5 Unique Summer Things to Do In SWFL

The summer season in SWFL offers a variety of celebrations, festivities, and an idyllic retreat from the crowds. Dive into beach life in this water wonderland to experience unique activities and make life-long memories on a vacation worth repeating! Here are 5 cool hidden gems to check out:

• 1. Get a History Lesson – at the Edison Ford Winter Estates. Learn about the properties of and the friendship between these two legendary inventors. Or get creative yourself by participating in one of their many workshops ranging from Tropical Floral Arranging to Silk Scarf Painting. There’s always something to explore at these gorgeous historical homes.

• 2. Take a Swing – at Topgolf Fort Myers, the premier climate-controlled golfing experience. Fuel your play with food and drinks in between swings with everything from craft cocktails to injected donut holes. It’s the perfect way to play and ditch the summer heat, day, and night.

• 3. Kick It with the Calendar Girls – and grab a performance by this singing, dancing group of gals all over 60 years of age! These lovelies shake it for their favorite charity, the Southeastern Guide Dog Organization. Can’t make it to a live performance? Then learn about their story in their documentary that was showcased at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival!

• 4. Get Slippery When Wet – whether you are streaming down the Lazy River, sliding down the Big Drop, or tearing through the Terror Tube, there are gallons of water-filled excitement at the Cape Coral Sunsplash Waterpark. They also offer all-in food and beverage packages, or you can dine a la carte. And SWFL’s largest water park is just not for the kiddos. Rent a shady cabana and sip on an adult beverage in between taking a plunge.

• 5. Take a Walk on the Wild Side – at the Riverwalk. Every 1st Friday, Downtown Fort Myers creatively lights up with the Art Walk. Ramble the streets that are lined with local and regional artists selling their handiwork. And on the 3rd Friday of each month, musicians perform jazz, blues, rock, and roll, and every genre in between. Pop in and out of restaurants and bars and meet with the locals as you enjoy the artists and musicians of SWFL.

Why wait until season to enjoy your favorite warm weathered getaway? Check out Paramount’s listings that are reduced in price and ready for you to enjoy your summer tropical vacation.