Anyone in Ft Myers FL area
 

I received a offer with a company in that area today and have never been there. I am considering moving but have never heard good or bad about it? I will appreciate any and all input.

Thanks

WILL;)

Just got back from a fews days boating over there, beautiful area, Sanibel, Captiva, Cabbage Key, If I make it to retirement thats where I'm gonna retire.:D

I LOVE FT. MYERS AREA!!! It's not all commercialized like alot of places...it's not a deserted area or anything but, it's not congested. I wouldn't want to live inland anywhere...it's even hotter!! I'd move there in a heart-beat!!!

No doubt that the "Blues" are running over there ....but it is a great place to boat...and I would think live if on the water or very close to it...anywhere beats Orlando though :( I hate this place !!

Was there in Feb - bought a lot on the water in Cape Carol which in next to Ft Myers. Great area - not as congested as the east coast. I would make the move!

AC
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I use to live on my boat off Captiva, it is a beautiful area! Unlike the Northeast, the channels are well marked down there. There are many, many waterfront Cafe's and restaurants. Services at Marinas are alot less expensive than up north.
The biggest downfall is the area is dependent on tourism, and the jobs generally don't pay that well. Also, like the rest of Florida, the Manatee zones seem to be growing each year.
Good luck!
Bob G.
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Thanks for input, keep it coming.

The job is more in consulting, and has nothing to do with tourism. ;) I am 26 so I want a place that is fun and lots of tan girls:D

WILL

Just remember...It's no Ft. Lauderdale or L.A.!!!!!!

I just moved here in Oct. Should have moved here 20 yrs ago!!!!
Great place to live, lots of places to play, but fills up with snowbirds in winter. Prices on property are right and work is plentiful. Beats the east coast and a lot less crowded and stressful. You have questions give me a shout, be glad to help.
Dan

My folks have a place In Boardwalk Capers right before you croos bridge to get to beach. My dad has a 28 Baja right out the back door. It is a great place to live and boat. The water is usually pretty calm and clean lots to do. I go down a couple times a year and hang out. I say go for it. You wont be disappointed.
mike

C'mon down! Like the others said the boating is great. If you want to be on the water you'll need to look in Cape Coral. Prices are going up fast but still a bargain when compared to the east coast. Prices are determined by the amount of idle time before you can go on plane. You could find a really nice house at a good price but it might take an hour to get to open water so shop wisely. You might also consider a condo.
And to the rest of you OSO'ers, whenever you're in town you always have an open invitation to visit the Nor-Tech factory.
P.S.- We are moving to a larger facility in about 6 weeks so call anytime to visit the new crib. 239-772-5507
Terry

OSO Brothers,

Thanks for all the input, sounds like FT Myers is a good place. I am going to take a trip down in the next 2 weeks to look around.

WILL:D

27 Fountain, I have taken my family to the Sanibel Harbor Resort and Spa, which is just to the right of the bridge that takes you over to Sanibel Island.They have a good dock to tie up to,also a great tiki bar and they serve great grouper sandwiches. If you are lucky,in July and August several of the boat manufactuers have their dealers there for their new boat introductions.The eye candy with the new boats and the scenery around the pool is tops.Bring dark sunglasses.