Marco Island in Florida is a top-rated island for vacationing, with award-winning white sand beaches and luxurious resorts. The island is located near Miami, a 2-hour drive away, and is accessible by a 3.5-hour ferry ride from Key West. With a population of around 16,000 residents, Marco Island offers a peaceful environment with opportunities for manatee and dolphin watching, as well as shelling and spotting wildlife. Tigertail Beach has been recognized as one of the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor, making it a highly sought-after experience.

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