3 Days in Naples, Marco Island and The Everglades

Say Hello to Paradise

8:00 a.m.

Let your clients spend the morning at one of the most beautiful beaches along the Gulf of America: Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. Guests can enjoy soft white sand, calm waters and the perfect chance to swim, snorkel or collect seashells.

1:00 p.m.

After a relaxing morning by the water, enjoy a gourmet lunch at The French or Sea Salt before exploring Naples’ premier shopping district. 5th Avenue South offers a mix of high-end boutiques, art galleries and charming cafes.

6:15 p.m.

Set sail on a luxury sunset cruise with Pure Florida or Naples Princess Cruises through Naples Bay, Port Royal and into the Gulf. The Naples Princess actually offers a sunset dinner cruise!

Planner Tip: Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) — located just a short 35 minutes from Florida’s Paradise Coast — offers flights from 15 airlines and 72 direct destinations.

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

The French

Naples Princess Cruises

Say Hello to Paradise

8:00 a.m.

Let your clients spend the morning at one of the most beautiful beaches along the Gulf of America: Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. Guests can enjoy soft white sand, calm waters and the perfect chance to swim, snorkel or collect seashells.

1:00 p.m.

After a relaxing morning by the water, enjoy a gourmet lunch at The French or Sea Salt before exploring Naples’ premier shopping district. 5th Avenue South offers a mix of high-end boutiques, art galleries and charming cafes.

6:15 p.m.

Set sail on a luxury sunset cruise with Pure Florida or Naples Princess Cruises through Naples Bay, Port Royal and into the Gulf. The Naples Princess actually offers a sunset dinner cruise!

Planner Tip: Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) — located just a short 35 minutes from Florida’s Paradise Coast — offers flights from 15 airlines and 72 direct destinations.

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

The French

Naples Princess Cruises

Exploring Marco Island

9:00 a.m.

Embark on a guided boat tour on the Dolphin Explorer around Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands, where guests can actually work alongside the survey crew to spot and document dolphins in their natural habitat.

12:00 p.m.

Grab a fresh seafood lunch at Mango’s Dockside Bistro in The Esplanade, a premier waterfront dining and shopping destination. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon soaking up the sun at Tigertail Beach.

6:00 p.m.

End a successful day on Marco Island with casual beachfront cocktails and live music at Sunset Grille, the perfect place to watch a beautiful Gulf of America sunset.

Planner Tip: Florida’s Paradise Coast is a hub for wellness experiences. To your zen-seeking clients, recommend yoga on the beach, floating yoga, halotherapy or even forest bathing.

Dolphin Explorer

Tigertail Beach

Marco Island

Exploring Marco Island

9:00 a.m.

Embark on a guided boat tour on the Dolphin Explorer around Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands, where guests can actually work alongside the survey crew to spot and document dolphins in their natural habitat.

12:00 p.m.

Grab a fresh seafood lunch at Mango’s Dockside Bistro in The Esplanade, a premier waterfront dining and shopping destination. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon soaking up the sun at Tigertail Beach.

6:30 p.m.

End a successful day on Marco Island with casual beachfront cocktails and live music at Sunset Grille, the perfect place to watch a beautiful Gulf of America sunset.

Planner Tip: Florida’s Paradise Coast is a hub for wellness experiences. To your zen-seeking clients, recommend yoga on the beach, floating yoga, halotherapy or even forest bathing.

Dolphin Explorer

Tigertail Beach

Marco Island

Welcome to Florida’s Last Frontier

9:00 a.m.

Experience the thrill of an airboat ride through the Everglades, spotting alligators, tropical birds and lush landscapes. For a more serene experience, opt for a pole boat tour or guided kayak adventure through the mangroves.

1:30 p.m.

Experience a traditional everglades lunch featuring stone crab at Camellia Street Grill or Triad Seafood Market & Café before visiting the Museum of the Everglades to learn about the region’s history.

7:30 p.m.

Wrap up the trip with a laid-back dinner in Naples at The Bay House, known for its fresh seafood and beautiful waterfront views, or at Osteria Tulia for an intimate Italian dining experience.

Planner Tip: Florida’s Paradise Coast is your best resource for area information, accommodations and attractions to help you plan for clients. Sign up to become a Paradise Coast Pro here.

Museum of the Everglades

Osteria Tulia

Welcome to Florida’s Last Frontier

9:00 a.m.

Experience the thrill of an airboat ride through the Everglades, spotting alligators, tropical birds and lush landscapes. For a more serene experience, opt for a pole boat tour or guided kayak adventure through the mangroves.

1:30 p.m.

Experience a traditional everglades lunch featuring stone crab at Camellia Street Grill or Triad Seafood Market & Café before visiting the Museum of the Everglades to learn about the region’s history.

7:30 p.m.

Wrap up the trip with a laid-back dinner in Naples at The Bay House, known for its fresh seafood and beautiful waterfront views, or at Osteria Tulia for an intimate Italian dining experience.

Planner Tip: Florida’s Paradise Coast is your best resource for area information, accommodations and attractions to help you plan for clients. Sign up to become a Paradise Coast Pro here.