I basically had no idea what to expect from the trip to Echo Park in Estero. I'm not sure I'd ever been to Estero Island, so I didn't really know how what to expect. On the bus ride in, I was surprised to be greeted by a beach and some pretty typical beachside shops and tourist attractions. I really enjoyed meeting the woman from Echo Park and hearing her stories about the island from far before it was commercialized. The fact that she sat us down in a small room and even had cookies and lemonade available made for a particularly intimate experience. She seemed to be able to recite her entire spiel without a break, indicating to me a deep knowledge and appreciation for the island and its history. In particular, I enjoyed hearing about the bizarre tomb for the man who some Estero Island residents regarded as a messiah, which the government quickly would shut down. I liked going out to the pier to see the water and watch the boaters, as the scenery was gorgeous and calming. All in all, this wasn't my favorite trip, but I definitely enjoyed it a good deal, and would enjoy visiting again.