Gina carries the rare title of "Native Floridian". Living in Southwest Florida for more than 20 years, she is a well known, award winning radio and TV personality. She also writes for a number of regional publications and is the former publisher of a restaurant guide.
A self-proclaimed Oenophile, she travels to wine regions all over the world. She also co-hosts a wine themed podcast on NPR1 called Grape Minds. Having a passion for travel in general she also loves exploring beaches, new cities and new restaurants.
You can find more of her musings in her blog "The Birch Beat" (www.thebirchbeat.blogspot.com)
Gina knows a lot about:
Gina says, "Don't leave Fort Myers without getting a Maple Bacon Donut and a cup of fresh ground coffee at Bennett's Fresh Roast."
The Fort Myers area is bursting with things to see and do, offering up unmatched natural beauty, sporting events, historical sites and cultural opportunities. No matter what your interests, you will find options...
When you're in the mood for ambience as much as food, satisfying restaurants can be hard to come by. After all, you want the whole package. Fort Myers and its surrounding islands deliver in spades. The area...
Does the term ‘family vacation’ produce feelings of excitement or anxiety, or perhaps something in between? The logistics of these getaways can require a bit of effort, from where to stay and eat, to what to do....
The Fort Myers area is full of famous attractions and many of them are very affordable. But forking over a few dollars here and there eventually adds up. Don’t worry, there are plenty of things to do that won't...
The Fort Myers area is surrounded by water, wildlife and warmth, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The only question is, where to start? The beach may feel like an obvious choice and for most visitors, it...
Outdoor dining is more popular now than ever, and the tropical climate of Southwest Florida makes it possible year round. Even in the dead of winter, the landscape is lush and the white on the ground is sand,...
