Fort Myers, Florida - Days 6 - 9

We enjoyed several sunny days followed by a stormy day with another tornado warning. A tornado touched down and took the lives of two people near neighboring Punta Gorda area. This winter is historically the wettest ever in southwest Florida. This area generally averages 2.3" of rainfall each month during the winter season. This year, 2016, they have received over 16.5" inches of rain already. Add to it, water from Lake Okeechobee is being released and devastating the Gulf of Mexico waters near Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and others.

Today we enjoyed lunch at Al Capone's with Patty and Jack. It is believed that Al Capone's secret vault was found where this restaurant is located. During renovations of this building, which is an old bank, they accidentally uncovered an underground room which is believed to have been the actual secret vault of Al Capone. Evidently, Al Capone would visit Fort Myers often and they believe they now know why.

The Mystery of Al Capone's Vault placard.

Al Capone's Secret Vault. They took extreme care to preserve the room exactly as found.

Fact or myth?

Men's Restroom is a jail cell!

Al Capone's bar.

Fort Myers, Florida - Day 5

Sunday, February 21, 2016

The Edison Festival of Light continued with a classic car show! 

Ft. Myers, FL - Day 4

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Another perfect weather day in the sunshine state! Edison Festival of Light celebration continues. We enjoyed the food trucks, specialty vendor booths, and music throughout the day. Then joined Patty, Jack, Barb, and Ross for the parade.

It's always fun to see our blog featured on the AGLCA Face Book page!

Jack, Barb, and Ross in the V.I.P. seats!