there you can find tools to Search for a Home or to view a Virtual Tour of properties you find appealing. Naples is truly a paradise with tropical weather, refreshing Gulf breezes, breathtaking views and magnificent sunsets. Naples is proclaimed as having more golf courses per capita than any other city and features both Private Golf Club Communities and Public Golf Courses.
The Naples Pier located on the Gulf of Mexico is the Number One attraction in Naples Florida. While walking the beach you will often see Dolphin and Manatee along with dozens of species of birds. The Naples Florida area provides easy access to the Gulf for fishing and Yacht clubs, Sailboat Clubs and full service Marinas make the journey even easier for you. Shopping in Naples Florida is second to none with high end shopping areas on Fifth Avenue South, Third Street South, Venetian Village and the Waterside Shoppes. If art is your passion, the finest Art Galleries are conveniently located around town. World Class Restaurants offer the best of seafood, Italian, French, German and Asian Fusion cuisine. Naples is host to two Ritz Carlton hotels, one located on the beach, the other located on a premier golf course known as Tiburon. Other fine hotels include the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club, The Inn on Fifth, The Naples Grande, Edgewater Beach Resort and La Playa.
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Located in Collier County, Naples offers homes and condominiums in a variety of areas – The Moorings, Venetian Bay, Gulf Shore Boulevard, Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, Old Naples (also known as Olde Naples), Vanderbilt Beach, Fifth Avenue, Third Street, Park Shore, Pelican Bay, Pelican Marsh, Bayfront, Quail West, Grey Oaks, Bay Colony, Colliers Reserve, The Dunes, Kensington, Windstar, Mediterra, Stonebridge, Lely Resort, and many more.
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