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Port Sanibel Marina Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

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TripAdvisor has selected Port Sanibel Marina as a 2016 Certificate of Excellence award winner for superior service. The TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award reflects consistent top-rated reviews. TripAdvisor presents the award to hospitality-based businesses that earn great traveler and customer service reviews consistently over the past year. The most recent review of 102 reviews calls […]

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Southwest Florida Boat Rentals: What You Need to Know

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It’s an amazing time of year to be on a boat fishing in The Intracoastal Waterway or to take a fishing charter in the Gulf of Mexico off the shores of Sanibel Island. Need a boat? That’s not an issue in the Southwest Florida area. We’ll teach you the tips you need to know this […]

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6 Best Places to Take Pictures on Sanibel Island

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Are you looking for the best places to take beautiful pictures of sunsets, wildlife and tropical plants on Sanibel Island? There are so many amazing places with wonderful views that make you reach for that camera to capture your Sanibel Island memories. If you’re looking for the best views to take pictures during National Photograph […]

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What to Do on Sanibel Island in May

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Warm weather and a warmer, more enticing Gulf of Mexico is in store for you right now on Sanibel Island. While you are here relaxing on the beach and enjoying all that Sanibel Island has to offer, here’s what to do on Sanibel Island in May to help you plan a great vacation and a […]

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Planning the Perfect Mother’s Day Weekend

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Are you looking for a peaceful, scenic spot to enjoy Mother’s Day weekend? This year, head to Sanibel Island to enjoy sunsets and beautiful beaches full of shells and water activities. The island has just what you need to enjoy the perfect Mother’s Day weekend. Spend Time On The Water at Sanibel Island Mother’s Day […]

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Sea Turtle Nesting Season on Sanibel Island

Sanibel Island’s white sandy beaches and gorgeous sunsets attract tourists and residents throughout the year; however, this time of year the serene island also attracts another group of popular beachgoers for the next six months – Loggerhead sea turtles. Sea turtle nesting season officially kicks off May 1 and we’ve got the information you need […]

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Best Places for Flowers and Foliage on Sanibel Island

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The best place in Florida to celebrate spring, explore nature and view plants and flowers during Gardening Month is on Sanibel Island. Hands down. The island is filled with parks, conservation trails, boardwalks and natural habitats that are awash in native plants and colorful flowers this time of year. Here are the best places to […]

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7 Beach Tips for Families this Spring

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There’s not a better way to celebrate spring on Sanibel Island than heading to the beach with your family. The temperature is perfect, both on the beach and in the Gulf of Mexico. For a relaxing day on the beach, we’ve got 7 beach tips for families this spring that will help you make it […]

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5 Anti-Aging Activities on Sanibel Island

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If you’re in good health and good spirits but feel compelled to act a certain way because of your age, we advise you to throw caution to the wind and live a little. There’s not a better spot to rebel, try new things and act the way you feel than on Sanibel Island. We’ve got […]

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9 Tips for Getting the Most out of the Sanibel Farmers Market

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If you’re looking for fresh food grown from local farmers and unique crafts, there’s nothing quite like the experience of the Sanibel Farmers Market. You’ll be hitting one of the most popular and successful farmers markets in the area when you visit Sanibel Island. The Sanibel Island Farmer’s Market, located at Sanibel City Hall, sells […]

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