• Behold the heritage of The Gasparilla Inn & Club. Built in 1913 it’s the most historic wooden hotel in the state and one of the most historic resorts in Florida. The resort is situated in the heart of Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island and occupies 180+ acres of well-manicured grounds with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico and Charlotte Harbor.

• Admire the historic Florida charm of the inn defined by its pale yellow wooden frame, white-pillared entrance, and gabled roofs. Owned by the William Farish family, the inn has played host to many notables throughout its storied history, including Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, Thomas Edison, Katharine Hepburn, the George H.W. Bush family, members of the duPont family, and others.

• Discover the slower pace of Gasparilla Island. No traffic lights—golf carts and bicycles are the way to get around. Explore the peaceful streets lined with palm trees and shops, restaurants, and many other establishments to frequent.