Lisa Erickson

Lisa Erickson

  • Joined: January 15, 2021
  • Articles: 89

The Green Flash Drink

Walking across Captiva Island to take photos on a hot and humid day, we needed a break; time to refuel and get a cold drink, stat. The Green Flash drink, named after the restaurant, was calling our name.

How To Get To Captiva Island

Sanibel and Captiva may be islands, but thanks to the Sanibel Causeway, getting to Captiva Island or Sanibel Island means a short drive and $6 to cross onto these islands from Ft. Myers. Sanibel is less than an hour from the airport, and without stops, you can reach Captiva in under 90 minutes.

Erosion on Captiva Island’s Beach

Captiva Beach Erosion
In April 2021, we made our first trip to the island since starting this blog. We knew that there would be changes to the island in the 14 months since we last visited. The Island Store reopened, Boop’s by the Bubble Room is a new addition, and COVID precautions were inlace at all our favorite establishments. One thing we were not ready for, however, was the massive erosion on Captiva Island's beach.

Cruise to Cayo Costa: Excursion of a Lifetime

Cayo Costa Beach
On our most recent family trip to Captiva Island, we decided to try a new excursion. For years, the half-day trip to Cayo Costa whispered in my ear. I really wanted to take my family on this adventure and experience the pristine beach together. Finally listening to my gut, we took a cruise to Cayo Costa.

Cayo Costa Sand Dollar Souvenir

Sand dollars from Cayo Costa
We decided to make our own sand dollar souvenir a. For a total materials cost of less than $25, this was an affordable and unique way to showcase a memory of our favorite Captiva Island excursion right in our home.

Captiva Online Grocery Delivery Options

Bags from Bailey's and Jerry's - Sanibel, FL
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. Thankfully there are several Sanibel and Captiva online grocery delivery options for vacation goers.

Which Airlines Fly to Ft. Myers?

RSW Arrivals and Departures
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is not a large airport. Despite its smaller size, many major U.S. airlines and regional carriers provide service to RSW. If you're heading to Captiva or Sanibel for the first time, you're probably wondering which airlines Fly to Ft. Myers.
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