Tropical Storm and Sanibel

For the past week, our Sanibel Island tourists may have been a little disappointed.  Tropical Storm Debby has caused cloudy, rainy and windy days for over a week now.  There have been tornado and high surf warnings.  We had been fortunate to have sea turtles nesting earlier than usual this year and in larger numbers, but sadly, it seems as though most of those nests have now been washed out by high surf.  There is still time for more sea turtle nesting, so we will keep our fingers crossed. 

Hopefully our island visitors were able to get out onto the beach, between rains and find some sea shells rolling in.  It's obvious in these photos that the high surf was not standing in the way of them having fun.

Here are some photos taken on the beach at Pointe Santo, yesterday.

Windy Afternoon on Sanibel

Even though it was cloudy at times this afternoon, it was a nice day to be out.  Our day time temperatures are in the mid to low 80's now, a cooling breeze and less humidity.  Nights are now mid to low 70's.

The beaches, bike paths and streets are nearly empty, which makes it a perfect time to visit!  It is only a short time now, until the busy season begins again.  Make your reservations now to spend a relaxing  vacation in our tropical island paradise.

Perhaps the Best Time of Year on Sanibel

I think this is the best time of year on the island.  There are no crowds of people anywhere.  You have the beaches nearly to yourself.  The temperatures are gradually getting a little cooler.  And, if that isn't enough, take a look at these clouds!

The trees, flowers and grass are thriving from the rains we've had lately.

Plenty of empty beach chairs under the palms, tiki huts and uncrowded pool.

So often of late, the clouds look as though they are floating just above the water.

Even the sea birds are enjoying

 the less crowded beaches.

If you have the time, we have condos available and beach chairs just waiting for you!

Sanibel Sunday

We are happy that the hurricane spared us, but feel bad for the people on the east coast.  It is amazing how different the weather can be,

only a few hours away.

This was the view at Pointe Santo this

afternoon and evening.

The weather has cooled down a few degrees now and today there was a cooling breeze that felt wonderful.  This is a great time for walks on our uncrowded beach.  Why not come to 'Paradise' while the entire island of Sanibel is quiet and peaceful?

We have accomodations available and will be happy to help you. 

Sanibel Sea Turtle Nests and Rainbows

Rainbow over Pointe Santo de Sanibel after a rain, just as the sun was coming up.

The sea turtle nesting season is in full swing on the islands now.  There are a lot of nests on the beach near Pointe Santo.  There are even more nests than last year.  If you are an island guest, please keep this in mind.  Do all you can to help make this a successful nesting season.

Certain rules are in place here during this time.  Sea turtles are federally protected by the Endangered Species act making it illegal to interfere with their nesting and hatching in any way.

Do not leave beach furniture, tents, or toys on the beach over night.  Turn all lights out that would shine on or toward the beach area and avoid making noise.  Do not use flashlights or camera flash on beach at night.  Never approach a sea turtle if you see one on the beach.  Do not take flash photos of sea turtles. 

To learn more about protecting our sea turtles, visit the SCCF website.

Sanibel as May Ends

Sadly, there is only a week left of May.  The weather has been super nice with cool nights, warm days, low humidity and some much needed rain.

The tides were pretty high last week and the water kind of rough, which caused some beach erosion in front of Pointe Santo.  It's amazing how the beach can change from day to do.



Sanibel in May

The snowbirds and seasonal visitors have nearly all departed.  The traffic congestion gone, along with the long waits at restaurants.  This leaves a window of opportunity for a relaxing island visit, between now and the end of the school year. 

The sea turtle nesting season has just begun and the Snowy Plover hatchlings are running around on the beach.

After a long dry season, the spring rains have begun.  This brings those beautiful clouds that enhance our sunrises and sunsets.

If a relaxing time on Sanibel Island sounds intriguing to you, just give us a call.  We still have units available during May.

Point Santo in the early morning hours.

 Sanibel is shaped like a boomerang and our location is at the southernmost point, so this time of year, there isn't a direct sunrise view.  It is still a beautiful sight.