Southwest Florida
Work and Live in Paradise
Southwest Florida is the postcard that Floridians want to send to the world. The stretch along the state’s Gulf coast, known as the Paradise Coast, makes that abundantly clear. Popular cities like Naples and Port Charlotte provide stellar places to live with a quality of life that makes retirees regret not coming sooner.
The region includes Charlotte County, Collier County, Glades County, Hendry County and Lee County, making it a small but attractive corner of the state. Big commercial and transportation brands like Chico’s and Hertz call the region home, so you’ll be in good company if you decide to follow suit.



- Paradise
- Art and Culture
- Nature

Southwest Florida Reinvigorates You
You’re getting nature. You’re getting beaches. You’re getting luxury. You’re getting it all! Cities in southwest Florida have been attracting wise retirees to the Gulf Coast for years, but they’re not the only ones benefiting from the glamour.
The region will give you a fresh start with its warm, tropical climate and dazzling coastal living that will leave you wondering why so many people wait to move here. And just in case you ever want to step away from paradise – which you never will – the Southwest Florida International Airport is nearby.

Creativity is PlentiFL in Southwest Florida
Towns like Fort Myers, Naples and Sanibel Island are just some of the familiar names that draw culture lovers here. There’s simply no end of things to do in Southwestern Florida. It’s chock-full of artists who have settled down in the most idyllic of environments to do what they love most: make art. Annual events like Art Fest Naples and the Bonita Springs National Art Festival bring locals together to celebrate all forms, while the Naples Theater brings Broadway-caliber stage shows to the region.

Immerse in Florida’s Nature
Explore the natural wonders of Big Cypress National Preserve in Collier County, or take some time to appreciate the smaller plants at one of the many botanical gardens and enjoy the warmth and sun that radiates across the southwest coast of Florida. Visit manatees at the Lee County Manatee Park or take an eco-tour to find some alligators.
The adventures at a local state park or exploration in the Everglades National Park are seemingly endless as you discover one of the nation’s most diverse and exciting regions in your backyard. With plenty of nature preserves to explore mixed with the coastal living as the Gulf breeze beckons, Southwest Florida really makes you feel like you’ve got it all.
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