Jan 27, 2005

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACTS: Nancy Hamilton, Lee Rose, Jessica Doyle (239) 338-3500

The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel Web site voted
Best in Florida
 
          LEE COUNTY, FL  Readers of Florida Monthly magazine recently voted The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau (VCB) as having the best Web site in Florida.  This classification was amongst 100 categories, and from over 600,000 voters statewide who made their selections. This is the ninth year the publication has conducted the poll and part of the honor includes being featured in the magazine for the entire year.
            The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel Web site offers a fresh and fun approach to destination information.  At www.FortMyersSanibel.com consumers are instantly accessing details about accommodations, attractions, travel reservations and more about the area.  The Web site has shown to be the leading resource for the tourism industry, helping visitors plan every aspect of their trip, including information on discount opportunities.
            The Web site is also a useful tool for media, travel agents and meeting planners.  Acting as a support service for the travel trade industry, information specifically targeted for a professional is readily available.  In addition to these features, The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel Web site will be adding a Live Chat, and in turn, answering your questions on the destination in real time.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has recognized www.FortMyersSanibel.com as an award-winning Web site, honoring it with its prestigious Adrian Advertising Silver Award chosen by experts from all sectors of the travel industry.
            For more information, log on to www.FortMyersSanibel.com.

EDITOR'S NOTE: The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel (formerly the Lee Island Coast) include: Sanibel & Captiva islands, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs & Estero, Cape Coral, Pine Island, Boca Grande & Outer islands, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres.

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