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December 31, 2024
Fort Myers Welcomes Groups
Day 1: Natural Attractions
Explore J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s 6,470+ acres of walking, hiking and driving trails, observation towers, boardwalks, fishing docks and more. Take a guided tour with Tarpon Bay Explorers to learn more about wildlife and ecology. Check their website for daily openings and closures.
Day 2: Blending History and Culture
From live theater performances and fine art exhibitions to intimate concerts and sculpture gardens, there are many ways to infuse each day with thought-provoking experiences.
Attendees can find deals on big brands and a variety of restaurants at Miromar Outlets, one of Fort Myers’ best outdoor shopping centers.
9:00 a.m.
Explore J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s 6,470+ acres of walking, hiking and driving trails, observation towers, boardwalks, fishing docks and more. Take a guided tour with Tarpon Bay Explorers to learn more about wildlife and ecology.
1:00 p.m.
More than just a park or preserve, the Great Calusa Blueway is a 190-mile marked water trail perfect for paddling and wildlife watching. Meander through inland and coastal waterways, peer up moss-covered oak trees and look out for friendly manatees beneath the water. Enjoy a dockside lunch at Oxbow in Fort Myers.
6:00 p.m.
From biking and spotting wildlife to lounging on the beach and enjoying meals bursting with flavor, teams will be rejuvenated and relaxed by the island way of life. Send them to Bowman’s Beach Park to search for whole seashells in the white sands at low tide and to play in the gentle coastal surf. End the day by enjoying some entertainment at the Players Circle Theater.
9:00 a.m.
Creative thinking doesn’t happen only in a boardroom. Go back in time at some of the area’s most interesting historical sites. Edison and Ford Winter Estates have 20 acres of tropical gardens and a museum full of historical artifacts.
1:00 p.m.
Send teams on an island-hopping adventure off the coast. Visit the famous Cabbage Key Inn & Restaurant for lunch to enjoy a delicious cheeseburger in paradise.
7:30 p.m.
From live theater performances and fine art exhibitions to intimate concerts and sculpture gardens, there are so many ways to infuse each day or evening with thought-provoking experiences. Book tickets for the team to one of the shows put on by Florida Repertory Theatre at the historic Arcade Theatre.
8:00 a.m.
Golf aficionados can play scenic fairways like Fort Myers Country Club, which is open to the public and was once the favored course of two of America’s most prominent inventors: Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.
1:00 p.m.
Practice a little retail therapy at Miromar Outlets, one of Fort Myers’ best outdoor shopping centers. Find deals on big brands and a variety of restaurants. Off-duty attendees can treat themselves to a trinket or two while they enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere.
6:00 p.m.
Open since 2020, Junglebird Tiki, Cape Coral’s first authentic Tiki bar, sports lush greenery that adorns nearly every surface. On the menu, you’ll find a unique fusion of Caribbean, Korean and Hawaiian cuisine.
Fort Myers Welcomes Groups – Contact My Journey Begins Travel to help you book your next group gathering to Fort Myers, Florida!