Category Archives: Things to Do

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Experience the Ultimate Vacation with These Cruises Around Sanibel Island

The natural beauty of Sanibel Island is not to be missed. While many focus on things to do around the island, a journey offshore is just as rewarding. For one of the most rewarding things to do on Sanibel Island, consider taking a boat cruise. What to Expect You will experience the sun, the waves, wildlife, and more on any ... Read More »


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Explore These Great Bike Trails on Sanibel Island

Sanibel Island is more than just sand and seashells. There are plenty of family-friendly activities, such as hiking, visiting local historic sites, and watching sea turtle’s nests. One of the best things to do on Sanibel together (and a great way to get around) is biking. There are nearly 25 miles of paved bike trails (also friendly to runners) that ... Read More »


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The Best Seafood Restaurants You Won’t Want to Miss on Your Next Trip to Sanibel

If you’re searching for seafood restaurants in Sanibel Island, look no further! We’ve got your complete guide to the area’s best eateries right here, whether you’re searching for fine dining or casual down-home eats. Not only can you get the freshest seafood at these joints, but they’re also conveniently located just minutes away from our vacation condos in Sanibel. Doc ... Read More »


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Sanibel Island Bike Rentals and Bike Shops

Looking to stay fit while vacationing in Sanibel Florida? Biking around the Island is a great way to do it. Not only is it an accessible and fun way to experience and travel from beach to beach, but it is also a way to experience everything from the perspective of a local from the area.  We outline the best bike ... Read More »


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Doc Ford’s Rum Bar

Are you and your travel companions’ connoisseurs of rum? Looking to enjoy a couple of nice drinks on vacation?  The Doc Ford’s Rum Bar is the place for you to visit on the island. This classic-styled rum bar is an eclectic local favorite and a great place to share a drink with your friends on vacation.  About The Doc Ford’s ... Read More »


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Island Pizza Sanibel

Looking for the best pizza in Sanibel, Florida? The Island Pizza Company is the #1 pizza joint in the Sanibel Island area, so you don’t have to look very far to get a mouthwatering slice. The Island Pizza Company is a quaint and colorful family-run restaurant located on the island with over 30 years of experience. Not only can you ... Read More »


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Flights to Sanibel Island and Nearby Airports

Planning a visit to Sanibel Island and wondering where to fly into? With a wide variety of airports in the area, Sanibel Island has plenty of options to coordinate and plan your trip around. This article will outline the many different airports you can fly into when starting your journey to one of our Sanibel vacation rentals. Naples The Naples ... Read More »


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Sanibel Island Weather

Bright, beautiful, and colorful all day long, the beaches on Sanibel Island are the place to be for travelers who love that classic Florida sunshine. While Florida has some amazing attractions and dazzling open beaches, it’s the weather that really keeps people coming back time and time again. In fact, you can’t enjoy the attractions and the beaches if the ... Read More »


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Visit the Captiva Island Historical Society

Captiva Island is filled with a rich history. Turn the corner at any part of the island and see the setting of a famed pirate encounter or fascinating archaeological discovery. Captiva Island has held endless possibilities for its inhabitants, and it is all held and honored by the Captiva Island Historical Society See the story unfold throughout Sanibel Island history ... Read More »


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Fine Dining at Mad Hatter

Sanibel Island is a mini paradise of possibilities. Secured away along the gulf coast of Florida, it is an inviting and warm vacation destination and a sister island to nearby Captiva Island. White Caps Cottages on Sanibel provide a splendid mix of breathtaking views and modern amenities for any romantic vacation escape. Even Sanibel locales are as immensely romantic and ... Read More »