Category: Sanibel & Captiva

Fresh and Local: The Best Farmer’s Markets in Southwest Florida

Best Farmer's Markets in Fort Myers

If you’re looking for fresh produce, locally made artisanal products, and a unique shopping experience in SWFL we’ve got a list of the best farmer’s markets in Southwest Florida for you!  Not only does shopping at these local farmer’s markets and farm stands support small businesses and farmers, but it also provides a more sustainable …

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Best Places to See Manatees in Fort Myers and Beyond

Tips for seeing manatees in Southwest Florida

Southwest Florida has a large population of manatees, but they’re not always easy to see. That is why I’m sharing the best places to see manatees in Fort Myers as well as great spots for seeing manatees in Southwest Florida from Naples and Pine Island to Cape Coral and Estero. Southwest Florida is home to …

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Things to Do In Sanibel Island’s Lighthouse Beach

Sanibel Lighthouse beach

Lighthouse beach is located at the eastern tip of Sanibel Island. This is one of the most scenic beaches in the island, not only is it home to the Sanibel Lighthouse but it also offers sweeping views of the San Carlos Bay and Fort Myers beach skyline as well as beautiful views of the Gulf …

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Things To Do In Sanibel Island With Kids

Shelling in Sanibel with kids

Sanibel is located in Southwest Florida just minutes away from Fort Myers. This barrier island boasts spectacular beaches, world class shelling and a laid-back ambiance reminiscent of old time Florida.  There are no chain restaurants, no theme park attractions, no high-rise condos or traffic lights here and family fun goes back to what it used to …

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Sanibel Island Lighthouse Beach Park: The Most Scenic Beach in SWFL

Sanibel lighthouse seen from beach

Lighthouse beach is located at the eastern tip of Sanibel Island. This is one of the most scenic beaches in the island, not only is it home to the Sanibel Lighthouse but it also offers sweeping views of the San Carlos Bay and Fort Myers beach skyline as well as beautiful views of the Gulf …

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TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award-winning Hotel Offers Great Escape For Summer

Recently recognized by TripAdvisor as one of the industry’s most outstanding resorts, South Seas Island Resort has a package that allows guests to escape to paradise featuring a Summer Escape package with rates from $139. According to TripAdvisor, the honor goes to businesses that consistently receive outstanding traveler reviews on their site and are in …

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Cayo Costa: An Island of Enchanting Natural Beauty

Cayo Costa also known as La Costa Island, a barrier island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, has some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida and is considered one of the best places for shelling in the world. Nine miles of beautiful beaches and acres of pine forests, oak-palm hammocks and mangrove swamps make this barrier …

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Sanibel Sea School: Teaching Kids to Fall In Love With the Ocean

During our recent trip to South Seas Island Resort my children had the opportunity to attend Sanibel Sea School free as part of a press trip. Dedicated to teaching children and adults about marine ecosystems Sanibel Sea School is located in Sanibel Island with a second campus inside the South Seas Island Resort in Captiva.  The …

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Family Fun in Paradise at South Seas Island Resort

When I was growing up we enjoyed many of our family vacations at our beach house.  My most cherished memories are of those days spent collecting seashells, playing in the pool and drinking coconut water right out of the coconut.  At night we chased fireflies, went out with our flashlights to look for crabs or …

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