The Paradise Coast of Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades is located at the Southwestern tip of Florida's Gulf Coast. The area is easily accessible by highway or air, yet once you arrive, there is a distinct sense of being 'away from it all' in what is truly Florida's Last Paradise. Once you arrive, you won't want to leave!
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Tourism works for Collier County.
Tourism is important business for Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades. As the leading employer and the primary economic engine for the region, the tourism industry is responsible for over 25 thousand jobs in Collier County. Over 1.3 million visitors in 2003 spent over $593 million dollars, resulting in a total economic impact of over $885 million.
Residents benefit from the tourism industry through enhanced amenities in the community and through tax savings. An estimated tax savings of $518 per resident is estimated thanks to the expenditures of visitors. Visitors leave over $8.6 million in tourist development taxes in our region and they provide $60 million in sales tax revenue.
Drive
Main access to the area is via I-75, known as Alligator Alley. From I-75, four exits offer drivers entry into the area. Exit 101 to SR 84 leads visitors to downtown Naples. This is the best exit for visiting Fifth Avenue South, Third Street South, the Naples Pier and the many shops, galleries and restaurants in Old Naples. Exit 101 is also the exit for Marco Island - just follow Collier Boulevard (SR 951) west to the island. Exit 105 provides east and west access via Golden Gate Parkway. Exit 107 (Pine Ridge Road) leads you directly to U.S. 41 and the heart of Naples. This is the best exit to reach Clam Pass, Delnor-Wiggins and Vanderbilt beach parks, as well as the area's leading beach and golf resorts. Exit 111 (Immokalee Road) leads to North Naples to the west and the National Audubon Society's renowned Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, just 15 miles east.
Naples, Marco Island, Everglades City and Immokalee can also be reached from Miami via U.S. Highway 41, also known as the Tamiami Trail. This road, designated as a National Scenic Byway and Florida Scenic Highway, celebrated its 78th anniversary in 2007. This two-hour drive takes you through the Everglades and Big Cypress National Preserve. There are numerous scenic stops along the way. Drivers passing at sunrise and sunset are often rewarded with stunningly beautiful imagery. Anytime of the day you may also spot many species of birds and wildlife.
Fly
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), the region's largest airport, is just 40 minutes to the north in Fort Myers via I-75. Most major domestic airlines serve the airport along with LTU from Germany. The airport has a newly expanded terminal with plans for more flight expansion. Southwest Airlines now provides regular daily service including numerous daily non-stop flights. Southwest Florida International Airport www.flylcpa.com
The Naples Municipal Airport is served by Delta Connection with several regional jet flights daily to and from Delta's Atlanta hub via Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Yellow Air Taxi provides direct air service to Key West year round with three daily flights. The airport is a major private jet facility. Check for more information on charter and commuter flights. Naples Municipal Airport www.flynaples.com
The Collier County Airport Authority operates three airports in the region:
Marco Executive Airport, which can accommodate jet traffic; Immokalee Regional Airport and Everglades Airpark in Everglades City. For more information:
Marco Executive Airport: 239-394-3355
Everglades Airpark: 239-695-2778
Immokalee Regional Airport: 239-657-9003
Naples Air, Inc. is an FAA authorized air charter company approved to fly to 48 states, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean. Naples Air provides charter services covering a wide range of needs, and serves customers at Naples Municipal Airport, Marco Island, Southwest Florida International Airport and Page Field in Ft. Myers. They also offer bi-plane rides out of Naples Municipal Airport.
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The Paradise Coast of Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades is located at the Southwestern tip of Florida's Gulf Coast. The area is easily accessible by highway or air, yet once you arrive, there is a distinct sense of being 'away from it all' in what is truly Florida's Last Paradise. Once you arrive, you won't want to leave!
Tourism is important business for Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades. As the leading employer and the primary economic engine for the region, the tourism industry is responsible for over 25 thousand jobs in Collier County. Over 1.3 million visitors in 2003 spent over $593 million dollars, resulting in a total economic impact of over $885 million. 
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