Intellectual pursuits satisfy curious minds through six universities and colleges, two technical training institutions and some 20 public libraries in addition to K-12 schoolrooms. New Florida Gulf Coast University, the state's 10th, perfectly complements the educational and business climate. Winging into Southwest Florida International Airport, visitors notice the bustle of expanding gateways to points throughout the U.S. and Europe. Driving I-75 allows a direct shot from Michigan to Southwest Florida. Paradise awaits you just two to three hours south and west from Tampa, Orlando and Miami.
Visitors hail from everywhere.
From tiny island towns to glimmering city jewels, we invite you to dip in your toes and experience Southwest Florida. Come for a reason, a season or forever. Come to enjoy.