All are populated with friendly, easy-going inhabitants. Narrow winding streets are framed with lush tropical growth. Anglers of all ages fish from rustic, yet sturdy piers. Magnificent white sand beaches overlook the enchanting Gulf of Mexico. Jet skis skim over the waves while sailboats drift along the coast.
Families picnic in bay or Gulf-front parks.
Sea oats sway gently in the soft Gulf breeze. Bicyclists pedal around the Island, passing a mixture of contemporary and historic buildings. The Island has four distinctive seasons. In mid-October, the summer Caribbean trade winds are blocked by the first northern cold front. Temperatures drop to the 70's overnight, as does the humidity.