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Come enjoy the clean, beautiful beaches of Sanibel Captiva, Florida.
What is the Latest on the BP Oil Leak and Sanibel and Captiva?

In case you are contemplating a Cormac McCarthy-style end of humanity scenario because of the BP oil spill, it is now time to breathe a sigh of relief. Thanks to a capping stack, a special type of blowout preventer, the oil spill appears to be silenced. Regardless of this good news, officials in Sanibel and Captiva remained confident that the oil wouldn’t reach the islands area. NOAA...

Hit the beach before summer is over in Sanibel Captiva, Florida.
Sanibel and Captiva—Oil Free and Open for Business

Sanibel and Captiva, despite being near the Gulf Coast, were never affected by the BP oil crisis. In fact, the community has been reaching out the U.S. and neighboring countries, encouraging visitors to come sample the oil-free beaches. No oil balls have washed up on shore, nor has there been any oil slick observed. Sandalfoot Condominiums commented to the press that “The beach has...

Hit the open waters or the sunny beaches, no oil has spoiled the fun in Sanibel Captiva, Island, Florida.
Good News for Sanibel Captiva?

After three months of world panic, it appears as if the Gulf of Mexico oil leak has stopped. The sudden clogging of the oil leak came as a surprise to BP, the U.S. and British governments and the general population. How did it happen? Experts point to a capping stack, which means a new blowout preventer lowered onto the previous one. This resulted in the oil flow shutting off. This cap will...

 Things To Do
Things To Do
Things to do on Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Sanibel Island and Captiva Island enjoy a location which makes them convenient to visit. While the journey to these islands may require little more...
 Where To Stay
Where To Stay
Where to Stay on Sanibel and Captiva Islands
There are numerous options when one is debating where to stay on Sanibel Island and Captiva Island. From swanky beach resorts to simple hotels,...
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Shelling
Sanibel and Captiva Shelling
Sanibel Island and neighboring Captiva Island provide some of the best shelling in Florida or, for that matter, in the world. These islands are...
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23rd Annual 2D 3D All Florida Juried Exhibit
23rd Annual 2D 3D All Florida Juried Exhibit
Sat - 7/31/2010 9:00AM
23rd Annual 2D 3D All Florida Juried Exhibit at the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers, Florida.
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 About the Islands
About the Islands
All About Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Sanibel and Captiva Islands constitute two of the most pristine islands in Florida. The development on both of these islands has been strictly...
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Restaurants
Restaurants on Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Sanibel and Captiva Islands offer a variety of dining options. The islands are most noted for their many great seafood restaurants nestled in cozy...
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Day Trips
Day Trips off of Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Many visitors to the islands of Sanibel and Captiva find themselves wanting to explore the environs onshore. It is really no wonder why. Florida...
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Real Estate
Sanibel and Captiva Island Real Estate
Sanibel real estate and Captiva real estate offer unique opportunities for homeownership in Florida. The islands are situated on the Gulf Coast,...
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Community
The Communities of Sanibel and Captiva Islands
The islands of Sanibel and Captiva both constitute far more than common tourist destinations. These are actual communities which have within them...
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Local Businesses
Sanibel and Captiva Island’s Local Businesses
One could travel the entire nation without finding a business climate quite like that on Sanibel Island and Captiva Island. Sanibel and Captiva...
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Go Island Shopping and Pick Up a Souvenir!

After you have found all those perfect seashells on the Sanibel Island and Captiva Island beaches, it might be time to set your buckets down and go hunting for some new adventures. Yes, it is island shopping time! There are as many shops as seashells on the beach, so you are bound to find something you like. There are many collectables here that you simply cannot ignore. If you are looking f...

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Facts About Captiva and Sanibel Islands

If you are on a search for Sanibel Island real estate then you certainly have an interest in moving to the area. Contacting a local real estate agent is a good start. Before you decide anything on...

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An Update on Sanibel Oil Slick

The city of Sanibel, Florida is located on a tropical island. Here people usually expect to see soft white sandy, a beautiful beach, and very rich foliage. The water is also crystal blue and very...

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2055 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957
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3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
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686 Anchor Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
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1352 Eagle Run Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
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359 Periwinkle Way Unit A, Sanibel, FL 33957
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Current Weather For Sanibel Captiva, Florida
Partly Cloudy, 89°F on Friday, July 30, 2010
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Sanibel Captiva Daily News
Dangerous intersections: U.S. 41 is accident central throughout south Lee
Source: Topix.com | Jul 30th, 2010 9:47AM
The Daily News reviewed crash reports from 2006 through 2008 for 22 intersections south of Daniels Parkway, determining which had the most...
Experts: Southwest Florida a hotspot for human smugglers
Source: Topix.com | Jul 29th, 2010 8:03PM
LEE COUNTY: After a bust involving two boats and a suspected smuggling ring, officials with the Lee County Sheriff's Office explained why Southwest...
Manning best of batch in GOP primary: Editorial
Source: Topix.com | Jul 29th, 2010 6:40AM
Lee County Commissioner John Manning is smart, experienced and eager to make the deadlocked Board of County Commissioners effective in dealing with...
VIDEO: Boat crash leads to human smuggling investigation
Source: Topix.com | Jul 28th, 2010 12:51PM
Authorities still haven't located the male suspect. A sheriffa s marine unit and U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents were making their rounds...
Boat catches fire off Sanibel
Source: Topix.com | Jul 27th, 2010 4:49PM
A boat caught fire just yards from a popular Sanibel beach today. No injuries were reported.
Lee County Commission candidates' war chests getting filled up
Source: Topix.com | Jul 27th, 2010 6:25AM
Learn about and compare the local candidates in the 2010 elections and create, fill out and print a sample ballot to help you when going to the...
The Best (and Worst) Restaurants on Sanibel and Captiva Florida
Source: Topix.com | Jul 25th, 2010 4:16PM
I will preface this review by saying that all criticisms and praises are based on my personal experiences of visiting Sanibel and enjoying the...
83-year-old Cape artist creative from young age
Source: Topix.com | Jul 23rd, 2010 2:10PM
Artist John Sinclair Manson sketches children as they build sandcastles at the Cape Coral Yacht Club, paints streaks of blue to capture the sky on...
Discovered papers tell of bygone era in Cape
Source: Topix.com | Jul 23rd, 2010 10:01AM
Have you heard about the book, 'Lies That Came True' by Eileen Bernard? It's a fascinating chronicle of how the community of Cape Coral came into...
Tampa man arrested on Sanibel with 20 pounds of pot
Source: Topix.com | Jul 22nd, 2010 4:25PM
SANIBEL: A Tampa man was arrested on Wednesday for possession of marijuana and intent to deliver.
Sensors track water quality changes with Lake O releases
Source: Topix.com | Jul 22nd, 2010 12:52AM
LEE COUNTY: A local conservation group that's been warning about the harmful effects of Lake Okeechobee water releases, now says it has proof.
Field Notes: You know you really live here when ...
Source: Topix.com | Jul 18th, 2010 8:59AM
I haven't quite made it to the half-a-lifetime mark, but after spending 23 years in Florida, I'm gaining on it.
Vessel examined, boater still missing
Source: Topix.com | Jul 17th, 2010 12:41AM
SARASOTA: The Sarasota Sheriff's Office is searching through a 26-foot pleasure boat, hoping it will give them new leads about a missing attorney...
SW Florida optimism grows oil spill damage may pass by
Source: Topix.com | Jul 16th, 2010 7:36PM
There's growing belief Southwest Florida in general and Gasparilla Island in particular will escape the Black Tide.
Cape Coral artist paints for the love of the craft
Source: Topix.com | Jul 16th, 2010 3:26PM
Southwest Florida is his muse. Artist John Sinclair Manson, 83, sketches children as they build sandcastles at the Cape Coral Yacht Club, paints...
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