NAPLES, FLORIDA 2016

After visiting with the Cubans in Miami for my cousin Jessica’s wedding, we decided to take a mini road-trip to Naples to catch some rays and have us little rest + relaxation.

It turned out to be one of my favorite ever beach vacations.

We stayed at the Edgewater Beach Hotel (which was super nice). Right on the beach, really well kept, great service. Our 2 bedroom suite was perfect for the 4 of us (mom and dad came along).

Family Selfie

 

Chillin

What a cute little town. So well-kept. Lots of shopping and great restaurants to choose from on 5th Ave South and 3rd Street South.

We really liked Tulia (fabulous Italian) and Baleen, which has the most amazing beachside dining and sunset views.

 

Baleen Beachside Dining
Baleen Restaurant at La Playa Resort

Oh Naples, you are just so easy, beautiful, and relaxing.

Tranquility

The beach was gorgeous and had the clearest, most tranquil waters I have ever seen.

Clear Waters

You could see fish swimming beside you and dolphins popping in and out of the water during our early morning walks.

Here’s a little video of a dolphin we saw one morning…

 

The pool was also fabulous – lots of shade available if desired, comfy chairs, water was clean and the temperature was aways just right.

Morning Walk

 

Poolside Sky View

 

The food at the hotel was also great. With food and drinks available inside, at Coast and poolside, at Pool Bar.

I could spend all day sitting surf-side, letting the waves wash over my toes.

My Favorite Spot

I can’t wait to go back.

Naples…

it’s official, you are my new Happy Place 🙂

Oh – and check out this little National Geographic moment I captured titled “The Getaway”…

 

Sunset waves video…

 

My favorite spot video…

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