florida south gulf coast and the everglades

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im going back to florida next yr (easter), i have been to clearwater and loved it, i was thinking of going further south, maybe naples area.
any recommendations?
i would love to go to the everglades with the kids, has anyone done this?
just for a day trip maybe. it looks like it s not too far from naples and surrounding areas.

i still haven't booked mine for next Easter. still undecided about the gulf location, anyone like treasure island NR st Pete beach..

Stayed in Fort Myers which is basically the mainland to which Sanibel & Captiva are attached, just north of Naples. It is a lovely area with a couple of nature reserve areas backing the beaches. Rays swim around your legs and dolphins put in an appearance .

The motorway across from there to the other coast is called alligator alley and we did see some from the car. Had a fab day out in the Everglades at Billie Swamp which is owned and run by native americans.