Marco Island Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Restaurants, Shopping and Things to Do
Marco Island, Florida can boast of three and half miles of white, sandy beaches stretching along the Gulf of Mexico that are the perfect place to spend the day or enjoy breathtaking Marco Island sunsets. A world class resort area, Marco Island offers a residents and visitors alike a laid back Florida tropical lifestyle only Southwest Florida’s most southern island can provide.
Named by Spanish explores who first called the island La Isle de San Marco and over time shortened to Marco Island, the area was first developed for tourism in the 1920’s. Since the first northerners realized Marco Island was the perfect place to spend a cold northern winter, Marco Island has developed into a world class tropical resort area.
Located on Florida's Southwest Coast and the largest of Florida’s 10,000 islands, Marco Island’s 24 square miles are perfect for a swim in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, enjoying the Florida Sunshine, taking par
t in deep sea fishing, renting a boat, parasailing, golfing, exploring the Florida Everglades or just taking a quiet stroll along the sea shore, Marco Island has it all. Marco Island may also be that perfect place for your beach wedding. Check out our Things To Do page for a list of the most popular activities in the Marco Island area.
Outdoor activities are just part of the Marco Island experience. If you are looking for a world class luxury resort, vacation rental condo or an affordable beachfront hotel, Marco Island has something for every requirement and price range. Check out the best rates on the internet for Marco Island hotels, resorts and rentals on the Where To Stay Page. We have listed the most popular hotels and vacation rentals along with The Best Rates on Marco Island Accommodations.
You are going to need food and drink. Marco Island has it all. Four Star restaurants, beer and a burger joints and family friendly dinners. How about a tropical delight at a local beach bar or maybe some cocktails and dancing the night away? Marco Island area is your place to be. Our Food and Drink Page list the area’s most popular places to dine and relax with ratings from Google.
No vacation is complete without at least one day of shopping. To help you make your shopping day as enjoyable as possible we have listed the area’s most popular malls, shops and stores.
Marco Island Vacation Beach Visitors Guide was created to make your Marco Island Vacation the best it can be at the best prices available from the world’s largest and most trusted travel companies. We have provided you with an interactive map and the day’s weather conditions.
Be sure to visit our Maps and Weather Page to get the lay of the land and local forecast and don't forget the sunscreen!. Click Here for the best rates on Marco Island Hotels!
Marco Island Events
Marco Island Farmers' Market celebrates grand opening
The Marco Island Farmers’ Market Grand Opening Day Nov. 2, in Veterans Community Park, turned out to be just as grand as Debbie McCabe, Special Events Coordinator envisioned the day would unfold.
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Marco Island Masters Art Festival will be held March 31 and April 1 in Veterans Park on Marco Island. This festival is held in partnership with Marco Island Foundation for the Arts.
Marco Island Farmers’ Market
7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. through April 25
Veterans Community Park, 901 Park Ave. Marco Island
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Marco Island News
Marco Island, Fla., ideal for male-bonding getaway
Marco Island, Fla., doesn’t jump out at you as a top destination for a weekend jaunt. It doesn’t have the energy of the Fort Lauderdale strip nor the sexy bodies of Miami Beach. The days start bright and early in this Southwest Florida destination with a population that heads to bed shortly after dusk.
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Beach committee hopes beach stewardship patrols improve Marco Island beach etiquette
The beach is a treasure just waiting to be explored, agreed members of Marco Island’s Beach Advisory Committee. But within that Pandora’s Box are hazards, especially to wildlife.
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Roundabout medians top issues for Marco Island's beautification committee
Cul-de-sac medians remain a high priority for Marco Island’s Beautification Advisory Committee. On Wednesday, the committee presented Tim Pinter, public works director, with its list of the least impressive and most dangerous cul-de-sac medians on the island.
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Naples-Marco Island area among America's booziest cities
Too much free time, money to burn and sunny weather are some of the theories being thrown around about why residents in the Naples-Marco Island area are tied for second in the nation in terms of the percentage of heavy drinkers.
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Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort Expands Golf Amenities & Acquires 18-Hole Hammock Bay Golf Course
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort is excited to announce an expansion of its golf amenities with the addition of the 18-hole Hammock Bay Golf Course.
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Upscale Holiday Inn brand introduced on Marco Island
Holiday Inn joins the Marriott and Hilton on Marco Island, adding a third international brand to local resorts. Sunset Cove, a seven story resort located at 571 W. Elkcam Circle, was officially renamed Holiday Inn Club Vacations Sunset Cove Resort on Oct. 17, as announced by its new owner. The 36-unit condominium timeshare was sold to OLCC Florida LLC in August.
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