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offer quaint and friendly B&B inns and hideaways. The local cuisine is another reason to visit – seafood is plentiful in the area with many restaurants offering the day’s catch fresh off a nearby dock.
Indian River County Vero Beach, Sebastian, Fellsmere, Indian River Shores, Orchid and Wabasso make up Indian River County. Its diverse hideaways offer outdoor leisure and indoor luxury…to suit every budget, and taste; a chance to make your well- deserved vacation memorable! Enjoy fishing, golfing, tennis,
kayaking the Indian River Lagoon, hiking the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge Centennial Trail and 26 miles of scenic beachfront. For your indoor cultural pleasure Indian River County has many offerings. The state-of-the-art Riverside Theatre, nationally accredited Vero Beach Museum of Art, galleries galore, and a Citrus Museum that depicts an industry that made the county known worldwide. The County is experiencing a marvellous renaissance with the advent of new hotels. Some of the latest openings include the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, Costa d’Este, owned by Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and the SpringHill Suites by Marriott. We are proud of our immaculate
beaches, superb fishing and water sports, and our quaint, small- town ambience. Couple that with world-class dining, shopping, an abundance of natural and cultural resources and you’ve discovered a bit of paradise. Visit
www.indianriverchamber.com or call 001 772 567 3491 ext. 118.
St. Lucie – Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie & Hutchinson Island Located on the east coast of Florida just between Orlando and Miami, St. Lucie remains an undiscovered and uncrowded destination. Visit historic Fort Pierce, a city that retains its small town vibe with a fishing village look and a quaint, waterfront downtown. Or stay in Port St. Lucie, a young and vibrant community that is a mecca for golfers or families and couples who love a friendly atmosphere. Or take refuge on Hutchinson Island where natural, undeveloped beaches and turquoise waters await you. St. Lucie is Florida’s relaxed, laid-back destination, where palm trees rustle in gentle breezes, and sun-painted shores stay blissfully uncrowded. Take a wildlife boat
Martin County – Stuart, Jensen Beach & Hutchinson Island Stuart is located on the eastern point of the Okeechobee Waterway, a 54-mile long waterway and Florida’s only cross-state canal, extending from the Atlantic Ocean in Stuart to the Gulf of Mexico in Ft. Myers. Another golden nugget: Stuart was named America’s Most Beautiful City in 2008 by America In Bloom. Stuart was originally called Potsdam in the early 1890s, after a local landowner from Potsdam, Germany. Stuart & Jensen Beach are
historic towns with quaint sidewalk cafes, restaurants, art galleries, charming and brand name stores; ‘Old Florida’ towns where rodeos and orange groves, as well as cowboys still exist; and an old fishing village
“Take the time to explore the Treasure Coast, you’re sure to find the perfect gem”
ride down countless waterways or stroll past many splendid shops, galleries and boutiques. Take a swing at famed golf courses at PGA Village, cast away your troubles fishing and explore so much more. St. Lucie offers visitors an
affordable and relaxing vacation away from it all. Accommodation options include quaint bed and breakfasts, vacation home rentals, oceanfront condos, recreational vehicle parks, an all-inclusive resort or large chain hotels with the usual amenities. Call 001 772 462 1539 or visit
www.visitstluciefla.com
where fishermen still bring their catch to market each day and where world-class sport fishing tournaments are hosted yearly. On Hutchinson Island, in addition to pristine and uncrowded beaches, you will find the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, a research and educational centre showcasing marine displays, hands-on exhibits, and walking trails. The Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge Museum, built in 1875 is the oldest structure in Martin County. For more information call 001 772 288 5451 or visit
www.DiscoverMartin.com
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