Liz Freeman | Naples Daily News
The Naples Pathways Coalition is the driving force behind an ambitious project for more options for walking, running, and bicycling without worry of getting hit by cars.
The project, Paradise Coast Trail, was introduced by the coalition in 2018. It is proposed as 100 miles of paved pathway, separate from roads, that will connect Naples to Ave Maria and to Collier Seminole State Park, and Bonita Springs, according to the coalition’s executive director, Michelle Avola-Brown.
In 2023, the state Legislature adopted the segment of the Paradise Coast Trail from Marco Island through Naples, the new Paradise Coast Sports Complex, Ave Maria, Everglades City, and Immokalee into the state’s SUN Trail network that runs through the state.
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Robyn George | Fort Myers News-Press
Looking for a taste of Southwest Florida’s past?
Here are five of the oldest restaurants around.
- Cabbage Key Bar – 1944
- Farmers Market Restaurant – 1952
- Kelly’s Fish House Dining Room – 1953
- Skip One – late 1960s
- Stan’s Super Subs – 1972
Find out what what to eat, from seafood to burgers, subs and fresh produce, and the address of each one on naplesnews.com.
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Mark H. Bickel | Naples Daily News
What’s a “best beach towns” list without Naples being mentioned?
Not credible. At least that is our opinion.
So, kudos to Southern Living for getting the job done with its “The 50 best beach towns in the South 2025” list. The experts at Southern Living narrowed things down and beautiful Naples is No. 22 in the rankings.
America’s best beach towns: What they said about Naples
Dining and high-end shopping, a vibrant arts scene, spectacular shores—it’s easy to see why this area is dubbed the Paradise Coast. In a single day in Naples, you can catch a showy sunrise; play a round at an award-winning golf course; go boutique hopping on either Third Street South or Fifth Avenue South; and then walk over to Sea Salt, Del Mar, or Mediterrano for a delicious and memorable alfresco meal.
Read what else Southern Living said about Naples on naplesnews.com.
If you like what you see when visiting Naples, Florida, contact David to find a home in the area at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Kendall Little | Naples Daily News
After a four-year hiatus, the iconic Great Canoe Races of Naples are finally returning for their 45th edition with some new twists.
Last week, the Naples City Council unanimously decided the Great Canoe Races would return this year.
Here’s what to know about the races and what’s new for 2025.
What are the Great Canoe Races?
The Great Canoe Races are a longtime Naples tradition that originally began as a community event in 1977.
The tradition has struggled to stay afloat for the past few years, but the Great Canoe Races organizers are looking to the future.
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Dave Osborn | Naples Daily News
Many car museums will focus on a certain era or type of vehicle.
What makes the Revs Institute in Naples so special is its collection that covers the gamut on the history of the automobile. Sure, there’s gorgeous and rare cars but this almost hidden museum is a must-see for anyone who loves and appreciates four-wheeled vehicles’ long and fascinating history.
The collection is so unique that Auto Trader ― an automotive online marketplace ― in 2024 rated Revs the No. 5 best auto museum in the world and No. 1 in Florida.
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There’s so much to see and do in Naples Southwest Florida. You may need to buy a home and stay to enjoy it all. Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Laura Layden | Naples Daily News
Sun-N-Fun Lagoon will open for spring break this year.
After millions in repairs and upgrades, Collier County’s only water park will reopen next week.
This year, the week-long break for Collier County public schools is March 10-14.
The county-owned water park, at the North Collier Regional Park, off Livingston Road, has been closed since October 2023, for assessment, maintenance and repairs.
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