Travel guide
Far from the buzz of Miami and the theme parks of Orlando, Florida's Gulf Coast offers quiet beaches, unspoiled nature and a noticeably more relaxed mood, between the Gulf of Mexico and the Everglades.
Naples & Sanibel IslandSome of Florida's calmest beaches, famous for shelling, far from the busier tourist spots.
Tampa & St. PetersburgA laid-back mood, a thriving arts scene and sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico, without the Miami crowds.
The EvergladesA trip into this one-of-a-kind wilderness: mangroves, alligators and airboat rides through the marshes.
Sarasota & Siesta KeyFine white sand ranked among the best in the United States, on an island far quieter than the east coast beaches.
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