{"id":2706,"date":"2017-02-28T06:30:48","date_gmt":"2017-02-28T06:30:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/?p=2706"},"modified":"2020-10-28T16:49:24","modified_gmt":"2020-10-28T16:49:24","slug":"dc-darlings-sanibel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/dc-darlings-sanibel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The DC Darlings Travel Guide: Sanibel Island, Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the DC Darlings Sanibel Guide! We&#8217;ve been going to Sanibel for ten years and know the tips and tricks to an incredible vacation. If you are looking for a low key, relaxing vacation to de-stress from the hustle and bustle of life, Sanibel is the place for you! There is not a worry in the world &#8211; you are truly on &#8220;island time.&#8221;\u00a0We highly recommend vacationing on Sanibel with your family, friends, or significant other and enjoying the peace and serenity of the island.<\/p>\n<p>Read about where to stay, where to eat, what to do, and a complete 4-day guide to Sanibel &amp; Captiva!<\/p>\n<p>Now sit back, relax, &amp; plan your trip to paradise<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Getting to Sanibel<\/h3>\n<p>Sanibel is a quick 2-hour flight from the DC area, a 2.5-hour flight from NYC, and a 3-hour flight from Boston. The island is easily accessible from the east coast with many non-stop flights. Fly into\u00a0Fort Myers International Airport, Florida (RSW) and drive along a scenic route to Sanibel Island. If you are looking for one of the best key lime pie&#8217;s of your life, we highly recommend stopping at Bahama Breeze Restaurant for lunch en route to Sanibel! Note &#8211; we do suggest renting a car to drive from Fort Myers to Sanibel and for getting around the island, as well as Captiva.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Hotel Recommendations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Sanibel &#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sundialresort.com\/\">Sundial Resort<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Sanibel &#8211; <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.casaybelresort.com\/\">Casa Ybel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Captiva &#8211; <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.southseas.com\/\">South Seas Resor<\/a>t<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">Review of Sundial Beach Resort &amp; Spa<\/h5>\n<p>The Sundial Resort is one of the most luxurious hotels on the island. One of our favorite parts of the Sundial is unwinding after a long day of sunbathing &amp; ordering a drink to the jacuzzi&#8230;sippin&#8217; on a rum runner underneath the cotton candy sky is the perfect way to end a day at the beach! P.S. the bartenders at the Sundial are absolutely amazing. They are extremely friendly and outgoing and make you feel like you are royalty. Spend some time at the bar and play a game of ring toss.<\/p>\n<p>Sundial amenities include: one mile of world famous white sand beach, indoor &amp; outdoor dining venues, water sports, hydro grid\u00a0tennis courts, volleyball courts, five heated swimming pools, full service spa &amp; hair salon, spacious cabanas in the pull + beach area, beach chairs + umbrellas, onsite bikes, kayaking, paddleboarding, wifi, and Sanibel Sea School (children&#8217;s activity program).<\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2712 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0004-1.jpg?resize=269%2C273\" alt=\"Sundial Beach Resort\" width=\"269\" height=\"273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0004-1.jpg?w=946&amp;ssl=1 946w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0004-1.jpg?resize=296%2C300&amp;ssl=1 296w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0004-1.jpg?resize=768%2C779&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Pristine White Beach Umbrellas<\/h6>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2710 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0019-1.jpg?resize=269%2C366\" alt=\"Sundial Beach Resort\" width=\"269\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0019-1.jpg?w=750&amp;ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0019-1.jpg?resize=221%2C300&amp;ssl=1 221w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Delicious cocktail overlooking the pool cabanas + beach<\/h6>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2721 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-9.16.16-PM.png?resize=273%2C342\" alt=\"The DC Darlings X The Sundial Resort\" width=\"273\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-9.16.16-PM.png?w=475&amp;ssl=1 475w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-9.16.16-PM.png?resize=239%2C300&amp;ssl=1 239w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 273px) 100vw, 273px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h5>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mondayswimwear.com\/tops\/clovelly-top-black\">Shop Monday Swimwear Bikini\u00a0<\/a><\/h6>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Restaurants<\/h4>\n<h5>Sanibel<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cipsplace.com\/\">Cips<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Talented chef, nice ambiance, upscale dining paired with casual dress<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/sanibelislandcow.com\/\">Island Cow<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Family friendly, very casual, great food<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/traderssanibel.com\/new\/\">Traders<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Wonderful seafood<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.casaybelresort.com\/thistle-lodge\/\">Thistle Lodge<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; High-end waterfront dining on Sanibel at Casa Ybel Resort<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lazyflamingo.com\/\">Lazy Flamingo<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Rustic, very casual, great steamed shrimp<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/bleurendezvous.com\/\">Bleu Rendez-Vous<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; French Bistro, excellent wine, fun tasting menu<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.docfords.com\/sanibel-island\/\">Doc Fords Rum Bar &amp; Grille<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; An Island MUST<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sundialresort.com\/eat\/sea-breeze-cafe\/\">Sea Breeze Cafe<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Waterfront dining at the Sundial Resort<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.overeasycafesanibel.com\/\">Over Easy Cafe<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Excellent breakfast spot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Captiva<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/keylimebistrocaptiva.com\/\">Key Lime Bistro<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Wonderful live music, great key lime pie, nice outdoor seating<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bubbleroomrestaurant.com\/\">Bubble Room<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Captiva favorite, great for families, large portions, yummy dessert<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sunsetgrillsanibel.com\/dinnermenu.htm\">Sunset Grill<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Waterfront dining for breakfast, lunch, &amp; dinner<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/madhatterrestaurant.com\/\">The Mad Hatter<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Excellent food, great views, adorable aesthetic<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/captivaislandinn.com\/facilities\/rc-otters\/\">RC Otters<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Casual dining, family friendly, ring toss game<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/captivaislandinn.com\/facilities\/latte-da-coffee-ice-cream-shop\/\">Latte Da<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Fabulous ice cream &amp; coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>* Click restaurant name for link to website<\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2720 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0026-2.jpg?resize=591%2C443\" alt=\"The DC Darlings X Sanibel Guide\" width=\"591\" height=\"443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0026-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0026-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0026-2.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Things To Do<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Bike Riding<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sanibel-island.sanibel-captiva.org\/list\/category\/fishing-guides-charters-709\">Charter Fishing<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/sanibel-island.sanibel-captiva.org\/list\/category\/fishing-guides-charters-709\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Coffee at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sanibelbean.com\/\">Sanibel Bean<\/a><em>\u00a0&#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sanibelbean.com\/\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Kayaking in the mangrove trees at Tarpon Bay &#8211; <em><a href=\"http:\/\/tarponbayexplorers.com\/tour\/kayak-trail-tour\/\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>The renowned J.N. &#8220;Ding Darling&#8221; National Wildlife Refuge &amp; Bird Sanctuary &#8211; <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fws.gov\/refuge\/jn_ding_darling\/#\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Beach<\/li>\n<li>Shelling &#8211; Sanibel is the shelling capital of the world!!<\/li>\n<li>Dolphin Cruise &#8211; <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adventureinparadiseinc.com\/\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Sunset at The Mucky Duck on Captiva<\/li>\n<li>Movie Theatre if overcast weather<\/li>\n<li>Get ice cream at Pinocchio&#8217;s &#8211; <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinocchiosicecream.com\/\">information<\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2723 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-10.21.48-PM.png?resize=299%2C295\" alt=\"Sanibel Guide X The DC Darlings\" width=\"299\" height=\"295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-10.21.48-PM.png?w=348&amp;ssl=1 348w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Screen-Shot-2017-02-27-at-10.21.48-PM.png?resize=300%2C297&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Kayaking in the mangroves via Tarpon Bay Excursions<\/h6>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2711 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0015-1.jpg?resize=309%2C345\" alt=\"DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"309\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0015-1.jpg?resize=919%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 919w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0015-1.jpg?resize=269%2C300&amp;ssl=1 269w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0015-1.jpg?resize=768%2C856&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0015-1.jpg?w=1294&amp;ssl=1 1294w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Bike riding on the island<\/h6>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">4 Day Sanibel + Captiva Guide<\/h4>\n<h5>Day 1<\/h5>\n<p>Morning &#8211; Play tennis or try the &#8220;pickleball&#8221; courts at the Sundial Resort<\/p>\n<p>Afternoon &#8211; Beach and Pool Day (shelling, multiple pina coladas, walk on the beach)<\/p>\n<p>Evening &#8211; Dinner at one of the Sanibel recommended restaurants<\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2716 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0007-1.jpg?resize=427%2C319\" alt=\"The DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"427\" height=\"319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0007-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C765&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0007-1.jpg?resize=300%2C224&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0007-1.jpg?resize=768%2C574&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Beach &amp; Pool Day Essentials<\/h6>\n<h5>Day 2<\/h5>\n<p>Morning &#8211; Breakfast at Over Easy Cafe<\/p>\n<p>Afternoon &#8211; Bike ride from Sanibel to Ding Darling Wildlife Preserve&#8230;you will spot alligators &amp; bobcats!!<\/p>\n<p>Evening &#8211;\u00a0Dinner at one of the Sanibel recommended restaurants<\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2718 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0025.jpg?resize=308%2C402\" alt=\"The DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"308\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0025.jpg?resize=784%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 784w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0025.jpg?resize=230%2C300&amp;ssl=1 230w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0025.jpg?resize=768%2C1003&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0025.jpg?w=1568&amp;ssl=1 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 308px) 100vw, 308px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Biking in Ding Darling<\/h6>\n<h5>Day 3<\/h5>\n<p>Morning &#8211; Kayak at Tarpon Bay in the mangrove trees<\/p>\n<p>Afternoon &#8211; Beach and Pool Day (shelling, multiple pina coladas, walk on the beach)<\/p>\n<p>Evening &#8211; Sunset at the Mucky Duck on Captiva then dinner one of the recommended restaurants:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Key Lime Bistro<\/li>\n<li>Bubble Room<\/li>\n<li>The Green Flash<\/li>\n<li>RC Otters &#8211; casual dining, family friendly, ring toss game<\/li>\n<li>Latte Da &#8211; fabulous ice cream &amp; coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2719 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0022.jpg?resize=319%2C365\" alt=\"The DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"319\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0022.jpg?resize=896%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 896w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0022.jpg?resize=262%2C300&amp;ssl=1 262w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0022.jpg?resize=768%2C878&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0022.jpg?w=1791&amp;ssl=1 1791w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Sanibel Beach Day Look<\/h6>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2715 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0001-1.jpg?resize=323%2C415\" alt=\"The DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"323\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0001-1.jpg?resize=798%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 798w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0001-1.jpg?resize=234%2C300&amp;ssl=1 234w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0001-1.jpg?resize=768%2C986&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0001-1.jpg?w=1595&amp;ssl=1 1595w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Enjoying a Blue Moon during Sunset at The Mucky Duck<\/h6>\n<h5>Day 4<\/h5>\n<p>Morning &#8211; Bike Ride to Bailey Track to spot alligators and other wildlife<\/p>\n<p>Afternoon -Beach and Pool Day (shelling, multiple pina coladas, walk on the beach)<\/p>\n<p>Evening &#8211; Dolphin Cruise followed by dinner<\/p>\n<p data-imagelightbox=\"g\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2714 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0002-1.jpg?resize=316%2C396\" alt=\"The DC Darlings Sanibel Guide\" width=\"316\" height=\"396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0002-1.jpg?resize=817%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 817w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0002-1.jpg?resize=239%2C300&amp;ssl=1 239w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0002-1.jpg?resize=768%2C963&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.thedcdarlings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/IMG_0002-1.jpg?w=1633&amp;ssl=1 1633w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center;\">Cotton Candy Sky Sunset<\/h6>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you for reading the DC Darlings Sanibel Guide! If you have any questions, please contact us! We would love to help you plan a fabulous trip to Sanibel!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the DC Darlings Sanibel Guide! We&#8217;ve been going to Sanibel for ten years and know the tips and tricks to an incredible vacation. 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