Sanibel Island Resort Vacations

by Celeste Izon

Those North American travelers, who think they need a passport and an airline ticket to enjoy a glorious tropical getaway, obviously haven't heard of Sanibel Island resort vacations. This breathtaking island has everything you'll find in a south seas destination, without leaving the United States.

Every year, thousands of international travelers flock to Sanibel Island resorts. In fact, the numbers are increasing so rapidly that the island has earned a reputation among the world's perfect vacation destinations.

There are Sanibel Island resorts catering to all types of travelers. Some are made for families, others for romantics, adventurers, and golfers. You can find the perfect Sanibel Island resort, no matter what your soul is craving.

Sanibel Island resorts combine a number of elements for the perfect holiday package:

Top-Rated Accommodations

Sanibel Island resorts provide some of the finest and most comfortable accommodations available. There is a huge selection to choose from, and each offers the ideal environment to relax and take in the panoramic view of the island's legendary white sand beaches. Some resorts are geared to family fun, others are meant to set the mood for romance, and all offer a host of complimentary services and amenities.

Searching for Shells

Sanibel Island is one of the most unique barrier islands in the world. Other barrier islands run north to south, but Sanibel Island has an east-west orientation. This unusual condition brings an abundance of seashells that literally line the pristine sandy white beaches. Hours can be spent exploring the coastline and gathering seashells. Remember that it's illegal to take living creatures from the beach or waters. Take only the empty shells, and leave the living ones behind.

Bird Watchers Paradise

Bird watchers find paradise nearby all of the Sanibel Island resorts. The J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is one of the best places for bird watching. This famous natural reserve is home to pelicans, egrets, herons, sandpipers and other native and exotic bird species. Exotic mammals, reptiles and other creatures are also spotted on Sanibel Island. Don't forget to pack your camera and binoculars, because you never know what you'll meet on Sanibel Island. This really is a nature lover's paradise, so be prepared to take full advantage of the incredible opportunities waiting for you.

Biking

Sanibel Island resorts go above and beyond to give you a fun and memorable vacation. Well-maintained bike paths cover nearly 25 miles of back roads and take you right into the shopping districts. Your Sanibel biking trek will take you twisting and turning through friendly neighborhoods, beneath shady tree canopies, across wooden bridges and along the island's peaceful waterways. If you don't bring a bike with you, many Sanibel Island resorts have bikes available to rent or borrow. Grab a set of wheels and enjoy a fun up-close tour of Sanibel Island.

When you want to explore a tropical paradise or just laze in the sunshine, there's no need to spend hours (and thousands of dollars) traveling to some far-off locale. Sanibel Island resort vacations offer the best of everything, just miles from Fort Myers, Florida.

About the Author:

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