Your Daily Beach Therapy from Ocean's Reach
And double the pleasure for our guest who discovered not one, but two giant treasures of the sea — the horse conch. This shell is also Florida’s official state shell!
Mollusks have the ability to secrete a carbonate of lime solution that forms a hard, protective shell around them. Native to the waters around Florida, the horse conch can grow to a length of 24 inches. The word “conch” » Read more
One of our talented housekeeping staff recently designed a lovely welcome for our incoming guests. A love sculpture! Formed from two hospitality towels, a pair of swans facing each other creates a beautiful heart shape.
We thought you’d like to take a peek at her unique design. It’s a look and a labor of love! » Read more
A Boston-style hero’s celebration was held to honor retiring Red Sox player, David Ortiz, at Fort Myers’ JetBlue Park in March. Ortiz made his mark in the sports world by helping in a huge way the Red Sox win 3 world series—2004, 2007 and 2013.
It was a sad day for baseball fans but for Ortiz, it was lots of grins and smiles as he became the proud recipient of several prestigious honors and prizes, » Read more
The mango blossoms are busting out all over keeping honey bees busy and
mango lovers happy! The vibrant blooms signal a summer feeding frenzy for
mango salsas, preserves and smoothies–or just “off the branch” fresh!
These beautiful trees provide great shade and some of the tastiest and most
popular fruit from the tropics. Andy, should know. It’s his tree!
At the Edison & » Read more
Once again, longtime guest Don P. came to town with goodies for the gentlemen in our office.
Don loves Ocean’s Reach, and several years ago started to create custom shirts for his family’s annual stay here, with a different color featured each year.
He very graciously brings a few extras for the staff, which are always met with smiles and much appreciation!
Don (left) and John (right) show off this year’s handsome attire. » Read more
Learn “How To Hike the Florida Trail” from the authors of The Florida Trail Guide, Sandra Friend and John Keatley. The authors, both life members of the Florida Trail Association, will present two programs beginning at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2016, in the free “Ding” Darling Visitor & Education Center on Sanibel Island.
The year 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the statewide Florida Trail. » Read more
Parisian born Chef Christian Vivet, along with his South Floridian wife and business partner Mari Vivet opened Bleu Rendez-Vous French Bistro on Sanibel Island in May 2015. Their previous bistro, Blue Windows French Bistro in Fort Myers, had a loyal following from the island. Frequent guests beckoned them to Sanibel, so they sold their bistro to come across the bridge with their existing menu and staff. » Read more
The Sanibel-Captiva Art League held its March plein-air Paint-Out at RS Walsh’s In The Garden, the island’s retail garden center and outdoor showroom.
The group meets monthly at different locations around the islands.
“In The Garden is a favorite spot for our painters,” said Marcy Calkins, president of the Sanibel-Captiva Art League. “It is truly a tropical oasis with wandering paths and an amazing variety of display gardens. » Read more
Look what Shirley C.’s grandchildren inadvertently scooped up in their net this week! Looks like our guests aren’t the only ones to smile at their shell collection!
Not to fear, this little “ray” of sunshine was quickly and safely placed back in the water … but not before posing for this adorable photo op! » Read more
Historical Village To Celebrate Lighthouse Day
On Wednesday, April 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Sanibel Historical Village will celebrate Lighthouse Day with speakers and events throughout the day.
Events at the Sanibel Historical Village on April 13 begin with a talk by a Coast Guard representative from Fort Myers Beach at 10:45. The representative will discuss the Coast Guard’s role in keeping lighthouses alive and will tell about the Coast Guard Cutter named Sanibel, » Read more
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