Known as "City of Palms" due to the well-planned palm tree-lined streets, Fort Myers has been a top vacation destination of sun worshippers for years. Located along the sunny Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida, travelers were originally attracted to the sandy white beaches and the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford whose homes are separated by a fence called "The Friendship Gate." Today, golf vacationers are choosing Fort Myers for their next golf trip for the same reasons, but with an added bonus - tremendous championship golf. With a number of excellent courses and close proximity to other top golf vacation spots like Naples, Sanibel Island, and Marco Island, Fort Myers is a perfect location for your next golf trip.

Beachview, a par-71 layout on nearby Sanibel Island, is set in natural surroundings alongside the scenic Sanibel River. A member of the Audubon's Cooperative Sanctuary Program, Beachview promises that visitors will not only be impressed by the course conditions, but also by the first-class club facilities and helpful professional staff.

Since opening in 2001, CopperHead Golf Club, a par-72 championship course designed by Gordon Lewis, has enticed golfers with island tees, whispering pines, and elevated greens. Located just 10 minutes from the Southwest Florida International Airport in Ft Myers, it's convenient for day of arrival or departure golf.

Close by on Marco Island, Hammock Bay is a beautiful collaboration between WCI and PGA Tour player Peter Jacobsen. A favorite among better amateur players, many regard Hammock Bay as the absolute best golf course in southwest Florida.

Billed as the only "stand alone" Jack Nicklaus course in Southwest Florida, Old Corkscrew Golf Club is set on 275 acres and reflects its original natural setting with stands of cypress and magnificently tall pines. Nicklaus' design philosophy is apparent throughout with well-balanced holes that vary indirection, look, and feel.

Chip Powell's design at Pelican Preserve has plenty of water, sand, and grass hollow hazards, yet Powell balances it out with generous landing areas and gently contoured TifEagle "Ultradwarf" greens.

At Raptor Bay, a WCI partnership with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, PGA Tour legend Raymond Floyd's unique use of native sand and palmetto areas left the course devoid of any sand bunkers. Instead, golfers will encounter these sandy native or waste areas adjacent to greens and fairways.

Located south of Ft. Myers in Estero is Stoneybrook, one of the longest courses in Florida at 7353 yards. Featuring the "Magnificent 7 Tees," (that's right, seven sets of tees!), this upscale public course runs through immense preserve areas and a variety of pines, oaks, and cypress heads.

Open since fall '07, the Signature Davis Love III design at River Hall Country Club is a private golf course built within the gates of a masterfully planned LandMar community. The layout stretches over 7,000 yards from the tips and adheres to Love's philosophy that "modern courses should be designed in a traditional manner."

For accommodations while staying in the Fort Myers area, golfers always seem to get the most out of their stay at an Embassy Suites. On-site facilities include a full-service restaurant and cocktail lounge, swimming pool, whirlpool spa, meeting space, and more.

Located just eight miles from Southwest Florida International Airport, Homewood Suites by Hilton is positioned in the most fashionable, exciting, and entertaining part of Ft. Myers. Nearby you'll find the Bell Tower Shops, Regal Cinema, Cypress Nature Preserve, and City of Palms Park - winter home of the Boston Red Sox. The hotel features apartment style suites with separate sleeping and living areas; fully equipped kitchen; two remote-controlled TVs with VCR; dining area; and full-size sleeper sofa.

Located at the upscale and quiet south end of Ft. Myers Beach, Pointe Estero Beach Resort offers 60 luxurious one-and two-bedroom suites each equipped with living/dining room, complete kitchen, washer/dryer, Jacuzzi tub in master bath, complete houseware package, and private screened balcony.

Crown Plaza is in the middle of all the best area courses and within walking distance of great eateries at the Bell Tower Shops and Restaurants. The hotel features 227 well-equipped guestrooms with complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access and other great in-room amenities. Facilities on property include a fitness center and a heated outdoor pool in a beautiful tropical setting.

The Country Inn & Suites, Sanibel Gateway offers all the comforts of home. From the cozy lobby with fireplace to the inviting breakfast area and front porch, the Country Inn is a great place to relax after a long day of golf. As a guest, you'll enjoy great amenities including an outdoor heated pool and a fitness room as well as great services such as high-speed Internet access. And be sure to indulge in a cookie or two as they're baked fresh daily and available in the lobby.

There's truly something for all budgets in Ft. Myers, so be sure to consult with one of our "Golf Agents" if you have any questions. See you on the first tee!

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