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Fort Myers

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Passport & Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip to enter the country.

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Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)

The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is located less than 17 miles from Fort Myers town center. Taxis at the airport are provided by MBA Airport Transportation. The fares vary depending on zones; taxis aren't metered. To reach the town by public transport, you can use the Route 50 bus service provided by the Lee Tran Company. The buses run seven days a week, but not at night. The timetable changes seasonally. Many hotels offer shuttle services to and from the airport. See the airport's official website for the complete list.

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Best Time to Visit

The most pleasant months to visit Fort Myers are probably January to April when days are usually dry and sunny. The hurricane season is between June and November, and it can get very rainy. If your priority is having a quiet, relaxing holiday, keep an eye on academic calendars: Fort Myers Beach becomes a popular destination for college students during their Spring breaks (usually the first days of Spring), which can get very loud.

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Public Transport

Public Transport in Fort Myers and the rest of Lee County is operated by the LeeTran company. Various pass solutions are available if you're planning to use public transport for one or more days. There are discounts for students, people over 65 and passengers with disabilities. You can purchase your ticket online at their website, or at one of LeeTran's Pass Outlets across town.

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Taxi

Find a selection of taxi companies in the Fort Myers area below: Night Owl Taxi +1 239 449 8118 www.fortmyers-taxi.com Car Concierge Service of Fort Myers +1 239 313 9005 www.ftmyerscarservice.com A Better Taxi +1 239 288 5587 www.abettertaxi.com Lyft and Uber rideshare services also operate in and around Fort Myers.

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Post Office

If you don't feel like looking for a post office, you can buy stamps at supermarkets, pharmacies, or even online. To send a letter or a package under 16 oz, look for the blue post boxes around town. Pickup times are posted on top of the mailbox.

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Pharmacy

Fort Myers has Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Target and various independent chain store retailers.

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Telephone

Country code: +1 Area code: 239

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Electricity

All power sockets in the United States provide a standard voltage of 110–120V with a standard frequency of 60Hz. Plug type A has two flat parallel pins.

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