I’ve realized that I’m a bad relaxer. I’m constantly wanting to check things off my to-do list, or talk about what else needs to be accomplished. I hate having a list of “undone” items while relaxing. In contrast, DH can have all the things in the world to accomplish and still decide to take a whole day to do nothing. Yup, nothing. This drives me crazy for two reasons–first, because he could be helping with my to-do list (like house cleaning). Second and probably more importantly, because no matter how hard I try, I really can’t seem to do the same.
Last year, before I started blogging, we got married on Sanibel Island in Florida. You can read all the reasons I love Sanibel and Captiva. So of course we went back for our first anniversary. The familiar means that we don’t ever feel like we have to get out and “see everything”, and I can relax.
So here are 5 of our favorite things to do on a weekend trip to Sanibel and Captiva.
1. Walk the beach and hunt for shells.
So many shells! Sanibel and Captiva are both known for their excellent shelling. If you are an early riser, you might be able to find wonderful sand dollars or large conch shells. There are also the most adorable mini shells I’ve ever seen.
2. Run on the paths lining the island.
One of the best things about Sanibel is the paths that line the island. We like to/feel the need to (see point #3) to go for runs. It’s a great way to see the island while getting some exercise. If you are a biker, you can easily rent a bike from your hotel/condo or one of many stores in town.
Bubble Room Chocolate Torte & Cheesecake…Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
My New Raybans Are Awesome Enough to Give DH a Special Ray of Light
Can’t Get Enough of the Mucky Duck’s View & Adorable Angry/Cute Duck
View from the Mucky Duck!
Shells, Shells, Everywhere
3. Eat cake from the Bubble Room.
The Bubble Room is a super-quirky year round Christmas decorated restaurant, that is best known–well deservedly–for it’s cake. Our favorites are the cheesecake, red velvet, and chocolate layer. Get it to-go: one piece is 2 breakfasts and dessert. I’m not kidding, these things are huge, and delicious.
4. Drink beer and watch the waves from the Mucky Duck.Mucky Duck is a Captiva favorite, though we prefer to sit outside, grab some bar-chow, and have a draft. They have a great selection of beers on tap, including a namesake red ale that is delicious. Beware–during high season, it will be packed. But in the off season? It’s fantastic.
5. Play a game of tennis.
Many accommodations on Sanibel offer tennis courts, something we take advantage of when we visit. But we’re not that good, so there isn’t much left to explain about this. Except that I beat DH in a few sets.
Have you been to Sanibel or Captiva? What did you like the most?
I couldn’t agree more with a Sanibel / Captiva Getaway! I’ve been a fan of the wondfreul cuisine and beautiful beaches after my first visit. Since then I’ve returned every year for 12 years now, and still can’t get enough.
It’s such a fun, relaxing place! Thanks for stopping by!