Sanibel Island Lighthouse
There's no building that symbolizes Sanibel quite like the Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Formally known as the Sanibel Island Light, the lighthouse has welcomed people to the island for more than 115 years.
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The Green Flash: Captiva Island’s dockside restaurant
If you're looking for a restaurant with a water view on Captiva that's unmatched, The Green Flash, Captiva Island's dockside restaurant, is a pot o’ gold.
Best place to watch sunset on Captiva Island
While on Captiva Island, you’re on island time. Except for sunset. If you want to watch the sunset in its full theatrical greatnesses, make sure you're in the right place at the right time. So, where's the best place to watch sunset on Captiva Island?
Getting Around Captiva Island
As a narrow island, staying on Captiva Island means you’re never far from the beach. An island long relative to its width, you might be farther from activities and dining than you expect. But getting around Captiva Island is easy, so let’s look at your options.
Planning Your First Trip To Captiva Island
If you’re planning your first trip to Captiva Island and want to know what to expect, you’ve come to the right place. Your vacation shouldn’t be work, and neither should planning it. Follow these insider tips to make the most out of your trip.
Old Captiva House: Captiva-Style Fine Dining
Where should I eat on Captiva Island? It’s a question we hear a lot. Our answer is: a lot of places. It just depends on what you're hungry for. If you want to take a bite out of Captiva Island history, the Old Captiva House restaurant is your place.
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.
Captiva and Sanibel Island Shelling Tips
The beaches of Sanibel and Captiva are known for shelling, consistently ranking at the top of the best shelling beaches in the United States. Finding seashells on either island is as easy as walking onto the beach. Here are some…
The Island Store Captiva
The Island Store, Captiva Island’s historic general store has reopened. We recently had the chance to visit the remodeled and refreshed landmark. The store is one of – if not the most – iconic buildings on Captiva Island. You’ll find…
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.