Cape Coral, Florida, is the ultimate “snowbird” destination, according to a new report.
The Cape Coral-Fort Myers area is home to over 80 golf courses,the fifth most in the country.
Of course, climate is the main factor when choosing a warm winter destination.
Sunset over a beach park in Cape Coral, Florida.Credit:TriggerPhoto/Getty Images
However, Cape Coral’s weakest point was its affordability (it ranked 27th).
(AllCape Coral residents live in evacuation zones basedon storm surge levels.)
Still, Cape Coral continues to be a popular winter destination and a year-round home for many.
Last year, it was the 15thfastest-growing metro areain the country.
El Paso and Laredo in Texas were the second- and third-best warm-weather winter destinations for seniors inRetirement Living’sranking.
While the city lacks beaches, it is rich in history and beautiful architecture.
