GORGEOUS SANIBEL ISLAND FLORIDA!

I just love Sanibel Island Florida. Here, you'll find the softest, whitest beaches, the yummiest restaurants, tropical island hotels, wonderful shopping and lots of fun things to do.

Sanibel Island Florida has a pristine, natural environment with a sensational soft, white sand beach to soak up the sun.

There is a gently sloping beach on Sanibel, which is perfect for wading in the turquoise green water of the Gulf of Mexico - even for tiny tots!

Along with it's sister islands, Captiva and North Captiva, this is an island paradise.

Things To Do In Sanibel

When it comes to recreation, Sanibel has it all. There are lots of wonderful things to do in Sanibel. You can enjoy:

• live theater,
• music performances,
• art exhibits,
• music festivals,
• craft fairs and
• art classes.

You can also enjoy fishing, sailing, birdwatching, hiking, parasailing, golf, tennis, boating and camping. And don't forget Sanibel shopping! It's the best!

There are lots of nature trails here, bike paths to explore, sea life and beautiful exotic animals to watch and all in a totally laid back atmosphere.

You'll have the opportunity to see dolphins, manatees, racoons, otters, egrets, heron and more.

There's even a Sanibel Island campground with wonderful facilities.

There's lots to do on Sanibel Island besides swim in the spectacular Gulf of Mexico. Explore and discover the natural wonders of this area. Try a guided kayak or canoe tour. Or, if you'd prefer, there are canoes and kayaks for rent. And, of course, there are boat and bike rentals and nature cruises.

If you're a fisherman, you can take a Sanibel Island fishing charter. The captains really know the water and are great guides.

And, let's not forget the fabulous Sanibel shopping!

And definitely leave time for looking for Sanibel Island shells in the shell capital of the world. Engage in what's affectionately known at the Sanibel Stoop. You'll find many of the 275 different kinds of sea shells found on Sanibel and Captiva in the shallow, gentle water.

You'll love the sumptuous Sanibel restaurants. They range from super casual, island style places, to super elegant gourmet restaurants.

And while you're here, leave a little time to visit fun-filled Fort Myers Beach. If you're feeling adventurous you can go para-sailing and the nightlife is the best around.

Getting To Sanibel Island Florida

To get on to Sanibel, you must cross over the Sanibel Causeway Bridge.

There is a six dollar charge to cross over the bridge to get onto the island. You pay at the new Toll Plaza.

Crossing the Causeway gives you a spectacular view of San Carlos Bay to the one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other.

There are beautiful palms lining the roadway and great sandy beach areas on both sides of the Causeway.

You can pull into one of these areas, sit on a beach chair or swim in the gorgeous water.

Once over the bridge, you'll notice boat ramps on the left side of the roadway. Tow your boat, put it in the water and go cruising in paradise.

Just beyond the boat ramps is the Sanibel-Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce. They occupy a charming Key West style building. Make sure you stop in. They are a wealth of information.

Come to Sanibel Island Florida and discover paradise!

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Exploring Sanibel Island Florida

Now that were on Sanibel, LET'S GO EXPLORING!

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Sanibel Real Estate

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