Grab a margarita for this one 😁 Which property is more your style? The resort right on the beach with lots of bars and restaurants OR the suites close to the beach?
@leanneadams2549Ай бұрын
Before I go back home to Wisconsin I’m going to stay here for a night and this video has got me stocked!!! Looks so fun and beautiful!!!
@ExplorcationАй бұрын
Woohoo! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did. What a great way to cap off a Florida vaca!
@clarencemarquez8134Ай бұрын
Hey Jaime and Skylar, long time no see. Glad to see you guys are still doing great and providing outstanding places to travel to. Wow! The Margaritaville Resort in Ft. Myers looks absolutely incredible. Very clean, well maintained and lots of things to do. Food and beverage options also look outstanding. I will definitely make plans to visit and stay at this resort as well as visiting all that Fort Myers has to offer. Great video. Keep up the great work. 😎⛹️♀️🤸♂️🚴♂️
@ExplorcationАй бұрын
Hi Clarence! Thanks so much for checking out our Margaritaville Resort video. It really is an amazing resort and we really hope you get a chance to visit sometime soon.
@ronturner64113 ай бұрын
Another great video. Jimmy definitely created adventures that will bare his name. He was a great musician and a good businessman. Keep up the great videos.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
They sure did a great job paying homage Jimmy 😊 thanks so much for watching!
@TheAverageTourist3 ай бұрын
That bathroom looked beautiful - I always judge a hotel room by the bathroom cleanliness. The beach club and pool would be where you'd find me. Alan would be somewhere in the shade 🤣
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
I loved the mermaid tail faucets 😍 The beach club was such a fun area, didn't have to even get out of the water for our drinks 🍹AND there were plenty of umbrellas by the pool and in the beach area that didn't require an additional fee to use.
@SharonDayLifeArchivist3 ай бұрын
Y'all give me very visual dream locations and I always feel like I went along with on the treks. My favorite "I need a beach" channel.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the incredibly kind comment, Sharon. We're so happy to be your "I need a beach" channel!
@mdenisen3 ай бұрын
Another great video in one of my old stomping grounds. Seeing a Margaritaville in that location is bitter sweet but with the timing of Ian it worked out pretty well. It’s sad to see the old “fishing village” pretty much gone forever but like all other great destinations this is part of the natural evolution that happens everywhere. The last time we stayed at FMB we stayed at The Lighthouse which you could see from your room. The lighthouse Was great and had a really good night life scene, great people watching. Loved the video, keep it up!!! BTW, we’ve been to 2 other Margaritavilles, one in St. Thomas (which was my favorite) and Biloxi Mississippi. They resorts are all very nice but its hard getting the JB music that’s on a continuous loop throughout the resorts out of your head, I feel really bad for the employees that have to listen to it 24/7/365😂
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Yeah, I think the resort brings a lot of mixed emotions for a lot of people. Almost everyone seems to appreciate the jobs and tourists that the property is bringing back to the island, but everyone also realizes that FMB will never be the same as it was before Ian. As far as the JB music, we were thinking the exact same thing. We both enjoy his music and they do mix his songs up with other music, but you still get a LOT of JB as expected. After day 3 I was telling Jamie that I could go without hearing another steel pan for the next year or so lol! I would imagine it could get pretty rough on the workers.
@donaldsiler67793 күн бұрын
I wish I could like the vids more than once
@craigslist91769 күн бұрын
We just got back home after staying here for 4 days, 3 nights. This review was pretty spot on, but I'd like to add a few things that weren't covered for people who may be heading there. We just so happened to book w/o knowing, that Labor Day Weekend was the first annual Jimmy Buffet weekend. We mostly hung out by the pool the whole time, but we did venture into town to shop and eat. First thing that they should've covered in this video, is parking is mandatory valet. You can't self-park. That was an unexpected charge of $37.28 PER NIGHT. Also, there is 20% gratuity automatically added to your bill at the 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar next to the pool, so whether you have good service or bad, they get 20%. That was only at the pool bar, not the rest of the hotel bars. The first day we were there, the service was atrocious and the waitress kept disappearing for long periods of time. We ended up just going to the bar ourselves and didn't even bother to sign our check (yes, don't worry, they billed our room). The second day, we had Melissa (Missy on the right at the 13:15 mark) and she was AWESOME. Scotty even came by to say hello since we were Steelers fans and Melissa was from PA, close to Pittsburgh. If/when we go back, we will definitely find out what section they're covering and sit there. Overall, we had a great time and would go back again. Hopefully, more stores will reopen or new stores will open, to give you more things to do outside of the hotel, if you so choose. The rooms were very quiet even though the hotel was packed for Labor Day Weekend and we love that the pool is separated from the hotel and by the ocean. Overall, we'd give it a 8.5/10, only because of the unexpected valet charges, the bad waitress and the prices were a little high, but that part was expected. Hope that helps whoever reads this and have fun if you're going!
@AmandaCalimese8 күн бұрын
Didn't know they had a margaritaville in ft Myers, I'll have to see it sometime soon
@aprilspeaks43 ай бұрын
I've been searching videos for this resort for the past two weeks and this is by far the best video that I've come across. You guys covered everything and it's nicely put together, well done! I'm super excited for my upcoming stay at the new Fort Myers Margaritaville.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the compliment! We hope you have a fantastic time when you stay there 😊
@aprilspeaks43 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation Thank you :)
@lauraprale3952Ай бұрын
You guys did an awesome job of showing these 2 properties. We have a place in Ft Myers and have been watching the Margaritaville resort go up. This property looks really nice and I can't wait to visit it! Thank you!😊
@ExplorcationАй бұрын
Thanks, Laura. We hope you get a chance to stay at one or both of these properties sometime soon. They are very different but we really enjoyed our time at both!
@VictoriaGates3 ай бұрын
Amazing that they can make resorts like this but their cruise ship is abysmal. Thanks for the tour!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! We have never been on a Margaritaville Cruise Ship... perhaps someday!
@nicoleashley82353 ай бұрын
I said the exact same thing! Love Jimmy and wish the brand would be consistent across their businesses, especially the cruise ship. I live here in Fort Myers, but havnt been to this resort yet! Looks nice!
@VictoriaGates3 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation Would not be in a hurry to.. but hopefully the new one they are working on will be more in line with the quality of these new resorts.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@VictoriaGates thanks for your comment, I just looked up the new ship, we didn't know it was sailing so soon! We may have to check it out :)
@craigslist91769 күн бұрын
We've been on the cruise ship out of WPB that goes to Freemont, and that one is abysmal for real. I spoke with someone that went on the new ship out of Tampa while we were staying at this resort and they said it's MUCH better. Might try that one, one day.
@ramunegaizutis12863 ай бұрын
What a fun video! Both look like amazing resorts. Definitely adding to my list of must-see while visiting Florida!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
We honestly didn't know what to expect at either property, as we had never stayed at a Margaritaville or a Compass before. While the similarities were there, the over all experiences were so different. I like that they were both so different :)
@GiveAbundanceАй бұрын
Love your videos! You guys must work out a lot to stay in such good shape! You're always eating great food.😂
@ExplorcationАй бұрын
Thank you so much! Yeah, we have to be pretty disciplined in our diet and exercise schedule when not filming to allow us to eat and drink what we do when we are filming!
@Andrew-34453 ай бұрын
Looks incredible and like they've thought of everything when creating this place!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Right?! Great pool right on the beach! What more could you need 😁
@djSmokeShow3 ай бұрын
Awesome property and awesome tour. So glad I found y’all’s channel 😊
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you! We are so glad you've joined us :)
@patriciajuszak57843 ай бұрын
Well that looks fun! This place is definitely going on my list.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
We hope you plan a visit soon. Everyone is definitely there to have a good time :)
@carolsommers4113 ай бұрын
That was incredible!! I really enjoyed the tour. I will be going there. Tbank you!!❤
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much we really hope you have a great time when you go!
@MrJersey3 ай бұрын
Great video! Amazing footage, pace and editing. Keep killing it guys!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! We've been very fortunate to be able to experience some really cool properties recently :)
@Aestheterica3 ай бұрын
I'm a huge fan of the Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts, so I loved this video! I've stayed at the Pensacola, Anna Maria Island, and Pigeon Forge locations so far and they are all amazing. Beachy/tropical vibes are always what I'm after and the various locations never disappoint! Cheers and keep up the great content! 🍻🌊🌴🤙
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
That is awesome, this was our first time staying at a Margaritaville property. Of the ones you've dated at do you have a favorite?
@Aestheterica3 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation The Pensacola one because of the beach view from the balcony but that location has since rebranded. I really loved the Compass hotel in Anna Maria as well and you should definitely check it out when you can. The outdoor bar with the marina view is awesome!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@Aestheterica thanks for sharing, that is too bad the Pensacola one rebranded, sounds like it has an incredible view. It is actually a bit funny, we have walked through the lobby of the Anna Maria location, but at the time we had no idea it was a Compass by Margaritaville! So i guess we need to go back.
@Mrs_Sandy392 ай бұрын
Wow..this is so gorgeous 😍
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
We agree, thanks so much for watching!
@BobCarlson3 ай бұрын
I’ve stayed at the ones in Pensacola and Pigeon forge and used to visit the one in Hollywood when I lived there. Super nice hotels and this one looks even better. We have been thinking about visiting Fort Myers. This is where I’m wanting to stay.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Nice, so you've seen a few! In addition to everything the property offers, we really liked that it was so close to Times Square.
@summerlinpublic56733 ай бұрын
Well done vid!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@steves2813 ай бұрын
Pardon me, but I have to ask, did they pay you or did you get a free stay? This seems like a 20 plus minute ad for Margaritaville.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Yes we received a complimentary stay. If you pay attention to the beginning of the video you'll see a message saying "contains paid promotion". KZbinrs are supposed to check a box that will automatically display this message if they receive compensation (payment, free stays, free merchandise, etc...), although I'm sure not everyone does. We also thanked Margaritaville for hosting us both live in the video itself and in the video description. Thanks for watching.
@franciscovillafane18283 ай бұрын
Great video review! Both resorts look great, but we rather stay on the beach and enjoy the sunsets.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Fancisco! A sunset on the beach is always hard to beat.
@franciscovillafane18283 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation Is there a self parking option?
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@franciscovillafane1828 No self parking option. It was literally the first time we've ever had our car valet parked 😂
@genehinders96393 ай бұрын
Looks amazing! We were thinking about the Ft Meyers area for our '26 trip...definitely looking into it!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
It's a pretty impressive property, Gene. Definitely worth checking out!
@bdraytod57483 ай бұрын
Great video. Adding this hotel to my list.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching, we hope you get to stay there soon!
@patrick.henry.vincent3 ай бұрын
Thanks for reviewing this Jamie and Skylar! We saw it being built when we visiting FMB last July and it looked like it was gonna be a great place. Hopefully it can boost up the FMB area even more and help bring more tourism. We will be in the Cape Coral,/Ft. Myers area here again in July, what would you suggest for that area outside of the obvious FMB, Sanibel, and Captiva?
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
We do hope the property brings more visitors back to FMB :) We really enjoyed the parks around Naples and the Bird Gardens of Naples. We also have a new video going live in about 15 mins of a destination that you might be interested in for this trip!
@patrick.henry.vincent2 ай бұрын
Awesome, we’ll check it out! Good suggestions!
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
@@patrick.henry.vincent thanks! By now the episode is live, it highlights things to do around Bonita Springs which is just south for FMB :)
@zeropressureacoustic72553 ай бұрын
Buffett's Margaritaville. One of my favorite Jimmy songs starts out with these lyrics: 🎵Moonlight and magnolias, Starlight in your hair, All the world a dream come true🎵
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
I had to look that one up... good song though! They need to add that one to the rotation of JB songs they play at the resort. Would be especially great for the JB Grill (the upscale dinner spot)!
@milkmanfitness3 ай бұрын
Guys keep it up, I live in south Florida and want to selfishly know all the weekend getaways lol
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
We'll do our best to keep em coming. Thanks so much for supporting the channel!
@ericslusser24223 ай бұрын
Great as usual but not sure about the little Mics liked the way you’ve done it before anyway still love the channel you guys are awesome
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and for your comment :) the little mics have grown on me (Jamie) but Skylar still doesn't like them 😆
@SunshineMichelle3 ай бұрын
Good job guys.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank you Michelle!
@DaycareCrew3 ай бұрын
I’m here with yalll!!!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Yeaaa 🙌 🍹☀️ enjoy!
@kathymulrooney70513 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video ,loved it
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@kathymulrooney7051 aww thank you so much 💕
@sherryvietor57673 ай бұрын
Another great video! FMB is my favorite area to stay. How recovered is the area? We are from the MidWest and are think of a January trip.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! As far as the area, the resort property is recovered. Have you seen our 1 yr update of FMB? During our stay at Margaritaville we did drive through the island, we saw that since our 1 yr update more of the debris had been hauled away, more buildings have been cleaned up, and more businesses have reopened. But there still are a lot of businesses/accommodations that have not re opened and a lot of houses/businesses that have not been cleaned up or rebuilt. Progress is still being made.
@jadeheart9113 ай бұрын
I've been to the Fort Lauderdale location and it was a really nice stay! Two of the days we just lounged in cabanas and it so relaxing.......only annoyance was a guy with a go pro who keep filming us getting in and out of the pool ! Also , I am used to the powdering soft beaches on the Clearwater side but this side was nice as well. Defiantly have to check out this one !!!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Ugh sorry to hear about the situation with the guy with the GoPro. People like that make us doing our job that much harder because we have to take extra precautions to make sure people know we aren't trying to film them. We're really glad you enjoyed the Fort Lauderdale location though, although the sand on our side is definitely the best!
@jadeheart9113 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation If he had been a hottie it would have been a different story ! lol ! He was more like a creepy grandpa ! lol !
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@jadeheart911 😆🤔😬
@FigRko3 ай бұрын
Where did you get your sun hat from? @3:47 mark. Please thank you. I tried the amazon link but couldn’t find it. Great vid.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
I bought it from a beach store on Fort Myers Beach last year, but I did find the product online. I just got done linking the hat to the episode. If you go back to the episode it should, it should now state something like "4 products" in the video description and you should be able to see little icons, and one will be the hat. (This is kind of new, so if you can't find it let me know). Unfortunately I wasn't able to find the exact hat on Amazon, but here is a link to one by the same company that is very similar: amzn.to/3KicCz3 I hope this helps! Thanks for watching :)
@aretheybiting22513 ай бұрын
So, Ft Myers beach is making a good comeback in general, or are there many closed establishments still??
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
They are making a comeback, but there are still businesses in the process of remodeling and re opening, and some that will need to rebuild. Our Fort Myers Beach episodes after Hurricane Ian does a better job showing the progress. If you haven't seen those episodes yet I will leave the links here if you are interested: 8 mo after Ian kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooG0pJuNlJZ7e6s 1 yr after Ian kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJzbgoFvj9Rjm7M
@6431harry3 ай бұрын
You did such a fantastic job filming. Is the Margaritiville new in Fort Meyer's beach? Is there a Hooters on the north end of the island? I could be mixed up to which island I went to. Thanks for all your work.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thank so much for watching and for taking the time to write this encouraging comment. Yes, this is the Margaritaville in Fort Myers Beach. We are not aware of a Hooters on FMB. You could possibly be thinking about the one on Madeira Beach (John's Pass) or Clearwater Beach. Those are the only ones we are aware of on any of the Florida Gulf Coast islands, but there could be others.
@franciscovillafane18283 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation There used to be a Hooters on downtown area on FMB, close to the pier. Not sure but I think it get wiped out by Ian.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@franciscovillafane1828 thanks for sharing that information. We've only visited post Ian.
@inthesprings_3 ай бұрын
Can you tell me what camera you used? Thanks!
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
Currently we primarily film on our Google Pixel 8 phones amzn.to/3xFs31s and the GoPro 12 amzn.to/3zewKQn
@clarencemarquez8134Ай бұрын
5:46
@user-bb5ns3xc8b3 ай бұрын
Are those chairs on their private beach free for guests?
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
The loungers within the roped off section of beach are free for guests. There is an extra fee for loungers beyond the roped off section, closer to the water. Thanks so much for watching!
@georose332 ай бұрын
What bothers me is nowhere to sit in the room. I live nearby and I know we can easily run into some pop up rain storms where you'll be stuck in the room.
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
Yes rains showers can definitely pop up out of nowhere around here!
@georose332 ай бұрын
@@Explorcation Like right now!!
@Explorcation2 ай бұрын
@@georose33 we're missing them so far in Palmetto, but they definitely aren't far away!
@ScullyPop3 ай бұрын
Double O Seven Licensed to Chill.
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
LOL Love it!
@HyperXism3 ай бұрын
Hey my wife would love to know where you got that hat? She just had a bout with skin cancer and thinks that hat would protect her! Thanks!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and reaching out. I just added a product link to the video. If you go back to the video it should show up and you can click on it. I did try to find this specific hat on Amazon, but I haven't had any luck. This is the closest one I could find: amzn.to/3KicCz3 it is by the same company but the fabric design is different. Let me know if you can't find the product link to the exact hat and I will try to find a different link to it! I will say I love how shaded the had keeps my face, so hopefully it will work well for your wife too.
@HyperXism3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
@@HyperXism YW!
@MrDogStream3 ай бұрын
great video , but you guy's should figure out how NOT to have to hold that mic......LOL
@Explorcation3 ай бұрын
🤣 I (Jamie) have grown to like it, but Skylar not so much. Some places we film have very loud music that we can't include in our episodes due to copyright so holding the mics close is a necessity in some places. Thanks so much for watching!