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Welcome to Naples Florida

Welcome to Naples, a paradise of sun, shore and nature harmoniously blended with the cosmopolitan and cultural center this city has become. Despite its metropolitan population and myriad housing developments, Naples remembers its Indian and early pioneering heritage. This diversity combined with its host of attractions, amenities and activities make Naples a great place to live and visit. We're showcasing all that Naples Florida has to offer right here. Make this web site your springboard for jumping into the Cities and Lifestyles that make up our paradise !

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Historical photo albums, wildlife, nature and scenery -- here are some links---

historical Swamp Buggy photo albumHistorical Swamp Buggy Photos detailing this wild and wacky sport started in the 1940's and still enjoyed today right here in Naples, Florida!

Naples Downtown Photo Album - including photos of parks, beaches, intracoastal waterway, and historical photos dating back to 1906.


Quick Naples Florida Links

Naples Pier
In January, 1888, there was no pier. The Naples Company found and purchased the fastest steamship on the coast: Captain Merritt's "Fearless". This ship, which ran from Punta Gorda to Naples, entered through Gordon's Pass, up into the Bay of Naples, according to the Company's promotional brochure. However, in low tide, passengers had to be shuttled ashore by "lighters" out in the Gulf, which featured troublesome sandbars (and some rock'n'roll).

Thus, a construction contract was let to Captain James Canty in Ft. Myers in June, 1888, for a 600-foot T-shaped wharf in 18 feet deep water on the Gulf side, facing the hotel. Pilings and timbers were off-loaded in the surf and towed ashore...read the History of Naples Pier »

History of Naples - From Calusa Indians to Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens - a look at the history of Naples Florida.

Tin City - is Naples' original shopping sensation. Here, in a setting which recalls Naples' nautical past, you'll find more than 40 creative boutiques and great restaurants.

 

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Naples Events

September 18, 2010 ~ NIFF & Naples Winemaking Wine Tasting/Bottling Event
6:30pm - 10:30pm
An exciting evening of wine tasting paired with wine making, appetizers and intimate live performance by talented musicians Kim and Pete of Ready 2 Roll Music
Location: 1061 Collier Center Way - Naples, FL 34110
Cost: $49 per person (you must be 21 or older to attend) - Admission includes wine tasting and pairing with appetizers. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a nibble and glass of wine. A tour of the winery will follow, including explanation of key steps in the wine making process. You'll enjoy a series of comparative barrel tastings and you can go hands on or be a spectator as NIFF bottles its first private label reserve.
Tickets for the NIFF FUNraising Event will NOT be sold at the door - You MUST Register Online
Contact: (239) 775-3456

September 18, 2010 ~ SummerJazz on the Gulf Concert
851 Gulfshore Boulevard N., Naples
Contact: 239-261-2222

October 16-31, 2010 ~ CityFest
Downtown Naples
Contact: 239-435-3742

October 30-31, 2010 ~ Swamp Buggy Fall Classic
Swamp Buggy races at Florida Sports Park
Contact: 239-774-2701

November 4-7, 2010 ~ Naples International Film Festival
9118 Strada Place, Naples
Contact: 239-775-3456

November 6, 2010 ~ Art in the Park
Naples Art Association
Contact: 239-262-6517

November 6-7, 2010 ~ Florida Camera Club Convention
Edison State College/Naples Campus
Contact: 239-784-1923.

November 13, 2010 ~ Annual Chalk Art Contest
City of Naples / Norris Center
Contact: 239-213-3054

November 22, 2010 ~ Festival of Lights on Third Street
Contact: 239-434-6533

November 27-28, 2010 ~ Naples Fall Fine Art & Craft Festival
Naples Art Association
Contact: 239-262-6517

December 3, 2010 ~ Christmas Gala at Historic Palm Cottage
Naples Historical Society
Contact: 239-261-8164

December 4, 2010 ~ Art in the Park
Naples Art Association
Contact: 239-262-6517

December 31, 2010 ~ New Year's Eve Fireworks
Naples Pier
Contact: 239-213-7120

January 1-2, 2011 ~ Naples Downtown Art Festival
Fifth Avenue South
Contact: 239-435-3742