Bonita Springs, Lee County, Florida the 2005 U.S Census estimates the city had a population of 37,992. Lee County's median age is 42.8 years of age. Small town charm, Bonita Springs (or "beautiful springs" as translated) is one of Southwest Florida best planned growth communities; everywhere you look new homes and new business are moving into this little piece of paradise.

Collier County, is the county Naples is located in, and is the seventh fastest growing metropolitan area in the nation according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Collier County's median age is 43.2 years, while the United States median age is 36.6 years. Even though Collier County is an attractive retirement destination, nearly 76% of its total population is actually younger than 65.

Golf and boating enthusiasts have an opportunity to purchase the vacation home of their dreams just a chip shot away from the green or stone's throw from the marina. In addition to an ideal home setting, golf and waterfront community residents enjoy an active and diversified lifestyle experience complete with first-class golf courses, marinas, beaches, spas, clubhouses, recreation areas, fine dining and countless other amenities. Over 90 private, semi-private and public golf courses are located in Collier County and 40 in Bonita Springs. The abundance of marinas throughout Southwest Florida can take care of everything. Many are full-featured facilities with all of the modern conveniences to make your adventures easy and fulfilled. Amenities such as pump-out stations, power and water at each slip, internet connections, cable TV, pool, laundry facilities, showers, tackle shops and of course the convenience of boat rental is also available.

Convenient for the traveler, Southwest Florida International Airport is located 10 miles from Bonita Springs. Airlines serving Southwest Florida include Continental & Express Jet, Delta & Delta Connection, Northwest Airlines, American Airlines & American Eagle, Southwest Airlines, US Air, JetBlue, AirTran, Spirit, Air Canada, Air Berlin, USA 3000, WestJet, Sun Country & Sunwing.

After you arrive, consider visiting our pristine parks & beaches in Bonita Springs and Naples.

Barefoot Beach Preserve Park is 342 acres of natural land and one of the last undeveloped barrier islands on Florida's southwest coast. It is located on the border of Lee & Collier Counties and accessible by Bonita Beach Road.

Bonita Beach Park - a 2.5-acre beachfront park that features a boardwalk and swimming area. Coastal vegetation and sand dunes surround a gazebo and 8 picnic shelters. One of the most popular seashore destinations in Naples, this park's mile-long stretch of white sugar sand has been rated as one of the best beaches in the nation. The beach is popular for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, snorkeling, and picnicking & fishing at the beach along Wiggins Pass. For saltwater or freshwater fishing, boaters can launch their vessels into Water Turkey Bay and travel to the Gulf or up the Cocohatchee River. Kayakers can enjoy paddling through estuaries; scuba divers can explore the hard bottom reef in the Gulf. At the north end of the island, a tower gives visitors a bird's-eye view of Wiggins Pass and the surrounding coastal habitat.

So many lovely places to discover. What do you want to do?

Shopping, dining and entertainment abound in Bonita Springs including...

Coconut Point Shopping District - people gather to shop, dine, work, enjoy musical entertainment or see a movie in a Main Street-style shopping environment.

Miromar Outlet a shopping haven for our international visitors, this beautiful outdoor setting is home to many designers outlets. Open seven days a week and offering entertainment and dining.

North Naples is home to the Waterside Shops, a collection of the luxury brand retailers from around the world and elegant dining options creating a memorable shopping experience. Enjoy Florida's outdoors browsing at 60 internationally renowned designer and specialty stores including Saks Fifth Avenue, Cartier, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Brooks Brothers, surrounded by cascading waterfalls, lush flowering plants.

The historic district Downtown Naples offers the unique boutique-style shopping next to international and contemporary restaurants on both Third Street South and Naples Fifth Avenue South districts. And the Sugden Community Theatre is home to the The Naples Players is a community theatre company located on 5th Avenue South.

And speaking of entertainment

Don't miss lots of great live performance and Broadway shows presented at Naples' Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Fort Myers' Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall not to mention the sports and entertainment venue, Germain Arena located in Estero.

And when it comes to art and getting involved, consider the Art League of Bonita Springs - many art exhibitions, experiences and programs are available to the public.  The Art League is a private not-for-profit with an exceptional focus on education and cultural adventures.