We’ve gotten to know Sanibel pretty well having lived here for more than a decade now. There’s so much to say about our 16 …
Flowering Trees Are Blooming in Florida!
As you drive around SWFL, try and spot some of these beautiful flowering trees that come to life this time of year. It’s fun …
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Don’t Be a Hippo
One day while driving home from the bus stop, our youngest daughter, Abbie, asked what the word ‘hypocrite’ meant. She was six at …
Sanibel Mangrove Trimming Restrictions Explained
A little snip here a little snip there never hurt anyone, right? Wrong. Actually, mangrove trees are a vital part of Florida …
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7 Startling Truths From Sanibel’s Past
Everyone knows Sanibel as the sleepy little barrier island and favorite family vacation destination, where biking is the preferred …
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McCallion’s Model Local Island Fashion
We love our local boutique shops on Sanibel! So much so that Jim and I even volunteered to model clothing from our local shops at …
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Not Your Average Vacay Home – For Sale!
Do you remember that article we wrote three years ago about the unique Walker Guest House on Sanibel? Okay, maybe you don’t… let …
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How To Know You’re An Islander
Many folks visit from afar to vacation on our island, and lots of nearby Floridians find Sanibel a great place to spend the day …
Sanibel Fishing Guide
Okay, so I’m going to be honest by telling you now, Susan and I are in no way avid anglers. We hardly ever go fishing. But we have …
Sanibel Wins “Gold” as Bike Friendly Community
It may come as no surprise to hear that Sanibel Island received the “Gold” Bicycle Friendly Community Award by the League of …
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