Staff Picks

Need more help planning your trip? Our monthly Staff Picks blog features exciting area attractions and info on upcoming Naples events, so discovering the best of our city is easy.

Explore the History of Otter Mound

A day trip with everlasting memories awaits at the Otter Mound Preserve on Marco Island. A short drive from Park Shore Resort, the small community of Goodland is home to a 40-acre shell mound believed to be made by the Calusa Indians. ...

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Get Inspired by the Creativity at the Naples Downtown Art Show

Take part in the best art show that Florida has to offer—the 32nd Annual Naples Downtown Art Show....

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Enjoy Food, Dance, and the Arts at Greek Fest

The most memorable vacations are those spent relaxing, enjoying great food and drinks, and immersing yourself within the community you’re visiting. This month, you’ll get to do all of those things in one fabulous event at the annual Greek Fest!...

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Immerse Yourself in the Arts at the New Years Art Show

Start this new year—and new decade—off on a creative note by going to an annual Naples tradition: the Naples New Year’s Art Show....

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Head to the Dock to See the Holiday Boat Parade

Would it really be the holiday season in Naples if we didn’t celebrate on the water?...

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Sip and Savor the Flavors of Southwest Florida

This November, turn your Thanksgiving indulgences into a gourmet celebration. On November 23, a week before our beloved Turkey Day, Paradise Coast’s third annual wine and food experience is returning to Naples....

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Chow Down and Groove to the Music at the Stone Crab Fest

While the rest of the country is gearing up for spooky Halloween plans, we’re still soaking up the Naples sunshine and fun at the annual Stone Crab Festival!...

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Sample Wine and Shop Till You Drop All in One Place

We’re always looking for a chance for some retail therapy on vacation....

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Experience the Electric Energy of Third Street South

In our neighborhood, there’s always something fun going on! Especially on Third Street South....

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Enjoy Festive Flowers at Red, White and Bloom

We hoped you packed your red, white and blue! There are so many fun, family-friendly events around Naples on the Fourth of July!...

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Uncover Creative Discoveries at the Children's Museum of Naples

Make way for a day of total creativity and exploration! C’MON—the Children’s Museum of Naples—is a short distance from our resort and offers so many exciting outlets for you and your family....

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Welcome Back the Racers at the Great Dock Canoe Race

This Saturday, May 11, race to the waters for the annual Great Dock Canoe Race. The Crayton Cove race, which got its start in the spring of 1977, is a popular Naples tradition that both locals and visitors look forward to each and every year....

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Celebrate Good Food and Great Company at the Taste of Marco

A South Florida tradition, the 28th Annual Taste of Marco is back just in time for your spring visit!...

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Fifth Avenue South

Join the Naples community in the fun and festive Irish spirit for Saint Patrick’s Day!...

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Set Sail With Your Loved One on the Naples Princess

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you’ll want to create the perfect day with your special someone. We suggest setting your plans in motion aboard the Naples Princess....

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Shop Beautiful Artwork at the Naples New Year Art Show

The new year, much like a well-earned vacation, brings endless opportunities, so why not start the new year—and your vacation—on an artistic note?...

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Watch the Festive Displays at the Annual Boat Parade

Step aside snowmen, here in Naples, we take our holiday happenings straight to the water! On Saturday, December 8, gather to the dock at Fifth Avenue South to enjoy the annual Naples Christmas Boat Parade from 6-8:30 p.m....

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Kickoff the Holiday Season on Third Street South

Ready or not, the holidays have officially arrived! Once your Thanksgiving celebrations have passed, join us on Third Street South to watch the official lighting of the Christmas Tree....

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Catch an Exclusive Screening at the Naples International Film Festival

Lights, camera…action! Groundbreaking filmmakers, renowned directors, and stunning films will make their debut at the 10th annual Naples International Film Festival on October 25-28....

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Shop, Dine, and Explore 5th Avenue South

What’s a vacation without a little retail therapy? 5th Avenue South is Naples’ one-stop destination to shop, dine, and relax during your stay....

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Let Music Whisk You Away in the Naples Botanical Garden

We’re lucky enough to live in paradise every day and just between us: we never tire of it! As the last full month of summer begins, we’re still soaking up every chance to get outdoors and enjoy the thriving community of Naples....

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Make the Most of Your Fourth of July in Naples

Round up your friends, family and festive spirit for Naples’ Fourth of July celebrations. You can partake in fun and lively events to celebrate our favorite country’s historic independence all throughout the city....

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Cheer on the Racers at the Great Dock Canoe Race

Take to the waters at the 42nd Great Dock Canoe Race, May 12. In the years since its humble start in the spring of 1977, the Crayton Cove race has become a community tradition and one of Naples most popular events....

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Join In On the Foodie Fun at the Taste of Marco

Spring is in full bloom here in southwest Florida and there’s no better way to experience life on Marco Island than spending your Sunday at the 28th Annual Taste of Marco...

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Your Adventurous Ride Through the Everglades

A few minutes from our Naples property is a gateway to experience the Everglades like never before. Join a boat tour for an up-close, behind-the-scenes right through the backwaters of the Gulf. ...

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Restaurants for a Romantic Date Night

Heading out for a date night? From intimate settings to impeccable entrees, these dining hotspots will make your evening out unforgettable....

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Lover's Key: A Hidden Gem State Park Perfect for You and Yours

Love always comes to mind at Lover’s Key State Park, making it the picture-perfect day destination for you and yours. For many years, this hidden island gem was accessible only by boat, and the story goes that only those in love traveled there to enjoy each other’s company at the secluded beach....

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Make the Most of the Naples Zoo

The Naples Zoo is an exciting day trip away that's filled with amazing wildlife and a unique history. In the early 1900’s, the grounds were an expansive botanical garden for botanist Dr. Henry Nehrling. And shortly after his death, the gardens were rejuvenated and animals were added to create a zoo unlike any other....

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