Top Reasons to Visit Fort Myers for the Holidays
If you dream of skipping the snow and spending the holidays at the beach, Fort Myers is the perfect destination. At Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina, we’ve got the holidays perfectly planned. With sunshine and warm weather year-round, local holidays festivities, and daily resort activities, you have everything you need to make unforgettable holiday memories. Check out these reasons to visit Fort Myers for the Holidays.
Trade Snow for Swimming
Water temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico are swimmable year-round. Even in the winter, water temperatures are warm enough for a pleasant dip in the sea. The calm waters make the Fort Myers beaches the ideal place to soak, float, and sunbathe. 
Dream of a Pink Christmas
At Pink Shell Beach Resort, we are always dreaming of a Pink Christmas, and we have a variety of activities and festivities to celebrate the season. We make the holidays effortless so you can focus on spending time with friends and family. Our PInk Christmas festivities include themed movie nights, savory buffets, gingerbread house contests, and so much more. Plus, our spacious villas are perfect for getting together with family and friends. Check out the festivities happening at Pink Shell for the holidays.
Explore Holiday Festivities in Fort Myers
The town of Fort Myers knows how to celebrate the holiday season! With holiday lights, festivals, and parades, there is so much to do. Make sure to check out one of these local attractions and festivities.
Edison & Ford Winter Estates Holiday Tours and Holiday Lights Celebration: Beginning on November 26, 2021
Take a holiday stroll through the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. Once owned by Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, these beautiful 20-acre grounds include two historic homes, gardens, and a museum. During the holiday season, visitors enjoy a dazzling display of Christmas lights and holiday decorations.
Fort Myers Festival of Trees: December 2-5, 2021
Dont miss Southwest Florida's Favorite Holiday Celebration, the Fort Myers Festival of Trees. Check out this annual event for the chance to see dozens of decorated trees at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center in downtown Fort Myers. Entry is free but donations are accepted to support the Southwest Florida Goodwill Foundation.
Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade: December 4
The annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade is a Southwest Florida tradition. Be amazed as beautifully lit boats sail along Matanzas Pass and into the first two canals of Siesta Isles. Pick a spot to watch and enjoy an unforgettable evening. 
Book Your Stay at Our Family Resort
See for yourself why Pink Shell Resort is one of the best paces to spend the holidays. Or discover more things to do—including seasonal activities and dining specials—by viewing our calendar of events. What are you waiting for? We’ll see you on the beach this holiday season.
We stayed at Pink Shell and had an incredible time! The resort was loaded full with activities and amenities. You have the option of paddle boarding and kayaking the ocean for free. I was shocked to find out that the resort staff actually cleans and replaces linens every day unlike many resorts! Breakfast is included and it is DELICIOUS. The omelets are amazing. One thing you don’t want to miss is hanging out with Ranger Rob. He is the coolest guy! He took us on a 2 hour kayak tour and we saw several manatees and dolphins up close! The manatees swam right under our kayak! He also has games poolside and activities on the beach. You can ask him ANYTHING about nature and wildlife and he will know the answer! 10/10 recommend staying at pink shell!
We had a wonderful first family vacation with our almost two year old daughter! She had a great time and loved the pool and activities! Ranger Rob was wonderful and very knowledgeable! He was full of interesting information and very personable to talk to!
Overall, friendly staff and good amenities. We got there at 11 even though check in's at 4, and they were able to get a room early. All staff were super friendly and welcoming. There were multiple pools and enough chairs out by the beach for everyone. Rooms were very clean and came with a huge TV, a nice little balcony, a kitchen with all the utensils and cooking supplies you might need. Complimentary breakfast was also tasty and fully equipped. Can definitely see myself coming back if I need a weekend getaway in the future!
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Great place for a family getaway. Pools were clean and very good for kids, beach was well maintained and had plenty of room. Free kayaks and paddleboard rentals included. Breakfast was also included and was buffet style which we took advantage of every day. 15 min drive to Sanibel was also a plus for us.
This was my 5th time at the Pink Shell so you might say I absolutely love it! Staff is amazing, food is great and there are always activities for kids and us kids at heart. I also highly recommend the kayak tour with Ranger Rob! He’s extremely knowledgeable about wildlife and we had a blast! It was our first time kayaking and he was super helpful and patient with us. We were lucky enough to see dolphins extremely close to our kayak. What an amazing experience I will never forget!
The Pink Shell is a great place for a family vacation. They are on a beautiful spot on the beach, a short walk from Bowditch Point Park and close to Times Square,, with everything you need for a great trip. We stayed in one of the one bedroom villas and it was fantastic to have a full kitchen and laundry machine right in our room. The staff were friendly and helpful too. We'd totally go back.
