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Located on the sandy shoreline of Sanibel Island in Southwest Florida, Casa Ybel Resort is a historic retreat tucked within 23 acres of spectacular natural beauty. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Sanibel’s Beachfront Casa Ybel Resort

With its Gulf-front location, award-winning restaurant, and gorgeous surroundings, Casa Ybel Resort is “One of 500 greatest hotels in the world” according to Travel + Leisure magazine, while Conde Nast declares it is... Read more
Periwinkle Place shopping center on Sanibel Island is far more than a strip mall; it is a delightful destination in its own right. You’ll find a children’s play area, beautiful tropical flowers in well-tended gardens, and shady seats overlooking cool fountains. Photo by Jennifer Brinkman. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Periwinkle Place is Sanibel’s Hub for Island Shopping and Dining

Sanibel is not the place for mega malls and the largest shopping center on this beautiful island is Periwinkle Place. It has just 26 businesses, shops, and restaurants yet remains in keeping with... Read more
The Sanibel Lighthouse is an iconic landmark at the east end of Sanibel Island. You can’t climb the 130-year-old lighthouse, but the grounds are always open for walks along the boardwalk and nature trails. Photo by Jennifer Brinkman. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Things to do on Sanibel, Florida

Frequently featured in the Top 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in the USA, Sanibel Island is a tiny barrier island reached by a causeway from Fort Myers, Florida. This laid-back island is 12 miles... Read more
MustDo.com | Fort Myers, Florida historical marker The Southwest Florida Historical Society.

Downtown Fort Myers River District

Located on the banks of the Caloosahatchee River, Fort Myers has a rich past and an equally flourishing present. Built in the early 1900s, downtown Fort Myers retains a charming ambiance with its... Read more
MustDo.com | Dine on regional fresh Florida fish, seafood and organic produce at Il Cielo Italian restaurant Sanibel Island, Florida

Dining at Cielo Restaurant Sanibel

If you get a craving for tasty American Fusion/Eclectic cuisine, Il Cielo is the place to find it. This white-cloth restaurant raises the bar for gourmet cuisine on Sanibel Island, Florida thanks to... Read more
MustDo.com | Scallops South Beach Grille restaurant Fort Myers Beach, Florida.

Upscale Dining on Fort Myers Beach at the Art Deco South Beach Grille

Dining in Fort Myers Beach, Florida does not have to mean tasteless prawns and deep-fried-everything. The upscale South Beach Grille at the Santini Marina Plaza on Estero Blvd does away with all preconceptions... Read more
MustDo.com | Dine waterside at Nervous Nellie's Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Photo credit Debi Pittman Wilkey.

Unforgettable Waterfront Dining at Nervous Nellies and Ugly’s Bar

Whether you arrive by car, bicycle or boat, Nervous Nellies is always bustling with happy diners. This casual family restaurant with its unforgettable name has been a fixture of Fort Myers Beach for... Read more
Must Do Visitor Guides | MustDo.com, Suncatcher's Dream gift shop Sanibel Island, Florida

Shop and Dine at Sanibel Island’s Olde Sanibel Shoppes and Tahitian Gardens

Sanibel’s laid back island lifestyle and old Florida charm extend from the colorful family beach homes and wonderful restaurants to several delightful shopping plazas around the island. Dog-Friendly Businesses at the Olde Sanibel... Read more
MustDo.com | Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant Sanibel Island, Florida

Sample Award-Winning Dining and Stunning Gulf Views at Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant

Sanibel is frequently described as an upscale retreat on an unspoiled island. This is certainly reflected in the exclusive atmosphere and ambiance at the Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant at Casa Ybel Resort. Follow... Read more
Pinchers waterfront restaurant at The Maraina at Edison Ford Fort Myers, FL

You’ll be Hooked on Pinchers Crab Shack!

One of the pleasures of visiting or living in Southwest Florida is dining on freshly caught, beautifully prepared seafood. Pinchers Crab Shack is a well-established chain of casual seafood restaurants with a firm... Read more


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