This is who we are.
Werner and Brigitte Nagel co-founded Royal Invest Inc. in Cape Coral in 1996 - one of the first dedicated vacation rental companies in Southwest Florida.
She is still the direct contact: when you call us, it’s Brigitte who picks up.
Tarek grew up with the business and launched Dream‑Vacation‑Florida.com in 2011.
Hilda makes sure every villa is exactly as you’d expect it.
Over the years, thousands of guests have trusted us with their Florida vacation - most of their stories live in our guestbooks, not only in online review systems. Many came back, year after year. Some are faces you might recognize. They all chose us for the same reason: discretion and personal care aren’t features we added later - they’re how we’ve always worked.
No franchise. No call center. No rotating staff.
The same family that started this in 1996 handles your booking today.
Thank you so much for remembering me on my birthday - it was so nice to hear from you. We missed our winter in Florida. We are already looking forward to our next stay in Villa Talisma. It is such a beautiful home and a pleasure to stay there.
With nearly a century of combined experience in real estate, sales, and vacation rentals, our family-owned company is built on trust, passion, and dedication. When you choose us, you don’t just rent a property – you gain a caring partner who will make your Florida stay truly unforgettable.
Founder and President of Royal Invest Inc., established in 1996
Longtime Southwest Florida real estate expert with decades of local experience
Passionate about helping guests and homeowners discover the Florida lifestyle
Sharing trusted local knowledge and personal service with travelers from around the world
Dedicated to quality vacation homes and memorable guest experiences
Founder of the vacation rental brand Traum-Urlaub-Florida.de
Based in Southwest Florida since 2009
Helping guests from the USA, Canada, and Europe find the right Florida vacation home
Focused on premium waterfront villas, local expertise, and personalized service
Sharing insider tips, local knowledge, and trusted recommendations to make every stay easy and memorable
Co-Founder & Vice President of Royal Invest Inc. since 1996
A key part of the family vacation rental business since 1996
Managing guest support, vacation home preparation, and daily operations
Coordinating cleaning, care, and attention to detail for every stay
Helping create the welcoming and personal experience guests appreciate
Dedicated to making every vacation feel comfortable and stress-free
The warm heart behind our family vacation business
Supporting guests and daily operations with care and positivity
Helping create the welcoming atmosphere our guests appreciate
Bringing kindness, warmth, and personal attention to every guest experience
30+ years of trusted vacation rental expertise in Southwest Florida.
Our Commitment
"Personal. Since 1996." — not a tagline. A way of doing business.
When you call us, Brigitte or Tarek answers — not a menu, not a chatbot, not a support ticket. The same people who know your villa pick up the phone.
30 years knowing Southwest Florida — the right villa for your family, the best time to book, what to do with kids on a rainy afternoon. That doesn't come from a filter algorithm.
After a few stays, we know the family. We know who prefers the pool-facing bedroom and who needs the Pack 'n Play ready on arrival. That's what accountability looks like.
777 verified reviews on ProvenExpert. Thousands more in our guestbook. The number that matters most: the families who've stayed with us four, five, six times.
Read their stories →
We are more than just a rental company – we are a family business built on trust, passion, and personal service. We handpick villas and apartments for guests who want nothing less than unforgettable vacations in Florida.
Real estate has always been part of our lives. Long before we started renting vacation homes in Florida, we built experience across Europe and the US:
Our passion grew from our own travels. Each destination inspired us – some so much that we decided to help others find their dream home there.
Our guests rave about our personal service – and we’d love for you to experience it too. From the moment you arrive in Cape Coral, we’ll be by your side: from the home orientation to your check-out. Questions? We’re always just a call away.
For us, service isn’t just a promise – it’s the foundation of everything we do.