Martin County, Florida
When it comes to what attracts most people to Florida, Martin County offers its visitors and residents alike some of the finest beaches on the east coast. Officials and residents have worked hand-in-hand to assure access to the Atlantic Ocean, various river parks and Lake Okeechobee as another way to "Enjoy Our Good Nature".
Martin County's natural resources really begin at its coastline. You can enjoy this natural scene with a walk on the beach, hunting for shells during a day of fun in the sun, taking advantage of the waves, windsurfing at a local causeway or watching for large, lumbering sea turtles crawling ashore to lay their eggs in the sand. Kick off your shoes and let the sand sift between your toes, or wet a line for some of the best surf, river and lake fishin' in the state.
While the natural beauty of the area keeps visitors and residents busy outdoors, there's always time for a leisurely stroll through the mall, a boutique to find a special gift for someone or shopping for household items for yourself. Martin County's many shops and malls offer outstanding merchandise for all your needs. From a regional mall to specialty shops with a casual elegance. It's easy to browse away an afternoon.
Downtown Stuart is the setting of the city's historic district, the original village settled by the first visitors to Martin County. Shops range from antiques and collectibles, objects d'art, wearable art, to fine eating establishments and gift items. A nearby waterfront walkway allow visitors to "Enjoy our Good Nature" while enjoying the hospitality of our shopkeepers.
Martin County's cities are the town of Jupiter Island, Ocean Breeze Park, Sewall's Point and Stuart. The unincorporated areas of Martin County are Hobe Sound, Indiantown, Jensen Beach, North River Shores, Palm City, Port Salerno, Rio and Port Mayaca.
Information ©2006 by the Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce
St. Lucie County, Florida
St. Lucie County is a dynamic and fast growing part of the east coast of Florida, and has the potential for even more growth, while managing to preserve its charm and precious natural resources.
Located on Florida's east coast, St. Lucie County is 120 miles north of Miami, 120 miles south of Orlando, 225 miles south of Jacksonville, and within 3 hours of Tampa-making it a convenient drive to most of the state. It's centrally located with Indian River County to the North, Martin County to its South, and Okeechobee to the West. With its affordable and plentiful land and accessibility from most locations, St. Lucie County is an ideal place for businesses to set up shop or relocate.
With 21 miles of unspoiled beachfront, St. Lucie County is a popular destination for tourists, beachgoers, boaters, and divers - whose search for gold and gems still remain from ancient shipwrecks, give this area its name the "Treasure Coast".
St. Lucie County is also home to the Indian River Lagoon, which provides an important estuary for wildlife, and the beautiful St. Lucie River - all of which make it important to research facilities, and both commercial and recreational fisherman alike.
While still world renown for its tourism and citrus industries, according to the University of Florida, Florida has an ever changing labor market, which moves from the traditional tourism, agriculture, and construction components to those of health care related industries, and business and financial services. This observation holding true for St. Lucie County, as witnessed by an ever-increasing, varied, and successful business community.
The third fastest growing county in Florida, St. Lucie County contains three municipalities, and numerous acres of undeveloped land in its unincorporated areas. Its two major cities are Port St. Lucie and Fort Pierce.
Information ©2004 St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce
