Breathtaking natural beauty and relaxed, sophisticated living make Naples one of the world’s most desirable tropical locations. World-class golf at the Ritz Carlton, Olde Florida Golf Club, and Wyndemere Country Club top the list of things to do in Naples, while perusing the Waterside Shops, and dining on 5th Avenue can hardly be considered anything less than a necessity. White sandy beaches, boating, fishing and additional recreation activities combine to create the ultimate active lifestyle playground. The cosmopolitan experience of Naples includes a vibrant arts and cultural scene, and as one of the wealthiest cities in the US, it boasts a wide range of community organizations, and a full calendar of entertaining and worthwhile charity events. Residential options are also diverse, from cozy cottages to extraordinary Gulf-front estates, hi-rise condominiums, golf communities, and an eclectic collection of waterfront homes dotting the manmade canal system, cul-du-sac-like coves, and the exclusive shores of Naples Bay. A boat-owner’s paradise, the meandering ride south through mangrove swamps and manatee zones out of Naples provides stunning scenery and excellent fishing opportunities before emptying into the Gulf of Mexico via Gordon’s Pass near a local favorite, Keewaydin Island. Further south is Marco Island, part of the Naples metro area and the largest barrier island of the area’s “Ten Thousand Islands.” Primarily a tourist destination, the island has four miles of pristine white sand beaches anchored by luxury beach resorts, hotels, and historic inns. Water recreation abounds, as does golf at some of the top-rated courses like Island Country Club and Hammock Bay at the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort. Whether you’re looking for a home that exudes charming Olde Florida or prestigious high society, Naples has something for you.