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Top 5 Vacation Rental Destinations in Southwest Florida

Looking for a getaway in or around Fort Myers, Florida? Click the links to see a photo gallery, map, and a description for each location.

1. Siesta Condo – Sanibel Island, Florida

2. Bonita Beach & Tennis Club – Bonita Beach, Florida

3. Plantation Resort – Bonita Beach, Florida

4. Pine and Lake Estates on Lake Jackson – Sebring, Florida

5. Cross Creek Country Club – Fort Myers, Florida

For information on these and other top vacation rentals, please visit SunshineRental.com.

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Has the BP oil spill affected Fort Myers beaches?

As of June 17th, the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill has not affected the beaches of Fort Myers and surrounding beaches in the southwest Florida area. For the latest information about the oil spill and to check if Florida coastal areas are affected, please visit www.floridadisaster.org/index.asp.

To book a vacation condo or home rental in Fort Myers and surrounding beach areas, please check out photos, rates, and availability at www.sunshinerental.com/properties.html

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River and Blues Festival 2010

This year’s River and Blues Festival will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2010 at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers. Take part in fun for adults and kids. Enjoy live music and all kinds of food from local restaurants. For details, visit. riverandbluesfestival.com.

Need a place to stay while in Ft. Myers? Check out our competitive rates, photos, and listings for vacation home and condo rentals at Sunshinerental.com.

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Ft. Myers Condo Rentals and Home Rental Discounts

We have condo rentals located in and around Fort Myers, Florida. Locations include Sanibel Island, Bonita Beach, and Sebring. Check our special rates for Spring and Summer 2010 and photos of our various locations at sunshinerental.com/properties.

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Looking for a hotel in Fort Myers for Spring Training or Spring Break?

Why not consider a condo or vacation home rental instead? Rates start at only $295 per week. Check out our recommended vacation rentals which are near golf courses and the beaches. See photos and listings of our rental properties in or near Fort Myers, Florida. Visit SunshineRental.com.

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Red Sox and Twins 2010 Spring Training in Fort Myers, Florida

It’s that time again! The first MLB Spring Training game for the 2010 season in Ft. Myers is on March 4, 2010 between the Twins and Red Sox. The game will be the first of seven meetings between these two baseball teams that train in Fort Myers during the spring.

If you are planning to attend spring training games, we recommend that you reserve your Fort Myers vacation home or condo rental. Hurry! Check out our special discounted rates and see a complete list of available Florida vacation rental homes or condos in Ft. Myers here:

Ft Myers Condo Rentals and Vacation Home Rentals

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Holiday Vacation in Fort Myers

The holidays are here! If you are planning a Christmas vacation in Fort Myers, Florida, you may want to consider a vacation condo or home rental from SunshineRental.com. Rates start at only $295 per week. Check the exact location of each vacation property in or near Ft. Myers. Hurry! Space is limited, but we have several properties available. Check out the special holiday rates and discounts at SunshineRental.com/properties now.

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July 4th Weekend in Fort Myers

Make travel plans for your next summer vacation. Celebrate July 4th with a getaway weekend in Fort Myers, Florida. Below is a list of events scheduled in the Ft. Myers area.

Calendar of Events (source: fortmyers.org)

July 4
Fourth of July on the Beach
Fort Myers Beach Fishing Pier & Times Square, Ft. Myers Beach
(239) 454-7500

July 4
Independence Day Festival
Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers
http://www.centennialpark.com/events/fjuly.html

July 4
Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Causeway, Sanibel Island
(239) 472-1080

July 4 and 5
Red, White and BOOM

Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral
(239) 549-6900
http://www.capecoralchamber.com/chamber/events.asp


Need a place to stay in Ft. Myers this summer?
Enjoy more time at the beach or at the golf course. Check out travel specials and photos and listings for vacation home and condo rentals in Fort Myers, Florida at Sunshinerental.com.

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New Fort Myers Vacation Home Rental Listing

A vacation home rental is available in Palm Tree Escape. Reserve this south Fort Myers, Florida property for your spring or summer vacation starting at $495 per week. View details and a photo gallery of this new rental listing at http://www.sunshinerental.com/palm-tree-escape.html

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Upcoming Events – Reasons to Visit Fort Myers

Planning a vacation in Ft. Myers, Florida? Here are other reasons to visit Fort Myers in March and April according to the Chamber of Commerce.

March 2009

Annual Lee County Reading Festival
The Harborside Event Center & Centennial Park
http://www.lee-county.com/library/ReadingFestivalHome.htm

Fort Myers Springs Boat Show
Lee Civic Center, North Fort Myers, Florida
http://www.fortmyersboatshow.com

71st Annual Sanibel Shell Fair and Show
The Sanibel Community Association and
The Sanibel – Captiva Shell Club
2173 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, Florida, 33957

Greek Fest – Greek Food, Music, Dance and Family Fun
Annuciation Greek Orthodox Church
8210 Cypress Lake Dr. Fort Myers, Florida
(239) 481- 2099

Annual All- Florida Championship Rodeo
Arcadia (124 Heard Street, right off of US Highway 17).
http://www.arcadiarodeo.com

Fort Myers Shrimp Festival
Fort Myers Beach
(Lynn Hall Park, Estero Island, Fort Myers Beach, FL)
(239) 454-7500
http://www.fl-seafood.com/consumers/festivals/ftmyers_festival.htm

Annual Lehigh Spring Festival
Veterans Park, Lehigh
(55 South Homestead Road, Lehigh Acres, FL, 33936)
(239) 229-9318
http://www.lehighspringfestival.com/main.html

Bonita Springs Tomato and Seafood Festival
Bonita Recreation Center, Bonita Springs
(239) 334-7007

Cape Coral Sounds of Jazz
Jaycee Park 4125 SE 20th Place Cape Coral, FL
(239) 573-3122
Dates: To be announced

April 2009

Fort Myers River and Blues Festival
Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers
(10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers)
Dates: April 19th, 2009
(239) 229-9825
http://www.riverandbluesfestival.com

Sanibel/ Captiva Taste of the Islands
Sanibel Community Park
(2221 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island)
(239) 472-3644

If you are looking for a Fort Myers vacation home or condo rental at a great price, please check out the listings and photos at sunshinerental.com.

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