Sanibel Island Vacation and Visitors Guide

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Sanibel Island Vacation Guide

Welcome to the Sanibel Island Visitors and Vacations Guide where you will find the information and travel deals you need to help you plan the perfect Sanibel Island vacation. Sanibel Island Shells

Located just west of Fort Myers on Florida's Gulf Coast, Sanibel Island immediately invites you to draw a deep breath and relax. Bicyclists pedal by and wave. Tangles of mangrove line the roads, where there are no traffic lights. And you can shop till you drop.

Sanibel Island boasts of 15 miles of white powder sand beaches perfect for sunbathing, strolling, building sand castles or simply taking a quiet moment of enjoy this wonderful gift of nature. Sanibel Island is most famous as a fabulous shelling location. Sanibel Island's location on the Gulf of Mexico and layout make it a magnet for shells and a must place to visit for any shell lover.

Sanibel’s beaches are known around the world for excellent shell collecting and wildlife viewing, but visitors also enjoy the island’s barefoot elegance and sunsets.

Sanibel Island is also home to the the famous Sanibel Island Lighthouse first constructed in the 1880's.

Sanibel Island is the perfect destinations for those seeking a weekend beach get away, family vacation or a winter retreat. The Fort Myers - Sanibel Island area is home to world class resorts, affordable hotels, comfortable vacation rentals and even comfortable Bed and Breakfast establishments. Accommodations range from quaint cottages to Gulf-front estates, with plenty of nearby shopping and dining options – no coat and tie required!

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The Fort Myers - Sanibel Island area is also home to a variety of establishments to eat and drink. Classic Florida beach bars, oyster bars, open air cafes and upscale restaurants call the area home. Whether you have the urge for a cold drink, fresh seafood, cheeseburger or a steak you will remember the rest of your life, it is all available on Sanibel Island. You can savor the flavor of culinary experiences – American, Italian, French and more – at relaxed restaurants that are anything but cookie-cutter. After dinner, immerse yourself in cultural offerings that include art, theater and music.

Man does not live by bread alone. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing and fun. There is plenty of fun to be had in the Fort Myers - Sanibel Island area. Water sports include deep sea fishing charters, dolphin watching, scuba diving and snorkeling, parasailing, boat and wave runner rentals. There are also plenty of golf courses, several amusement parks, museums and more. Planning a beach wedding? Sanibel Island may be the perfect location.

One shopaholic must-see is the original Chico’s, where the well-known women’s clothing line began in 1983. After meandering through village-style centers to discover fashions torn from the pages of Elle and Vogue at intimate, charming boutiques.

Check out the current weather, maps, area information and important links to help you plan your visit to Sanibel, Sanibel Island and Captive Island area.

As you browse the Sanibel Island Vacation Guide you will find many opportunities to save time and money by booking your vacation through one of our national hotel chains or travel sites. Be sure to check out the best rates on the internet.

For more information on Captiva Island check out the Captiva Island Vacation and Visitors Guide.

Sanibel Island Events

Photographer James Hamilton Displays Local Wildlife Photographs on Sanibel Island
James Hamilton a local nature and wildlife photographer will be displaying his wildlife photographs at the Education Center at J. N. Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island, Florida, December 2011 through February 2012.
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Sanibel Island Lines Up Events for ‘Shellabration 2012′ Shell Show & Fair
The Sanibel Community Association (SCA) on Southwest Florida’s Sanibel Island has created a variety of special activities for its ‘Shellabration 2012′ event from February 26 to March 4, 2012, marking the 75th anniversary of the Sanibel Shell Show & Fair.
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Minnesota Twins Spring Training
Hammond Stadium
14100 Six Mile Cypress Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33912
The Twins are spending their 22nd Spring Training season at the Lee County Sports Complex in 2012.
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Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training
2300 El Jobean Rd., Port Charlotte, FL 33948
The beautifully refurbished Charlotte Sports Park is a state-of-the-art facility with a baseball boardwalk ringing the outfield, family-friendly kids play area, upgraded concession stands and a top-notch team store.
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Boston Red Sox Spring Training
JetBlue Park at Fenway South, the new Spring Training ballpark and adjoining Player Development Complex for the Boston Red Sox in Lee County, FL, is scheduled to open for the 2012 Spring Training season. Website

Sanibel Island Farmers Market
More than 40 vendors have local fruits and vegetables, flowers, plants, seafood, bakery items, cheeses, jams, nuts, pasta, dog cookies and other products from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays.

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Sanibel news

A Sketch of the Islands
Sanibel and Captiva islands offer serene beauty, unspoiled beaches, abundant nature and loads of activities all of which bring thousands of visitors to this paradise location each year.
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Shellers Delight at New Fort Myers Beach Residence Inn
Shelling enthusiasts take note! Beachcombers young and old are sure to delight in a new, budget-friendly beach vacation package at one of the most comfy and convenient beach hotels in Fort Myers, Florida.
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'Hub' to make paddling festival easier
Southwest Floridians will have an easier time navigating Lee County Parks & Recreation's canoe and kayak festival this year. Activities are planned throughout Lee County, but a new "hub" focusing on Sanibel Causeway Island A will make it easier for participants to gather in one central location to try out boats or hear speakers.
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Rare wild flamingos spotted in SW Florida
They may be an unofficial Florida mascot, but wild-born flamingos have all but disappeared from the Sunshine State. Spotting one in these parts is "rarer than rare" says naturalist Vince McGrath, which is why area birders are abuzz about several recent sightings of the graceful creatures in Lee County.
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The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum on Sanibel Island opened its new cowry shell exhibit that includes specimen shells, interactive videos, artifacts, and signage detailing the cultural history and impact of the universally treasured shells. For more information: 239-395-2233 or www.shellmuseum.org.

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