March/April 2010

What's new along The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

New spa opens at ‘Tween Waters Inn

Visitors to ‘Tween Waters Inn on Captiva Island now can enjoy spa treatments with the opening of the Grand of The Spa. Owned by Georgie Pailes, The Spa offers manicures, pedicures, facials, hairstyling and massage therapy. Within The Spa, and overlooking the spectacular view of the property and tennis courts, the fitness center includes 900 square feet of aerobic and strength training equipment and is open to all guests.

“At ‘Tween Waters Inn, we believe that by enhancing The Spa, we’re enhancing the overall guest experience at the resort,” says General Manager Jeff Shuff.

With natural bamboo embossed flooring and vaulted cypress ceilings, the facility at ‘Tween Waters Inn offers 4,000-plus square feet of luxurious amenities. Four specially crafted jetted pedicure stations fill the salon, while nail and hair stations have an air and water solutions bio hygienic ventilation system.

To book an appointment, call 800-223-5865 (X390) or e-mail TheSpa@Tween-Waters.com. Or for more information, visit www.TweenWaters.com.

Reservations now available for annual hospitality event

Florida Gulf Coast University’s Resort & Hospitality Management Program has scheduled its 21st annual Wanderlust travel auction and gourmet dining extravaganza for April 14 at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club.

Reservations for Wanderlust are $250 per person or $3,500 for a corporate-sponsored table of 10. Premium sponsorships, which include center-stage promotional opportunities, also are available. For more information or to make a reservation for Wanderlust 2010, call 239-590-7742 or e-mail kroyal@fgcu.edu.

Company offers new vacation services for German visitors

            German company Lemos Group now offers customized tourism-related services for German visitors at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Lemos Group representatives meet customers at RSW and provide them with car rental assistance. In addition, the company offers customers assistance with vacation rentals, sightseeing tours and cell phone rentals.

            The majority of Lemos Group customers arrive at RSW on Air Berlin flights, while others utilize US Airways and Delta. For more information, call 239-935-5366.

New company offers charters on Cape Coral canals

            Newly formed Cape Coral Canal Charters offers local residents and visitors direct access to the more than 400 miles of canals in Cape Coral.

            Captain Pat McCarn and his wife Nancy provide custom charters of Cape Coral canals aboard the 31-foot Key of Sea. They offer suggested itineraries or allow guests to plan their own trip.

            “It is the perfect way for visitors to see what we all love so much about Cape Coral,” says Nancy McCarn. “It’s also a great relaxation and fun for seasonal or even full-time residents.”

            For more information, call 239-673-8749 or visit www.capecharters.net.

New resort opens on Fort Myers Beach

            Fort Myers Beach visitors have another option in planning their stay with the opening of the newest resort condominium. Harbour House at the Inn is a three-story, mixed-use, 34-unit boutique hotel located on Old San Carlos Boulevard adjacent to the Mantanzas Inn Resort and within walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping.

            “We are very excited for everyone to see Harbour House now that we are open,” said principal Doug Speirn-Smith. “We have put a lot of work into making this resort a unique and enjoyable stay for locals and visitors alike. Harbour House is another step in enhancing the beach’s downtown/Old San Carlos neighborhood.”

            Harbour House offers seven floor plans, including studio, one- and two-bedroom condominiums with panoramic views of Mantanzas Pass and the beach. The resort also features an amenity deck with a pool, hot tub and patio; covered club area/pool cabana with entertainment area and barbeque; community room with kitchen; boat access and dockage at the adjacent Mantanzas Inn Resort; and covered parking.

            For more information, call 239-463-0700 or visit www.harbourhouseattheinn.com.

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