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Valentine’s Day: 5 Things You Can Do for that Special Someone at Port Sanibel Marina is easy and just takes a little creativity to add the romance. Yes, you can make reservations for waterfront dining. Will that be for breakfast, lunch or dinner? A romantic stroll along the beach, a boat ride at sunrise or […]

Sanibel Island is one of the best places in the world to go shelling. The conditions are perfect and you’ll see people all over those white sandy beaches doing what the locals call the “Sanibel Stoop” as they hunt for their seashell treasure. If shelling on Sanibel Island and in Southwest Florida is on your […]

Spend more time in nature. Is this New Year’s Resolution on your list for 2016? If not, it should be and here’s why. Spending time in nature has so many benefits, like reduced stress, improving fitness to getting a daily dose of Vitamin D from the sun! Here are a few we think will be […]

Island hopping is Southwest Florida’s main attraction for many visiting the area for the first time and those who return countless times. Southwest Florida’s barrier islands are as diverse as they are beautiful and have a little something for everyone. Island Hopping: Southwest Florida’s Main Attraction Sanibel Island is a must see for seashell lovers […]

The mild climate of Southwest Florida can make it perfect for visiting Sanibel for the fall to enjoy a variety of fun activities. While Sanibel Island is a popular destination, fall is the off-peak season to visit the island and experience all it has to offer with fewer crowds. Sanibel Fall Temperatures Sanibel’s fall temperatures in the […]

ATTENTION Anglers:  Join us for the 2nd Annual Offshore Rodeo Fishing Tournament, Kids Fishing Tournament & Reggae Party June 6-7, 2014 at Port Sanibel Marina and the Lighthouse Waterfront Restaurant. All tournament proceeds go directly toward the Ronald McDonald House Charities of SW Florida. How To Register Offshore Rodeo Fishing Tournament registration is limited to 25 […]

Tarpon fishing in Sanibel usually “jumps off” around mid-April, as tarpon prefer water temperatures between 72-82 degrees Fahrenheit. However, Port Sanibel Marina fishing guides have already reported multiple catches this month! The first tarpon to ever be caught was actually caught right here on Sanibel Island in 1885 by Chicago architect William H. Wood with […]

Here in Lee County, Florida, baseball is a huge part of our community. During this time of year, several major league and minor league teams train in the area including the Minnesota Twins, the Ft. Myers Miracle, and the Boston Red Sox. In addition, Ft. Myers is home to many amateur and competitive baseball/softball tournaments […]

Sick of spending spring break on crowded beaches, littered with beer cans and party-hardy freshmen? Don’t suffer through another year of barhopping along sketchy boardwalks, guzzling overpriced beer and feasting on fast-food. Visit Sanibel Island for shell-sprinkled shorelines, beach cruising, water sporting, wildlife sightings, tropical drinks, and flavorful food – not to mention breathtaking sunsets! […]

Commonly known as the best place for shelling in the United States, as well as one of the best in the world, Sanibel Island is home to over 250 different kinds of shells. Visitors come to Sanibel from all over to hunt for shells on our gorgeous beaches. There is a passion for shelling in […]