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February 2008 Issue

Treasure Hunt
In Search of Custom Jewelry You'll Cherish

Gordon Drive Intrigue
A street's very colorful past--and present

4 Romantic Getaways

Featured Articles

Gordon Drive Intrigue 
There’s many a colorful tale to tell about life along Naples’ most exclusive street.

Big Deal 
Developer Syd Kitson wrangled politicians, environmentalists and private owners to create a Babcock Ranch with benefits for all.

Treasure Hunt 
How four local jewelers bring inspired artistry to their custom pieces.

Hot Bartenders and Cool Drinks 

For Romantics Only 
Without even a transoceanic flight, you can escape to French castles, Italian palazzos and other exotic settings.



Departments

Star Power … Fashion Lesson … Bidding War. 

Realtors Go Green, Too 

I’m a Waterside Shops Girl 
An ode to HermÈs, Cartier, Saks et al.—the early gossip notwithstanding.

“Veranda We Do With Passion” 
Restaurateur Paul Peden looks back at 30 years in downtown Fort Myers.

Good Art, Good Wine, Good Music 
Jo Ann Hawley hopes to get the art party started with her glass sculptures.

The Time of Your Life 
Patek Philippe executive thierry stern brings to town his collection of elegant timepieces—and the stories behind them.

First You Care–Then You Teach 
Our author presses hard to get engaged educators turning kids on to subjects like science.

Artful Design 
Charlie and Elise Brown renovated their Port Royal home to showcase their paintings and sculptures—and gain a bit more storage space.

Feng Shui For Lovers 
Red Pillows: Yes; Bossy Cheeks: No

Can You Really Prevent Diabetes? 
What people can do to fight off type 2—and the latest in treating type 1.

It’s (Not Always) a Snap 

Fashion Statement 

Advantage, Carillo 
Her tennis career cut short by injury, Mary Carillo has made a name for herself as a TV sports journalist.

Belly Dance Anxiety? Shake It Off 
What I’ve learned beyond the shimmy, shimmy, snap fundamentals.

February 
What’s happening this month.

Business Report 
From the February issue of Gulfshore Business.

Sea-lightful 

“Best Paella Ever” 
The quaint bistro La Trattoria Café Napoli gains high praise from our reviewers.

7 Things You Need to Know ... 
About Getting Ready for the Grandkids