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Beach Life

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,…

Lisa Erickson
February 7, 2022

Beach Life

Turner Beach At Blind Pass

Located at Blind Pass – the channel that divides Captiva and Sanibel Islands – Turner Beach greets you as you cross onto Captiva

Lisa Erickson
December 5, 2021

Food and Dining

Mad Hatter, Sanibel Island’s Top Spot For A Sunset Dinner

The Mad Hatter Restaurant, Sanibel Island, Fla.

Sadly, the Mad Hatter was destroyed in Hurricane Ian in 2022. We will keep you posted if it reopens. I’ve had a lot of meals on Captiva but dinner at The Mad Hatter on Sanibel is by far my favorite…

Lisa Erickson
October 11, 2021

Beach Life

Captiva Island Beach Restoration Project

Thanks to the Captiva Erosion Prevention District, our favorite vacation destination will be getting a facelift before peak season rolls around. Monday, Aug. 30, 2021, marks the beginning of the Captiva Island beach restoration project which will restore the island's beaches and dune systems.

Lisa Erickson
August 30, 2021
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Excursions

Biking From Sanibel To Captiva

We decided to rent bikes for the day and explore the area by biking from Sanibel to Captiva. Traveling the area by bike allowed us to see it in a new way.

Lisa Erickson
May 10, 2021