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Bowman's Beach simply beautiful
It’s always exciting when the world acknowledges our beautiful
beaches. Last week, U.S. News Travel designated Sanibel Island’s Bowman’s Beach
as one of the Top 10 beaches in the world.
U.S.
News Travel, which is produced and published by U.S. News & World Report,
singled out Bowman’s Beach as hosting “a shore littered with colorful
seashells.”
The
Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel draws admirers from around the world
because of our extraordinary natural environment and pristine beaches. But we
are especially proud to get such global recognition.
Bowman’s
Beach isn’t the only attraction getting attention. Gasparilla Inn & Club in
Boca Grande and Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort Myers were
recently added to the Top 100 list of spas by Conde Nast Traveler for 2013. The
rankings were based on treatments, staff, facilities, number of treatment
rooms, basic massage and overall ratings.
I
know it’s hard for many Lee County families to think about our exemplary spas
and beaches right now. Summer is almost over as children head to school next
week. But while you return to regular life, we have thousands of international
visitors who are arriving for their summer vacation.
About
20 to 25 percent of our visitors each year are international. They make up
about 30 percent of the visitor spending because they stay longer and spend
more. Most come from Germany, Canada, the United Kingdom and Scandinavian
countries. They travel to Southwest Florida to disconnect and enjoy nature.
Many are active and enjoy shelling, biking and swimming. They also enjoy
shopping because of the favorable exchange rate. You may have noticed different
languages spoken while you were doing your back-to-school shopping at Miromar
Outlets in Estero or Tanger Outlets in Fort Myers.
These
visitors help our economy thrive. Please give them a warm welcome as they have
their opportunity to relax. We can all serve as ambassadors to Southwest
Florida.
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