This was such an awesome video! And I know what this heat is like as I’m experiencing this along with you all 😂 can’t wait to plan a weekend down there and try out all the things you showed!
Thank you. The heat/humidity really is no joke. We sometimes loathe filming outside this time of year when it's not on or around the water. But we'd still take Florida summers over midwest winters any day!
Thank you! These videos get a little more challenging to make when you're dealing with 100 degree heat index (and overheating electronics), but we still had a good time making it!
We love Fort Myers and have done a lot there over the years. Thanks for taking the time to film this and do the great editing you always do. You guys are awesome!😄
@@PrimeTimeTravelers dang we should have reached out to them I guess. We were planning on going but checked their website last minute and saw that you had to complete a form and pay a fee to film there, but wishing we would have reached out to them now! Maybe we'll vlog it some other day!
30 min of Explorcation...woo hoo! Excellent video guys! We've been to the beach but have never been downtown....looks like there are quite a few cool places to check out. Again, great video. You really have come a long way....can't wait for the next one! 🙂
Thanks Ramune! We were impressed with all the old buildings, architecture, and cobblestone streets in the downtown area. It really was a fun downtown to explore, and not too big. We're definitely learning a lot and trying to make each video a little better than the last. We've still got a long ways to go, but glad to hear you can see the improvement!
My daughter and I just got back this morning from a long weekend in Fort Myers. It was our first time there. We stayed at the Luminary. The area was very lively. We explored the downtown and just relaxed at our hotel pool and rooftop bar. My daughter works for United Airlines so we take a lot of trips whenever we have a chance. Thanks for your video. I saw some familiar sights😀
Afternoon tea looks divine! I'm heading to Ft. Myers in a few days. I can not wait to check out the Cypress Slough Preserve - that's right up my alley!
The tea really was a very nice experience, and the Preserve was great, even though we did go on one of the hottest days of the year. This time of year it should be perfect!
Thanks for this great video. I visit Fort Myers once a year. I was there in early April 2024. I recognized many of the places in your video. I always enjoy the Edison-Ford Winter Estates.
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment, Anthony. We're glad you saw some recognizable spots in the video. We'll be really excited to visit the Edison-Ford Winter Estates someday!
Wow you guys found some delicious spots this time. I especially like that strawberry latte. Looks amazing. We tried afternoon tea for the first time in Bath, England and absolutely loved it. We definitely don't get to have afternoon tea enough.
Yes that strawberry latte was great! That's awesome that you got the chance to do afternoon tea in England. Hopefully next time we have it, that's where it will be!
Great video! I especially liked the nature preserve and would like to visit that some day. If you enjoy going to the theatre you need to check out the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre! Fantastic shows and the food is wonderful!
The nature preserve probably would have been my (Skylar's) favorite park if it wasn't soooo hot! We definitely recommend visiting. It's a beautiful preserve.... just try not to go when it's 100+ heat index! 😂 Also thanks for the info on the dinner theater. Definitely sounds like something we'd enjoy!
So excited to see a new video from you guys! We come down to the Redington Beach area every year. I would love to see a video on Sciatica since you’ve struggled with it. My husband is dealing with it and it’s just awful.
Thanks so much, Jennifer. We love the Redington area... it's still so laid back compared to some of the more touristy beach towns. Unfortunately my sciatica story is far from over. It's still effecting me every day, but each week does seem to be a little better than the last. I'm now able to walk longer distances, do some yoga, and even some light rock climbing! A video on sciatica is definitely an interesting idea! We have a long list of video ideas in the queue, but we might just have to add that one to it! We really hope your husband's recovery is quicker than mine. I'm going on almost 4 months now, although I've read typical recovery time is in the 4-8 week range.
@@Explorcation thank you! What is it like in the gulf coast in October? We are looking at coming down twice per year and doing October since the water is still warm. Are hurricanes a major concern? Anything fun to do in the fall like live music festivals? We are in Washington state and live music in restaurants are very rare.
@@jenniferfredericks8884 in October it is still quite hot here, and the water is very warm. I (Jamie) typically love Florida in October even though it is hot. Sunsets are often very vibrant that time of year. But hurricanes are a concern. It is a great time to be at the beach as long as there isn't a storm. Any outdoor events not on the beach or in the shade will be quite hot!
Seems like there is a lot of variety there - from the downtown city area to the nature reserves. Not sure how I feel about the snakes though 😐 The afternoon tea seemed so picturesque! Always a fan of historical mansions and estates, and some refreshing craft beers or cocktails.
The snakes were non venomous and in a tank... but yeah, still a little bit scary! We really would have loved to tour those old mansions and we'll definitely be back some day to do so. And yeah, no shortage of beers and cocktails in Fort Myers thankfully, because it was hot!
Good experience to go to school or staying inside with ac running. Pretty bad working in the weather unless you like heat. I was able to jog just about all year round . Dont like to jog in the cold. The cops always stopping me when walking or jogging along us 41 near between lee memorial hospital and circle k in the early 90s. Now i live in virginia with different seasons.
I tuned in to the live stream when The Country Collectors separated and now Explorcation is live it is fun to imagine the differences and similarities if Explorcation separated
No need to worry about that. We are inseparable! But if we were somehow forced apart the channel would be no longer. Neither of us could do this on our own.
We have not, but primarily due to the price tag! We agree though that it would be very interesting to see how they compare. Have you tried the one at the Vinoy? If so, we'd love to hear your experience.
@@Explorcation after watching your video about the vinoy re - opening ...we went there and got info about the afternoon tea...we have not tried it yet (it is pricey) but I think we eventually will....we do know a couple that have tried it and they swear that it is well worth the price!
Thanks for a great review. My gf goes away with her friends every year to their timeshare in St Thomas ( annual girls only trip) so I'm looking into going to Ft Meyers/sanibel when they go
Thanks so much for watching. If you are still deciding what to do in that area of Florida we also have episodes for Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, Captiva and Naples (if you haven't seen them yet)
We were at the Edison House recently then moved on as my experience with downtown in the 80’s and 90’s was nothing to write home about. Big mistake. If not for your videos I would totally miss out on fantastic experiences. But since I passed on this one we will need to head back on over. I mean the food alone makes me want to jump in the car right now.
Honestly I wouldn't say we were super excited about visiting Fort Myers... mostly because the downtown is pretty far from the beaches and we knew it was going to be crazy hot. But we really did have a great time. Any time we can visit three roof top bars in two days, we're happy 😅. We do want to get back and visit the Edison Fort Museum sometime. It sounds like there is so much to see and seems really interesting. What were your thoughts on it?
@@Explorcation We loved it. I've been several times but is was the GFs first visit. They have a self guided tour you can listen to on your phone. The grounds and homes are really enjoyable but the museum is fantastic. Everything we enjoy now was invented in such a short time in history. one of the guides even played a victrola just like my grandparents had in their attic. I used to play old records on it when I was a kid. We spent hours there then went to Anna Maria based on your video. You are the best Florida tour guides.
Thanks for this awesome video. Currently on vacation with my daughter, I took her to the six mile Cypress slough preserve and we both loved it. Afternoon tea is our next thing on our to-do list. Gotta a question, I love the necklace you're wearing in the first part of the video (blue pendent), could you tell me where you bought it ? Thanks 🙏
Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching. Jamie got the necklace at a store on Anna Maria Island, but the company who made it is called Leightworks. You can find them online!
You forgot 10 Twenty Five in dowtown Fort Myers which is one of the best craft bar/restaurants in Fort Myers period. Located in the court yard behind Downtown house of Pizza which is also arguably the best pizza in the Fort Myers area. Seems like you missed a lot
We've definitely thought about it and I think there's a good chance we will, as long as the Fort Myers' travel guide performs decently! Thanks for watching, Christina!
They must have taken care of the mildew as we didn't smell any at all. The image was still a bit on the blurry side, but thankfully we did not get headaches.
Agree we would definitely NOT want to be around a swarm of locusts. But actually we think it's something called an Eastern Lubber Grasshopper (based on the large size and bright colors). We did a little research after seeing it, and apparently they are toxic and not something you want to touch! Thanks for watching.
For someone that grew up on the rural midwest, I would say there is a LOT to do in Fort Myers. But I suppose if you're used to a bigger city, then it could seem like there isn't a lot to do. Everything's relative, after all.
Thank you for putting so much effort into this video. Very well put together and informative!
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to write this kind comment, Jeffrey!
Agreed, very good video, well put together
Love these type videos guys keep them coming
Thanks for the encouraging feedback. We definitely plan to!
how impressive, we have to visit this place and see all the spots from your incredible guide!
such a great job guys 😍
Thanks so much, guys! We hope you do get a chance to visit someday.
This was such an awesome video! And I know what this heat is like as I’m experiencing this along with you all 😂 can’t wait to plan a weekend down there and try out all the things you showed!
Thank you. The heat/humidity really is no joke. We sometimes loathe filming outside this time of year when it's not on or around the water. But we'd still take Florida summers over midwest winters any day!
Yes BELIEVE ME when WINTER hits i wish i had eagle wings and fly to FLORIDA
Great video as usual! After my 5 days in the area in May I want to go back because there’s a lot more I want to see and do!
Yeah, we always find ourselves wishing we had a few more days everywhere we go in Florida. Just too much to see and do!
Thanks so much for sharing another wonderful video like always, keep up with the awesome content 👍🤗
Thank you! These videos get a little more challenging to make when you're dealing with 100 degree heat index (and overheating electronics), but we still had a good time making it!
Nice video! I really enjoy how you’ll combine outdoor adventures with the restaurants…etc.
Thanks. We do our best to mix it up, but during the summer the outdoor stuff is always a bit more of a challenge... unless it's a beach!
@@Explorcation Florida is a different ballgame in the summer. I still hike in the summer at times.
@@Victory1981 it sure is 🥵😆
@@Explorcation Eventhough still hot, it’s best to hike in the hammocks or under a canopy in the summer.
Great video guys
We're glad you liked it, Ultan!
We love Fort Myers and have done a lot there over the years. Thanks for taking the time to film this and do the great editing you always do. You guys are awesome!😄
Thanks guys. It was only our second time in downtown Fort Myers, but both times we've had a blast!
@@Explorcation edison ford estate we vlogged private tour. They had us come down for free.
@@Explorcation we stayed free at Luminary Hotel. Used a voucher for free night. Awesome rooftop bar
@@PrimeTimeTravelers dang we should have reached out to them I guess. We were planning on going but checked their website last minute and saw that you had to complete a form and pay a fee to film there, but wishing we would have reached out to them now! Maybe we'll vlog it some other day!
30 min of Explorcation...woo hoo! Excellent video guys! We've been to the beach but have never been downtown....looks like there are quite a few cool places to check out. Again, great video. You really have come a long way....can't wait for the next one! 🙂
Thanks Ramune! We were impressed with all the old buildings, architecture, and cobblestone streets in the downtown area. It really was a fun downtown to explore, and not too big. We're definitely learning a lot and trying to make each video a little better than the last. We've still got a long ways to go, but glad to hear you can see the improvement!
Wow the food! 😋 can't wait..
Hope you both had a great 4TH OF JULY 🥳🤠😎
We definitely did not go hungry 😅 We did have a really good 4th, and we hope you did as well!
The afternoon tea is my (Natalie) favorite. Loved following around and seeing what’s around town. Thank you for some fun places to check out
It was probably Jamie's favorite too. And while I can't say it was my mine, I did enjoy it much more than I was expecting to!
Excellent guide both, thanks.
Thank you for watching, Rob! We're glad you enjoyed it!
Very cool 🎉
Thank you so much!
My daughter and I just got back this morning from a long weekend in Fort Myers. It was our first time there. We stayed at the Luminary. The area was very lively. We explored the downtown and just relaxed at our hotel pool and rooftop bar. My daughter works for United Airlines so we take a lot of trips whenever we have a chance. Thanks for your video. I saw some familiar sights😀
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time in Fort Myers. That's so awesome that you are able to travel with your daughter so often!
I like the nature areas with the short hikes it reminded me of going on field trips in school like middle school age
We're glad it could bring back some good memories! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
Afternoon tea looks divine! I'm heading to Ft. Myers in a few days. I can not wait to check out the Cypress Slough Preserve - that's right up my alley!
The tea really was a very nice experience, and the Preserve was great, even though we did go on one of the hottest days of the year. This time of year it should be perfect!
Thanks for this great video. I visit Fort Myers once a year. I was there in early April 2024. I recognized many of the places in your video. I always enjoy the Edison-Ford Winter Estates.
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment, Anthony. We're glad you saw some recognizable spots in the video. We'll be really excited to visit the Edison-Ford Winter Estates someday!
Nice to do a vid there and get people going there!
We're doing our best. It's definitely a place worth visiting!
@@Explorcation I like you ..
FYI - the Butterfly House is listed as permanently closed on Google Maps
We're so sorry to hear that, but we appreciate you letting us (and the other viewers of this video) know.
Wow you guys found some delicious spots this time. I especially like that strawberry latte. Looks amazing. We tried afternoon tea for the first time in Bath, England and absolutely loved it. We definitely don't get to have afternoon tea enough.
Yes that strawberry latte was great! That's awesome that you got the chance to do afternoon tea in England. Hopefully next time we have it, that's where it will be!
Never had afternoon tea at a restaurant but it’s on my list to do when we move down there!
It's definitely a unique experience that one that I (Jamie) really enjoyed! We hope you enjoy it too!
Great Video! I might be moving there soon. Looks like a cool place.
Thanks, James! It really is a fun town with a lot going on!
Great video! I especially liked the nature preserve and would like to visit that some day. If you enjoy going to the theatre you need to check out the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre! Fantastic shows and the food is wonderful!
The nature preserve probably would have been my (Skylar's) favorite park if it wasn't soooo hot! We definitely recommend visiting. It's a beautiful preserve.... just try not to go when it's 100+ heat index! 😂 Also thanks for the info on the dinner theater. Definitely sounds like something we'd enjoy!
Nice work finding lynq as a fort myers resident for 27 years definitely a great spot
Thanks, Alexander. It was the prefect spot to end weekend. We loved it!
So excited to see a new video from you guys! We come down to the Redington Beach area every year. I would love to see a video on Sciatica since you’ve struggled with it. My husband is dealing with it and it’s just awful.
Thanks so much, Jennifer. We love the Redington area... it's still so laid back compared to some of the more touristy beach towns. Unfortunately my sciatica story is far from over. It's still effecting me every day, but each week does seem to be a little better than the last. I'm now able to walk longer distances, do some yoga, and even some light rock climbing! A video on sciatica is definitely an interesting idea! We have a long list of video ideas in the queue, but we might just have to add that one to it! We really hope your husband's recovery is quicker than mine. I'm going on almost 4 months now, although I've read typical recovery time is in the 4-8 week range.
@@Explorcation thank you! What is it like in the gulf coast in October? We are looking at coming down twice per year and doing October since the water is still warm. Are hurricanes a major concern? Anything fun to do in the fall like live music festivals? We are in Washington state and live music in restaurants are very rare.
@@jenniferfredericks8884 in October it is still quite hot here, and the water is very warm. I (Jamie) typically love Florida in October even though it is hot. Sunsets are often very vibrant that time of year. But hurricanes are a concern. It is a great time to be at the beach as long as there isn't a storm. Any outdoor events not on the beach or in the shade will be quite hot!
Thanks for the video.
Our pleasure, Glays!
High tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria, British Columbia is unforgettable and definitely worth trying at least once. :)
Sounds pretty unforgettable indeed, Chris. Thanks for sharing!
Seems like there is a lot of variety there - from the downtown city area to the nature reserves. Not sure how I feel about the snakes though 😐 The afternoon tea seemed so picturesque! Always a fan of historical mansions and estates, and some refreshing craft beers or cocktails.
The snakes were non venomous and in a tank... but yeah, still a little bit scary! We really would have loved to tour those old mansions and we'll definitely be back some day to do so. And yeah, no shortage of beers and cocktails in Fort Myers thankfully, because it was hot!
We have been to the Edison and Ford Estates and still trying to find a small Banyan tree to put in a pot!
We really need to get back there to check it out. Everyone we've talked to who's visited seems to have really enjoyed it!
Good experience to go to school or staying inside with ac running. Pretty bad working in the weather unless you like heat. I was able to jog just about all year round . Dont like to jog in the cold. The cops always stopping me when walking or jogging along us 41 near between lee memorial hospital and circle k in the early 90s. Now i live in virginia with different seasons.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We hope you are enjoying living in Virginia!
I tuned in to the live stream when The Country Collectors separated and now Explorcation is live it is fun to imagine the differences and similarities if Explorcation separated
No need to worry about that. We are inseparable! But if we were somehow forced apart the channel would be no longer. Neither of us could do this on our own.
hey guys ....have you tried afternoon tea at the vinoy?....and if so how do you think it compares to the wisteria tea room.....another great video!
We have not, but primarily due to the price tag! We agree though that it would be very interesting to see how they compare. Have you tried the one at the Vinoy? If so, we'd love to hear your experience.
@@Explorcation after watching your video about the vinoy re - opening ...we went there and got info about the afternoon tea...we have not tried it yet (it is pricey) but I think we eventually will....we do know a couple that have tried it and they swear that it is well worth the price!
@@gustofpv4470 if you do end up making to their afternoon tea let us know what you think...we just might have to do it sometime.
@@Explorcation you can count on it!
I've been thinking of vacationing in florida. I've been watching swfl eagles and wanted to try to see them protchette real estate north fort meyers😅
We really hope that you do get a chance to vacation in Florida sometime soon. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for a great review. My gf goes away with her friends every year to their timeshare in St Thomas ( annual girls only trip) so I'm looking into going to Ft Meyers/sanibel when they go
Thanks so much for watching. If you are still deciding what to do in that area of Florida we also have episodes for Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, Captiva and Naples (if you haven't seen them yet)
We were at the Edison House recently then moved on as my experience with downtown in the 80’s and 90’s was nothing to write home about. Big mistake. If not for your videos I would totally miss out on fantastic experiences. But since I passed on this one we will need to head back on over. I mean the food alone makes me want to jump in the car right now.
Honestly I wouldn't say we were super excited about visiting Fort Myers... mostly because the downtown is pretty far from the beaches and we knew it was going to be crazy hot. But we really did have a great time. Any time we can visit three roof top bars in two days, we're happy 😅. We do want to get back and visit the Edison Fort Museum sometime. It sounds like there is so much to see and seems really interesting. What were your thoughts on it?
@@Explorcation We loved it. I've been several times but is was the GFs first visit. They have a self guided tour you can listen to on your phone. The grounds and homes are really enjoyable but the museum is fantastic. Everything we enjoy now was invented in such a short time in history. one of the guides even played a victrola just like my grandparents had in their attic. I used to play old records on it when I was a kid. We spent hours there then went to Anna Maria based on your video. You are the best Florida tour guides.
@@BobCarlson so happy to hear this great review of the museum. We are definitely going to check it out one of these days!
Thanks for this awesome video. Currently on vacation with my daughter, I took her to the six mile Cypress slough preserve and we both loved it. Afternoon tea is our next thing on our to-do list.
Gotta a question, I love the necklace you're wearing in the first part of the video (blue pendent), could you tell me where you bought it ? Thanks 🙏
Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching. Jamie got the necklace at a store on Anna Maria Island, but the company who made it is called Leightworks. You can find them online!
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You forgot 10 Twenty Five in dowtown Fort Myers which is one of the best craft bar/restaurants in Fort Myers period. Located in the court yard behind Downtown house of Pizza which is also arguably the best pizza in the Fort Myers area. Seems like you missed a lot
Can only eat so much in two days, but thanks for the recommendations!
What about a visit to Cape Coral? Thats my town!! Also, Matlacha and Pine Island!!
We've definitely thought about it and I think there's a good chance we will, as long as the Fort Myers' travel guide performs decently! Thanks for watching, Christina!
Butterfly Estates abruptly closed not to long ago. Sad, I never made it.
Ahhh man what a bummer. Thanks for sharing the news.
I went to that planetarium a couple years ago, it wreaked of mildew and the image was so blurry it gave me a headache
They must have taken care of the mildew as we didn't smell any at all. The image was still a bit on the blurry side, but thankfully we did not get headaches.
That was a locus
You wouldn’t think it was so cool if he had a couple thousand of his friends with him lol
Agree we would definitely NOT want to be around a swarm of locusts. But actually we think it's something called an Eastern Lubber Grasshopper (based on the large size and bright colors). We did a little research after seeing it, and apparently they are toxic and not something you want to touch! Thanks for watching.
Don’t forget to grab a pie from uncle Rico’s pizza. Best there is
Thanks for the tip. We'll have to check it out on our next visit!
Earth DOESN't have a spirit.
What?
Sir, this is a Wendy's.
There is not much to do here and I have lived here for 27 years.
For someone that grew up on the rural midwest, I would say there is a LOT to do in Fort Myers. But I suppose if you're used to a bigger city, then it could seem like there isn't a lot to do. Everything's relative, after all.
@JujuGurgel
Thanks for watching!