Captiva Island History

Captiva Island is one of our favorite places in the world. So here’s a little Captiva Island history, providing you with a bit more background on the place we love so much.

Captiva Island is one of our favorite places in the world. So here’s a little Captiva Island history, providing you with a bit more background on the place we love so much.

If you’re wondering that RSW ground transportation options will get you to Sanibel or Captiva, you can rest assured that RSW has all the Car services, rental cars and ride sharing services. Which one you choose will depend on your plans and budget.

By a strange twist of fate, last year we found ourselves alone on the beach on a perfect February day. We had long wondered what is the best beach day on Captiva Island, and by accident, we found out.

When I’m on the beach, I prefer to read a good book or two. As enjoyable as it is doing next to nothing while laying in the sun, each trip I try to do something memorable that I can’t do…

You can’t go to Captiva Island without coming across one of the Jensen’s resorts. Part of the island since the 1930s, the Twin Palm Marina and Cottages has provided weary northern travelers a warm place to stay, for generations. Located…

Let’s be honest, when you land at a sunny vacation destination, you’ve already spent a considerable time waiting that day. Check-in, security, at the gate and on the plane. Then you find yourself waiting again, at baggage claim.

When your team isn’t on the field, there’s plenty of time to explore the area. Looking for a day trip? Our choice: Captiva Island!

Captiva Island has a handful of restaurants on the island. If it's pizza you're craving, you're in luck; Captiva Island Pizza has you covered. It's one of our favorite places to eat on the island.

This expansive resort takes up the northern half of Captiva Island. Villas, condos, cottages and even homes are featured throughout the property, brimming with greenery. Each unit is available to rent directly through the resort or private owner (via third-party websites). But you’ll want to be careful when you book; some units include full resort amenities with your reservation and others don’t. When booking your stay directly through the resort, you’ll have access to all the amenities. These include the trolley, restaurants, bars and pools. If you book a unit through a private owner or sites like Royal Shell, you won’t be able to use these amenities.

Captiva and Sanibel have a rich history that spans thousands of years. Many important figures have played significant roles in defining the islands. In honor of President’s Day, Capturing Captiva highlights the contribution of Presidents Teddy Roosevelt and Harry Truman.