The Edison Festival of Lights!

Edison, who spent winters in a home he built on the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, invented the light bulb, so it’s fitting that the month culminates with a lighted night parade on Saturday, February 18 at 7pm in Downtown Fort Myers!

Some of the other events include:

• Invention competitions,
• Crafts shows and,
• A 5K run!

If you’re looking to enjoy the Edison Festival of Lights, while having a relaxing, enjoyable vacation with your family & friends — be sure to check out our available Condos & Homes for rent on Fort Myers Beach, and Bonita Beach.

If you have any questions about the event, available rentals, or where the best spot is on Fort Myers Beach to view our amazing sunsets – feel free to give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

We look forward to helping you enjoy your vacation!

Remember, it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

-Barb

We hope you’ve had a great 2011, superb Holidays, and are enjoying 2012 so far!

We’re really excited about 2012, and shortly, we’ll be debuting our new free eBook “A Renter’s Guide to the Islands – 12 Things You Need to Know About Fort Myers Beach & Bonita Beach”.

In it, we’ll be covering:

• The Island Life,
• Exploring Estero Island, and
• reviewing how you, your family and friends can enjoy each of the little islands around us!

Be sure to Join our Mailing List to assure you’re notified as soon it’s available!

If you think we can help you in any way, be sure to visit our Fort Myers Beach Rentals web site, or give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Don’t forget – “It’s always beach time at Lahaina!”

- Barb

(Special thanks to Charly Caldwell from ISGFL for the photo!)

…through Sunday (11/6), Fort Myers Beach will be hosting the:

Fort Myers Beach Sandsculpting Championship Festival!

This year it will be at the GullWing Beach Resort at 6620 Estero Boulevard, and will include:

• 16 of the world’s best Master Sculptors,
• Amateur Sculptors and more!

If you’re looking for a fun vacation away, and want to enjoy this Festival, we’ve got availability on Fort Myers Beach for you, your family & friends!

Feel free to search our Condos & Homes, or give us a call at (866) 218-1709!

Remember, it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

- Barb

PS – You can learn more about the Festival on their official web site.

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you are vacationing in Florida.

However, if you want to add a little variety, your Fort Myers Beach rental is only minutes away from a variety of beautiful Florida parks!

Here are just a few of the many parks you may want to visit through during your stay.

Lakes Regional Park – This Florida park is not a far from Fort Myers Beach, but offers a completely new setting… like an oasis in the city!

It features a freshwater lake, as well as:

• Pavilions with grills and picnic tables
• Two playgrounds and two water-feature playgrounds
• A train museum and miniature train rides for the kids,
• Boardwalk nature path and Bike paths
• Fragrance gardens, grassy fields, and sand volleyball courts
• Restrooms and food concessions
• Stations to rent bikes, surreys, paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks

Caloosahatchee Regional Park – Located in Alva, this Florida park is a bit of a drive, but makes for a nice day trip. It features 768 acres of pine flatwoods, with horseback riding trails, hiking, mountain biking, and fishing.

Manatee Park – If you want to see the Manatees, this is a wonderful way to see them in a non-captive, natural environment. There are viewing areas, as well as picnic shelters, butterfly gardens, and kayak rentals.

If you’d like to check rates, see prices & availability, and book a Ft Myers vacation or a Bonita Springs Vacation Rental, please contact us online or simply give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Download our free eBook 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida for other fun things to do and see in the area!

Remember, it’s always beach time at Lahaina!

Barb

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the perfect opportunity! The J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is only a short drive from your Fort Myers Beach vacation rental, and is famous for it’s pristine wildlife and some of the BEST bird watching in the United States.

This Wildlife Refuge is also part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the country! This National Wildlife Refuge is one of over 550 refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge system. It is located on the barrier island of Sanibel in the Gulf of Mexico, and occupies about one-third of the island.

In addition to bird watching, the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge offers a variety of other activities that immerse you into the wildlife and serenity of the island. You can rent canoes or kayaks and paddle through the mangroves on your own. Or, you can experience it with an experienced naturalist by your side on a guided tour, such as the Sunset Rookery Paddle.

You can also enjoy things such as:

• Refuge Tram Tour
• Boardwalk Nature Trail
• Fishing
• A Marine Touch Tank
• Nature and Sea Life cruises

Just sign up for the above through the Tarpon Bay Explorers.

J.N. Ding Darling is open 7 days a week at 8am, so it’s easy to fit into your Fort Myers Beach vacation!

If you’d like to check rates, see prices & availability, and book a Ft Myers vacation or a Bonita Springs Vacation Rental, please contact us online or simply give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Download our free eBook 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida for other fun things to do and see in the area!

Remember, it’s always beach time at Lahaina!

Barb

If you’re looking for Fort Myers Beach Rentals for you, your friends and family, we have over 165 private owned Fort Myers Beach Homes & Condos for rent – and would love to help you have the vacation of our dreams!

Learn more about our Fort Myers Beach Rentals, Fort Myers Beach Condo Rentals, and Fort Myers Beach Home Rentals.

Remember, it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

Enjoy,
Barb

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Want to add a thrill to your Fort Myers Beach vacation? Try Hang Gliding!! Yes, we know Florida is pretty flat… but there are more ways to hang glide than from the top of a mountain!

This style of hang gliding begins on a boat, with the glider attached to a tow line until it climbs to the altitude of 1,500 – 2,500 feet, then is released into free flight over the water.

Once your flight is complete, the glider lands safely next to the waiting boat.

Imagine the feeling of the wind in your hair, as you ride above the beautiful Gulf waves and take in the sites.

Paradise Hang Gliding, Inc is not far from your Fort Myers beach rental.

Step onto the sandy beach and experience the thrill of hang gliding, while taking in the breathtaking views of Florida’s Gulf Coast!

Try out the Hang Gliding Adventure vacation package and let Paradise Hang Gliding, Inc take you for a ride in the sky!

The flight is tandem, with experienced Certified Tandem Hang Gliding Instructors, so you can feel safe. Just go along for the ride and enjoy the view!

The Hang Gliding Adventure package includes:

• Standard Tandem Scenic Hang Gliding Instructional Flight & Eco-Tour for two persons.
• Spacious accommodations, featuring fully equipped kitchens, living/dining rooms and screened lanais.
• Free unlimited DVDs and popcorn during your stay.

If you’d like to check rates, see prices & availability, and book a Ft Myers vacation or a Bonita Springs Vacation Rental, please contact us online or simply give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Download our free eBook 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida for other fun things to do and see in the area!

Remember, it’s always beach time at Lahaina!

Barb

Look no further, we can help you!

We’ve got plenty of options for you, be sure learn more by visiting the links below:

• Beachfront Rentals
• Beachside Rentals
• Pet Friendly Rentals

You can also search our entire Condo & Homes inventory to find availability & specifically what you’re looking for.

Happy Easter from all of us at Lahaina Island Accommodations, and remember – it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

-Barb

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Just a short drive from your vacation rental, you can take an evening stroll down the streets of the Fort Myers Downtown River District at the “Art Walk” and “Music Walk”!

The Downtown “Art Walk” is held the first Friday of every month, featuring a dozen stops to see local and national artwork in a variety of the 22 Downtown art galleries and art vendors in the Fort Myers Downtown River District.

In addition, the galleries feature wine, cocktails and appetizers from a variety of restaurants, live music, and new art exhibits.

The walk is from 6pm-10pm, then the evening culminates with an after party at 10pm.

The “Art Walk” has become a very popular event, and always has the historic brick streets of downtown Fort Myers buzzing with artists and art enthusiasts.

There is plenty of culture to experience in only a short drive from your Fort Myers Beach rental!

If you love to hear live music, you will not want to miss the newest event in Fort Myers Downtown..the “Music Walk”.

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, the Downtown River District comes alive with local, live music!

Over 30 participating venues feature live music by local and regional talent.

Restaurants, bars, art galleries, and shops showcase a wide range of music during Music Walk.

From jazz and blues to rock, acoustic guitarists, drum circles and piano, expect to hear a wide variety of musical genres.

Many venues also feature additional attractions, such as wine and food tastings.

Each month brings new music and energy to the historic streets of Fort Myers downtown district.

If you’d like to check rates, see prices & availability, and book a Ft Myers vacation or a Bonita Springs Vacation Rental, please contact us online or simply give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Download our free eBook 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida for other fun things to do and see in the area!

Remember, it’s always beach time at Lahaina!

Barb

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It is truly an unforgettable experience to witness these unique and magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Seeing a manatee is probably one of the harder to come by Fort Myers attractions that there is. The best bet for making friends with the manatees is to take an Eco-Tour and see them up close and personal.

An Eco-Tour or Nature tour is typically a guided tour on canoes or kayaks. You will paddle through lush mangroves, where wildlife and natural beauty abounds! Educated guides will teach you about manatees, their history, habitat, and habits. Manatees are slow and gentle creatures, and will often be easily sighted from your canoe or kayak.

Here are some suggestions for these types of tours:

• GAEA Guides – Guided Kayak Nature Tours
• Adventures in Paradise
• Captiva Kayak Company & Wildside Adventures

If you’d like to check rates, see prices & availability, and book a Ft Myers vacation or a Bonita Springs Vacation Rental, please contact us online or simply give us a call at (866) 218-1709.

Download our free eBook 25 Ways to Enjoy Southwest Florida for other fun things to do and see in the area!

Remember, it’s always beach time at Lahaina!

Barb