Driving Not Necessary at Some Luxury Vacation Rentals
July 8, 2008. We recently blogged about North America's top bicycle-friendly cities, a popular topic in these days of $4 gas. But what about smaller vacation destinations where cars aren't needed? BudgetTravel.com answered that question with the article "10 Scenic Spots with No Cars."
North Captiva Island was among the destinations mentioned. Barely separated by small pass, the northern part of Captiva Island is very much the anti-Florida: there aren't many places to drive to, much less many roads to drive on. But that very character - along with beautiful beaches, a large state park and abundant wildlife - is why this unspoiled island still remains one of the Sunshine State's best-kept secrets.
In order to avoid having to drive while you're on vacation, you need not choose a car-free zone, however. Simply finding a pedestrian-friendly locale goes a long way. VacationRental.org has informative writeups on each of its destinations and regions, and each property owner adds more useful information on their description.
Look for homes that say they are within walking distance of shopping, dining and tourist attractions. Then, verify these claims with our handy Google maps - each property is marked with a red dot, so visitors can truly judge exactly where they'll be staying.
