Ways to Wellness

Set your wellness intentions for 2025 and start the new year right in Fort Myers. Uncluttered and unencumbered, solo travel gives you the flexibility to pursue better well-being on your own terms — no compromising, no catering to others’ needs. Take a well-deserved break in Southwest Florida where beach adventures and outdoor activities reconnect you with nature, and where holistic experiences for women are abundant.

You can find yoga studios everywhere, ideal for deepening your preferred practice or flexing new skills. But for a truly Southwest Florida–style experience, consider taking your stretch outdoors. Experiences like Fort Myers Beach Yoga and Yoga by the River at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates infuse nature into your well-being journey.

Let’s not overlook a whimsical version of this ancient practice: goat yoga! Dim Jandy Ranch lets you flow with the helpful support of friendly dwarf goats.

Instead of expending your breath on conversation, try focusing on meditative moments while you’re outside. Sanibel Island is an exceptionally cycling-friendly destination with nearly 26 miles of bike paths. These smooth, well-marked paths meander from the island’s east end at the historic Sanibel Lighthouse and run all the way to the west end at Blind Pass Beach. As you ride through leafy foliage and connect to the island’s biggest attractions, take a moment to reflect on the fact that this path was created by four determined women who fought to create a safe route for children.Spontaneity is one of the best parts of solo travel!

Find free activities like the annual Island Hopper Songwriter Festival (some of the 100+ concerts are ticketed but the majority are free) throughout our islands, beaches, and neighborhoods where you can jump in and join the fun.

Bring your binoculars on a leisurely nature walk, and you’ll be delighted by all that you can see. From the wood warblers of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve to the rescue animals and aviary at the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, there’s always something new to add to your wildlife log. Plan ahead with our guide to Fort Myers’ most magnificent migratory birds.

Get more tips on solo travel activities from biking in a wildlife refuge to joining hands-on crafting classes.

What’s a wellness vacation without a trip to the spa? Our upscale resorts are also home to award-winning spas, including Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa on Sanibel Island, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, and ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa on Captiva Island. Ask about treatments using locally sourced ingredients and indulge in a night or two in these blissful waterfront retreats to get the most out of your stay. After all, this is your chance to be the best you in the year ahead.