Take your time with those who matter most to you.

This year, U.S. workers will each use on average 4 less vacation days than 15 years ago. Click each symptom of an unsteady work-life balance to find the Southwest Florida remedy.

I'm feeling: EXHAUSTED

Couple relaxing on the beach.

Remedy: Captiva

Inspiring and carefree, head to Captiva Beach to slow down, relax and admire the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico each evening.

I'm feeling: FRAZZLED

Couple paddle boarding just off the beach.

Remedy: Paddle Boarding

Get a soothing perspective of nature, wildlife and the islands by kayaking or paddle boarding through quiet mangrove tunnels on gentle waters.

I'm feeling: TESTY

People walking through estate gardens.

Remedy: Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Walk the same calming gardens as two iconic American thinkers who put down roots in Ft. Myers.

I'm feeling: FORGETFUL

People walking through estate gardens.

Remedy: Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

Reignite your curiosity and explore shell collections from around the world to learn the best local spots to find your own.

I'm feeling: SWAMPED

Aerial view of island.

Remedy: Island Hopping

Break free and cruise to islands accessible only by boat. A variety of charter and sightseeing cruises can help you hop from shore to shore.

I'm feeling: CROWDED

View of an idealic, empty beach.

Remedy: Secluded Beaches

Explore the remote island coasts of Cayo Costa where you'll only deal with crowds of beautiful shells on this island with boat-only access.

I'm feeling: DRAINED

Coffee beans on a table.

Remedy: Bennett's Fresh Roast

Stop in for a maple bacon donut and recharge with some fresh roasted coffee.

I'm feeling: ANXIOUS

A beach covered in shells.

Remedy: "Gift From the Sea"

Pick up this best-selling book inspired by our beaches and meditate on the timeless words of author Anne Morrow Lindbergh, wife of the famous aviator Charles Lindbergh.

I'm feeling: DISTANT

A dolphin playing in the wake of a boat.

Remedy: Dolphin Cruise

Get close to the playful smiles and out-of-water acrobatics of these inspiring swimmers in Pine Island Sound.

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