T he metamorphosis of downtown Naples is nearly complete. Just a little more work to do and some scaffolds to remove. Fifth Avenue South, the heart of this Southwest Florida city since the 1920s, has returned to glory. Eclectic shops and galleries hold delightful surprises. Cafes serve a world of exotic cuisine.
Boutique lodgings welcome guests.
Here are some favorite discoveries from recent visits. Oh My Gauze, selling what the phrase implies, earns the catchiest-name ribbon. We like Cottontails and Giggle Moon for children's clothing, Glad Rags Etc. An import shop called The Lady from Haiti brings a Caribbean touch to the traditional retail district. The Lady From Haiti imports colorfully painted, carved, and woven Haitian folk art.