Naples or Marco Island?

I have never visited Florida before. My husband, daughter-6yrs-and I would like to spend a few days in Orlando followed by a relaxing week or so in either Naples or Marco Island.

My dilemma is finding a suitable hotel. I like the sound of the Marriott resort in Marco Island or one of the Ritz-carlton hotels in Naples.

Would appreciate some advice on these hotels and resorts.

Naples or Marco Island?

In terms of keeping a 6 y/o busy for a week, I think Naples would have more to offer. There is a zoo here, a new waterpark, and the beach. Marco has beautiful beaches and one park, but not much more to capture a child%26#39;s attention.

I know that the Ritz Carlton has a special ';Ritz Kids'; program at the hotel, but I don%26#39;t know how good it is. No idea whether the Marriott has a similar program down on Marco.

Naples or Marco Island?

HI Arella - there was a post last month that listed several things to do in Naples for children age 4 and 7 - you can view the responses at

tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g34467-i242-k11431…

as well as a trip report from taylaurel in February who stayed in Naples with her 5 and 6 1/2 year olds -

tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g34467-i242-k10400…

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