Tips for a Sanibel Island Stay
A tiny reef barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, Sanibel is a tropical escape for anyone seeking a quieter Florida destination. The gateway to this island gem is usually Fort Myers, where you can follow the Sanibel-Captiva Road to Sanibel and its slightly larger sister island, Captiva. Blessed with soft breezes, talcum beaches, and peaceful sunsets, Sanibel evokes old Florida and a simpler era of beachcombing, fruity cocktails, and lazing under a palm tree.
01 Dive the USCGC Mohawk wreck site
The decommissioned WW2 combat ship U.S.S. Mohawk was deliberately sunk about 28 nautical miles off the coast of Sanibel in 2012. The idea was to create an artificial reef and underwater memorial to US veterans. You can now dive the wreck, viewing the intact engine room, propellers, and replica .50 caliber guns, all encrusted with new sea life and corals.
