Moon Sarasota & Naples ─ Including Sanibel Island & the Everglades

Travel writer Jason Ferguson gives an inside look at Sarasota, Naples, Sanibel Island, and the Everglades, from the calming waters of Sarasota Bay to the teeming wildlife of the Everglades. Ferguson offers his expert advice on how to make the most out of a trip to the southern parts of Florida's Gulf Coast, providing one-of-a-kind trip strategies such as "Art & Architecture" and "Swamps & Solitude" for travelers of all interests and budgets. With tips on the surprising boardwalk at Clam Pass Beach, birdwatching in the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island, and kayaking through the Glades,Moon Sarasota & Naples gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Florida native Jason Ferguson has yet to find a corner of his home state that doesn't hold some sort of surprise. With a background in alternative journalism and arts and culture reporting, Jason enjoys finding surprises and unusual sights in some of Florida's most well-traveled destinations. As a father, he certainly enjoys the pleasures of the beaches and outdoor opportunities, but also likes to dig deep into the nightlife, arts, and cultural scenes.

Jason has written for publications ranging from Time Out, Travel + Leisure, andCaribbean Travel & Life to Florida newspapers such as the Orlando Weekly andMiami New Times. He enjoys sniffing out the beauty of Florida's natural history as well as the oddness of its quirky present. He, his wife, and their kids utilize their home in Central Florida as a launching pad for weekend adventures that take them to points of interest throughout the state. Although their favorite spots change from week to week, there's a general consensus that the white-sand beaches of southwest Florida aren't just the best in the state, but are possibly some of the best in the world.