January 13th, 2011
The Good Life on the Gulf Coast
The average age may be 65, but the average car is a Jaguar. So if you’re looking to find yourself a sugardaddy or just hang out with your parents, you can still find fun for the younger set in Naples, Florida.
stay
Lay your head in the lap of luxury at the the Ritz-Carlton Naples Beach Resort. Spend your day on a chaise lounge on the three miles of white sand beach that borders the hotel, and sleep soundly on the plush feather bed between luxurious 400-count Egyptian cotton sheets. From US$250 a night, The Ritz-Carlton Naples Beach Resort, 280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Naples, Florida, 239-598-3300, www.ritzcarlton.com
eat
Named Best New Restaurant by Esquire in 2009, Sea Salt doesn’t disappoint, with dishes made from organic and local produce, including wild caught seafood and antibiotic-free meats whenever possible. We loved the tuna tartare with quail’s egg and ponzu citrus sauce ($15) and devoured the freshly caught Florida Hog Fish ($36). We couldn’t resist adding a side order of addictive white truffle and parmesan fries ($9) to complete our meal. 1186 Third St. South, Naples Florida, 239-643-7258, www.seasaltnaples.com
shop
As one of the wealthiest cities in the U.S., Naples’ luxury shopping is nothing short of fabulous. Find Louis Vuitton alongside Lululemon at the Waterside Shops. But if you’re pinching your pennies you can luck out with labels like Marc Jacobs and Armani at the Sak’s Off Fifth at Miromar Outlets, just a few miles away.
do
Wander along Fifth Avenue and Third Street South in the downtown core to stimulate your senses with galleries that feature local artists and some of the best people watching around (count the number of toy dogs in purses for giggles!). Go on a Thursday night to enjoy live music in the streets.
See photos from our trip to Florida on today's Editors' Diary.
