Sanibel Island is nature’s chill pill – a barrier island where collecting seashells is considered an Olympic sport and traffic jams involve turtles crossing the road.

Sanibel’s east-west orientation (unusual for Florida barrier islands) creates a perfect scoop for gathering seashells that wash up from the Caribbean and beyond. This geographical quirk has earned it ...

The ‘Tween Waters Inn & Marina hosted its 17th Annual ‘Tween Waters Fishing Derby on July 15 on Captiva. The winners were: ...

Skip Florida's packed shores in Panama City and find serene beaches with powdery sand, clear waters, and endless activities ...

We explored the rich history and top seafood restaurants of Fort Myers in Florida before soaking up the sun on nearby Sanibel ...

This coastal region of Southwest Florida has region has overcome natural disaster and now offers wildlife, beaches and ...

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Mason Leslie, 14, of Fombell, Pennsylvania, found a junonia on July 2 north of Blind Pass on Captiva. He was fishing and shelling on the beach when he saw it. Sara Bender reported that her grandson ...

At its peak before Hurricane Ian, the average home value on Sanibel Island, a popular spot in Lee County for beach vacationers, was almost $1.3 million.

Some towns have completely banned beach canopies while others say you're welcome to bring any kind of shade. Check out this town-by-town guide.

Celebration Key, Carnival Cruise Line's new private Bahamas destination, has five distinct areas.

Florida and beach relaxation go hand-in-hand, but this beach on Sanibel Island comes with the advantage of less crowds and ...