Captiva Island Farmers Market
The Captiva Island Farmers Market is a bright spot for anyone lucky enough to escape winter's wrath. You’ll find a rainbow of fresh fruits and vegetables, all locally grown.
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Captiva Island Beaches
There’s nothing better than sitting at any one of the Captiva Island beaches, warming yourself in the Southwest Florida sun and watching the incredible view of the Gulf of Mexico. One of the most frequent questions we get asked is,…
The Mucky Duck: Captiva Island Icon
Nearly every person on Captiva Island gathers here to "oooo" and "ahhh" at the stunning sky as a collective group. I’ve yet to see a happier crowd than the one that gathers at The Mucky Duck.
Sanibel Lighthouse Beach Park
The most popular beach on Sanibel Island is the Sanibel Lighthouse Beach. The 45-acre park is the second largest public park on the island and is one of historic significance, due to the Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Given its size, ample parking and location, its popularity isn't a surprise.
New menu items debut at Doc Ford’s
Good news for Doc’s Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille lovers: the restaurant has added several new items to the menu.
Cocktails At Traditions on the Beach
On our tenth wedding anniversary, we headed to Sanibel Island, staying at The Island Inn Sanibel. Our kids were back home in Minnesota with their grandparents. We went for a nightcap at the resort’s restaurant, Traditions on the Beach, to celebrate this milestone anniversary.
Sanibel’s Best Homemade Ice Cream
What do you get when you place a mother-daughter team with a lifetime of hospitality experience and a passion for ice cream, on Sanibel Island? The answer is Sanibel’s Best Homemade Ice Cream.
Our Captiva Island Must-Do List
You’ve reserved a place to stay, booked your flight and waited months for your vacation on Captiva Island. What should you do during your visit? We get asked a lot about our Captiva Island “must-do” list of activities and excursions.…
Grocery Delivery Sanibel Island: Two Great Options
At Capturing Captiva, we’re all about maximizing our enjoyment of the SanCap area. Since grocery shopping is the kind of activity you do at home, we prefer to order our groceries ahead when we travel. Don’t miss out on using…
Insider’s Guide To Renting Through Royal Shell Captiva
If you're looking for a vacation rental, there’s one thing you need to know: Royal Shell is synonymous with Captiva Island. Royal Shell Captiva Island has access to resorts and rental homes across the island, offering something for everyone.