We asked our staff what they’re thankful for this holiday season. Here’s what they said: “The unique, breathtaking beauty of Sanibel Island that provides my couples with the perfect backdrop for the perfect day.” – Ashley, Wedding & Catering Sales Manager “All the new enhancements around the resort, which augment the guest experience. This year, we’ve seen new bikes, SUPs, [...]
The holidays are here and there is no better place to spend them than on Sanibel. On the Gulf Coast, you can shed your winter coat, put your feet in the sand and enjoy the warmth of sunny, 75-degree days. To ensure you have the best island holiday, we’ve compiled a list of the top holiday events happening in the [...]
In September, Shima Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar was named Best Sushi for the third year in a row and Best Steak for the second consecutive year by Best of the Islands. We know it’s not possible for you to be enjoying Shima steak year-round, unless you’re local of course, so we talked to our chefs to get you the [...]
Next month, Sanibel Sea School is adding a new program for the Fall/Winter season! It will be a Wetland Tour where guests can learn all about animals, plants, water quality, and more throughout Sanibel’s natural wetlands. From Sanibel Sea School Join Sanibel Sea School educators for a driving expedition of Sanibel’s diverse mangrove ecosystem. We’ll hop aboard our air-conditioned vans [...]
For the third year in a row, Shima Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar was named Best Sushi by Best of the Islands! It is such an honor to be recognized by the local community and, in celebration, we’ve added a few brand new additions to the sushi menu. Try out these new tempting creations by joining us for dinner or [...]
Congratulations to our wonderful pickleball crew for leading us to another Best Pickleball accolade in the 2018 Best of the Island Awards! Our state-of-the-art courts, technical clinics, and expert pros make Sundial the ideal place to perfect your game or even try it out for the first time. If you’re looking to plan a pickleball trip, you’re in luck! We’ll [...]
This summer, Turtle’s Pool & Beach Bar took home the title of Best Tiki Bar for the third year in a row! In honor of this achievement, we asked our experts behind the bar to mix up a few celebratory cocktails. Try these new Turtle’s specials at home for a taste of the island wherever you are! Margarita Madness (pictured [...]
It was a great weekend to be on the courts. This past weekend, Sundial had the pleasure of hosting the 2018 SWFL Clay Court Championships. The event saw a great turn out – over 100 competitors – and the weather was just perfect. Men’s open singles Winner – Alex Bose Finalist – Daniel Thornton Consolation winner – Solomon Cadogan Men’s 40’s [...]
Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting the 2018 Best of the Islands Awards, which gives islanders the opportunity to vote for their favorite local businesses and organizations to be recognized within the Sanibel-Captiva community. We were honored this year to receive 7 awards: Best Full Service Resort – 6-time winner Best Gulf Front Dining Best Pickleball Courts – 2-time [...]
With shell-lined beaches, waters rich in marine life, and temperate weather year-round, Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is the perfect place for your child to have a hands-on learning experience about the environment. You might already know about the Sanibel Sea School Sundial campus and its exploration classes for children 6-13 years old. Now, due to an overwhelming number of [...]
