Naples, FL
Music connected to Naples
About Naples
- • Judge Judy Sheindlin maintains a home in Naples, enjoying its relaxed atmosphere.
- • Swanky Franks, a gourmet hot dog chain, originated in Naples, Florida.
- • Barron Collier's investments in the 1920s established Naples as a booming town.
- • Naples is home to the highest concentration of Florida panthers.
- • Hurricane Donna devastated Naples in 1960, reshaping its coastline.
- • Named for the Italian city, Naples was established in the late 1880s.
- • With over 20,000 residents, Naples is smaller than many Florida cities.
- • Naples sits just 7 feet above sea level, making it vulnerable to rising tides.
- • Tourism and real estate drive the economy in Naples, attracting seasonal residents.
- • Naples feels like basking in perpetual sunshine, a luxurious and tranquil escape.
- • The Florida Everblades, an ECHL hockey team, play in nearby Estero, FL.
- • The Chubb Classic, a PGA Tour Champions event, is played annually in Naples.