South Seas Island Resort Reopens

South Seas Island Resort Beach Chairs, February 2022

“Is South Seas Resort open?” This is a question Capturing Captiva has been waiting to answer. We can now say that yes, the iconic Captiva Island resort is open and accepting reservations. Is South Seas Resort Open? Yes, South Seas…

Reflections On Our Post-Ian Visit

Four months post-Hurricane Ian, we had the chance to visit Sanibel and Captiva Islands. So many emotions flooded us as we headed under the toll booth and up the Sanibel Causeway.

How To Support Sanibel and Captiva Businesses

Bay side view of Captiva Island, Fla., following Hurricane Ian. Photo credit NOAA Hurricane Ian Imagery
As our beloved Sanibel and Captiva Islands begin to assess the damage left by Hurricane Ian, the islands and their businesses remain closed. Many of our readers have asked how they can support Sanibel and Captiva businesses and their employees.

Captiva Island Parking App – Pay Via Phone

Alison Hagerup Beach Lot, Captiva Island, Fla.
Parking at the Alison Hagerup Beach parking lot is now more convenient thanks to an upgrade from the Captiva Erosion Prevention District. Effective April 14, 2022, you can now use the Captiva Island parking app, via the ParkMobile.

Lighthouse Cafe Breakfast: A Sanibel Favorite

Blueberry Hot Cakes, Lighthouse Cafe, Sanibel, FL
If you are going to eat breakfast or brunch on Sanibel Island, you have to try the Lighthouse Cafe breakfast. We didn’t the first few times we stopped in. But we learned from our mistake and corrected it. We have to admit, it’s everything we hoped it would be. 
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