Discover top beaches, parking tips & scenic spots from Sanibel to Marco Island for unforgettable Gulf coast views ...

Our favorite walking destinations: Lighthouse Beach Park, at the eastern end of the island, centered around the iconic Sanibel Lighthouse, built in 1884; and Gulfside Park, also a favorite biking ...

Sanibel is making significant progress in its recovery efforts following recent hurricanes. Lighthouse Beach Park is a key example of the island’s strides toward resilience.

Many beach cottages that lined the shores of Sanibel Island were wiped away by Ian’s storm surge, new aerial imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.

For “Old Florida” accommodations the Island Inn (3111 W. Gulf Drive) is the place, or down the beach at Mitchell’s Sand Castle (3951 W. Gulf Drive) with adorable cottages on the beach.

Fort Myers Beach is hosting guests at Pink Shell, DiamondHead and Lighthouse Resort Inn. ‘Tween Waters on Captiva Island is open, but it seems many properties on Sanibel Island have a long way ...