AdPage.indd 1 1818 1213 PM p10 ON THE COVER South Seas Island Resort on Captiva is a vacation paradise where sky, sand and water create the ideal setting. On cover Kayla Collier left Faith Martz head to pristine shore of Gulf Mexico for shelling, swimming relaxing. Photograph By Sammy Todd Dyess Photography West Palm Beach 2 GENERATIONS MAGAZINE 2018 GEN18_SSIR.indd 1252 SOUTHSEAS.COM 3 14 8 GREETINGS 18 20 22 24 28 INVESTMENT The Lifestyle Tropical Living 40 GOLF TENNIS Game, Set, Match Joys Golf Work Your Swing BEAUTY Rejuvenating Body Soul Make it Spa Day Nick Adams Wedding Bliss 29 CAMERA READY 30 SPECIAL OCCASIONS 44 61 34 AT HELM Sailing Vacation Cruises What Lies Beyond End Road Not Just Tech Savvy 36 CRUISE EXPLORE 38 TECHNOLOGY 39 46 Fun in Sun With YOLO Watersports SUP Makes Splash Pedaling Through Paradise Rendezvous Nature 64 EPICURIOUS 76 EVENTS A Guide Dining Sanibel Out About 5 Reasons Kids Love Tips Advice Stay 48 SHOPPING 60 FOR KIDS CUISINE Hot Fashions Cool Finds An Ocean Experience Remember Doc Always at Fords Rum Bar Grille 80 ACTIVITIES 82 GUEST INFORMATION 88 MAPS OF SANIBEL CAPTIVA 4 REGIONAL MANAGING DIRECTOR Bob Walter GENERAL MANAGER Shawn Farrell SALES MARKETING Verdell Ekberg 5400 Plantation Captiva, Florida 33924 239-472-5111 southseas.com SOUTH SEAS ISLAND RESORT Bill Wellman 937 East Drive Sanibel, 33957 239-472-3181 theinnsofsanibel.com INN 863 239-472-2220 SONG SEA 541 239-472-1400 SEASIDE 3287 239-472-1700 SUNSET BEACH Brian Kautz 949 Sand Castle 239-472-3355 DUNES CLUB EDITOR PROOFREADER Patricia Letakis CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Leah Biery, Gina Birch, Klaudia Blogh, Mandy Carter, Jan Holly, Letakis, Kelly Madden, Beth Oliver, Tom Sharbaugh PHOTOGRAPHERS Adams, Dyess, Justin Friede, Daniela J. Jaeger, Chris Kovaz, Stromlund Friedrich N. Jaeger CREATIVE GROUP PUBLISHER TOTI MEDIA, INC. P.O. Box 1227 239-472-0205 totimedia.com FounderChairman Guy Tober, President Vice PresidentC.O.O. Stromlund, CONTACT US totimedia.comcontactus PUBLISHERS Times Islands RSW LIVING Bonita Estero GULF MAIN Cape Coral Copyright by Media, Inc. All rights reserved. No part this publication may be reproduced without written permission publisher. Opinions expressed contributors are not necessarily those 6 951 7 From right General Manager, Inn, Sunset Song Sea Seaside Inn Dunes Tennis Club Regional Managing Director, Inns YOUR MAGICAL ESCAPE AWAITS Those seeking an active learn sail, take WaveRunner tour along Coast, fish, kayak, commune with nature more. laid-back beach holiday can assured our staff members will do everything they make sure you experience day fun one many pools or beaches. Casual dining adds perfect finish memorable day. If your calls more sporty endeavors, ask us about playing few rounds Gulf-front nine-hole executive golf course, enjoying sets tennis Blackwood Academy. Named Top 10 Families Parents magazine, has plenty activities children. Pint-sized guests have blast newly renovated Camp Skullywags, thanks partnership School, islands marine life through schools programs. Shopping most favored island, we happy that Chadwicks Square retail shops proven so well received. Our find from stylish resort wear, fine art collectibles beauty spa services. Provisions Company brimming gift gourmet items highest quality, even grocery shopping here, complete delivery doorstep. looking buy sell property Resort, let licensed real estate sales professionals located guide you. Whether youre market interval ownership, luxury condo beachfront home, help determine what options best fit lifestyle every step way. behalf everyone involved world-class resort, created provide guest idyllic island experience, I express my personal thanks. It hope selecting vacation, wedding business event positive you, develop lasting memories during stay us. Escape awaits ... 330-acre destination wildlife preserve, location escape. was recognized 2017 its stunning waterfront villas USA Todays Best winner TripAdvisor Certificate Excellence Award. For generations, leisure, group, social conference miles secluded shores, sparkling waters sensational sunsets just beginning. One settings country Smart Meetings Platinum Choice Award winner, timeless incentive retreats, board meetings corporate functions. Coming into new year, give incredible employees, who worked tirelessly restore pre-hurricane splendor following passing Hurricane Irma. Were grateful wonderful media family, sent messages support as close home far away Netherlands. Thanks everyones efforts, reopened week ahead schedule were delighted welcome back familiar faces. We eager tell story ongoing transformation continue tradition excellence throughout resort. notice road, which continued improvements Skullywags kids start Harbourside rooms renovation and, launch website. add events like Livingston Taylor Yacht Rock Weekend each absolute possible. success result long history serving around globe, cherish opportunity setting any occasion romantic getaways, family vacations, lavish weddings quick weekend staycations. would thank partners helping truly special destination. teamed up some outstanding companies, such Kay Casperson Boutique, Colgate Offshore School Americas No. 1-ranked sailing school, Cruises, Ambu Yoga Sunny Adventures, name few, order could desire need meeting occasion. 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Find rental boats, fishing charters sightseeing cruises Harbour Bayside marinas. Excitement Water exploring surrounding Pine Sound At all sorts watersports equipment hitting waves available. adrenaline junkie hop powerful zoom out Gulf, doing circles top speed. Parasailing over provides birds-eye view thrill lift-off. excitement also found kayaking paddleboarding. These slower, quieter often surprise paddlers great spottings frolicking dolphins deeper roseate spoonbills foraging coast. Herons, egrets long-legged waterfowl regulars easily spot. And sometimes watching seagulls flock haven sports, riding WaveRunners paddleboarding boat. together brown pelicans fly V-shape soar across bluest sky satisfying sight. Adventures Land preserve poking nook cranny adventure. Grab partner set foot explore harbor, sailboats bob shell-strewn white sands walk entire paved road resorts entrance ospreys 2.5 between North Pointe Village, tip other, network four scenic trails noteworthy names. Highway Health easy path Road. Runners Sweet Taste Victory, round-trip 5K route ends Scoops Slices sweet shop indulge--after burning off calories--in favorite candy scoop ice cream. Run View trail overlooks Redfish Pass travels Beach. longest Yucatan Do It, includes sandy portion shoes run barefoot sand. way another option. Snappy brightly colored cruisers big cushy seats bicycle northern Village stop coffee cold drink Starbucks Lands Villas Pointe. if pedal power thing, then consider cart load friends wildly outing. Kicking Back Some RR Aah, yes, lazy spent de rigueur. three however, main pool Photos cone cream always treat bicycling Seas. 11 faces pier jutting place mingle. chaise lounge friendly servers bring lunch well-deserved cocktail. You rent private cabana flat-screen television refrigerator stocked drinks prefer privacy sun. surf brought here first place, gentle immaculate wont disappoint. 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Live music vibe. Truly bar, DOC FORDS RUM Sure theres CROOKED SNOOK TIKI thatched roof 12 framed slender palm trees deep blue watery backdrop describe quintessential bar. kitchen come offerings conch fritters, tacos jerk sandwiches. 13 JAN HOLLY LIFESTYLE Own sea sky--and wise investing anibel Marty Stokess blood. His grandparents Jake Pearl Stokes, early homesteaders. sheriff officer. Martys father raised Sanibel. Owing his dads military career, much childhood islands, beckoned him home. Driving causeway still gives me thrill, Stokes said. birds, breeze, salt air. love living here. lsland unbeatable. longtime agent Properties, works closely wife, broker Joni loves sharing clients. subtropical wonderland, co-exist inhabitants protected sanctuary. Sightings manatees, dolphins, egrets, osprey routine, panoramic Sound, Intracoastal Waterway breathtaking. 18-year makes uniquely qualified their dream homes. knowledge niche exhaustive, state-of-the-art technology, pinpoint values accurately gauge future trends, ever fingertips. During economic downturn 2008 2009, experienced, decline, sideways movement, Because retiring baby boomers starting invest now, prices again moving up. sees no dramatic price increases near term, likely down. Now really good buy, he said, adding, spike. lists superb investments, because pay themselves--and some. He refers leasing opportunities offered Resorts Owner Services Program. Participants plans earn significant income, enclave, pristine, island. Demand short-term, rentals high, season. programs terms stipulate owners cede control properties. Customarily, entitled residency weeks season nine Such limits maximize revenues owner plan responsible maintaining interiors. Revenues shared according percentage. lease guarantees revenue allowance making budgeting easy, maintains repairs interior leased units, excluding HVAC system heater. Both complimentary membership value worth 10,000 year 3,500 thereafter. benefit, amenities cant matched. golf, tennis, adult pools, Many visitors fall wind buying 15 Holly extensively regular contributor income. --Marty Realtor, Real condominiums, 16 TOP PHOTOS COURTESY HILTON GRAND VACATIONS park-sized waterslide, H2Whoa slides chute jet-propels pool. They Members-only restaurants Grill, Slices. ID ticket door these amenities, To access location, either residences south End, trolley. There drive. trolley runs minutes, drop gate. Outside gate restaurants, including resortaffiliated Starbucks, plus Captivas historic Mucky Duck, Sunshine Caf Cantina Captiva. Along Andy Rosse Lane, street, boutiques, galleries, watersports-equipment stores outdoor entertainment. teem activity, Theres something do. Prospective buyers choice locations. Seabreeze Sounds panorama. Villas, Homes adjacent Marina heart seat harbor. sought-after neighborhoods, residents north beaches south. courtyard, or, courts, said smile. exception Estate Homes, association, fees insurance exterior roof, sewer, trash pickup, landscaping, elevator maintenance, accounting management. vary neighborhood neighborhood, associations eliminate ownerships headaches, Prices substantially. In current market, entry-level priced under 300,000, 655,000 755,000, condominiums 2.6 million, line. Looking advice purchasing see Stokes. promise honesty, in-depth service, turn dreams luxurious, reality--and mission 239-472-1994 877-3323382, 17 TROPICAL P matched built 1884. Turner Beach, crash continuously breakwater, Blind front door. Gulfside City Park Tarpon Bay picnicking, Bowmans spots serious shellers. accessed 25-mile-long shared-use path. cyclists committed sanctuary nature. 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Year Opened 1973 Designed Mark McCumber Fairways Bermuda Greens TifEagle Holes Par 70 Tee Marker Options Mens RatingSlope 68.8 129 5,606 67.5 120 II 5,249 yards, Ladies 72.4 138 Rating Slope 66.1 115 III 4,913 70.4 63.5 110 IIIIV 4,431 68.2 62.0 105 IV 3,997 65.5 109 Memberships variety offerings, Family 7,950 Single, Social, Tennis, Senior 30-Day sporting budget. Amenities Practice green, club included greens fees. Theyre Saying very unique feel presence elsewhere, says Shaul. layout attitude encounter property. WORK SWING recreation discounts beat ranked Southwest Floridas courses--and tennis. Take pick. Sea, partake sports memberships amenities--as Discounts package five resorts, duration stays. GOLFERS 10-time PGA Tour McCumber. laid two distinct styles--the bit links layout, side amidst preserve. shortened tract Society however recently refurbished bunkers, breathtaking native foliage. professional hone Three-time Nolan Henkes instructional academy quickly become popular. 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Congregational Church. sanibelmusicfestival.org SANIBEL-CAPTIVA ANNUAL ARTS CRAFTS FAIR held Presidents weekend. Blueway ArtFest Hopper Songwriter Fest Galloway Tri HOPPER SONGWRITER FEST SEBRIE IMAGES 77 Sam Night Independence Show Festival Holiday RANDY KAMBIC 78 LIONS 100 crafters. Parking entry donation. Proceeds benefit charities scholarships. sanibelcaptivalions.org TURTLE March-October counting nest volunteers--many Foundations sccf.org SAM ISLANDS NIGHT June CenturyLink Sports Complex-Hammond Stadium combines celebration Miracle baseball Free tickets. baileys-sanibel.com INDEPENDENCE parades, patriotic shows rides. front-row fireworks display. mile-long parade, followed treasure-hunt rally Market. Rally participation sancapoptimist.org. September performers write songs stars music. Performances admission. islandhopperfest.com GALLOWAY TRI sprint-length quarter-mile 10-mile 13. Children, 11-13, swim mile. 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Everyone LODGING Dear Guests, ARE WE DOING invite environmental commit planet place. feedback suggestions, person electronic survey upon checkout. recycle glass, aluminum, plastic, newspaper, cardboard toner cartridges, batteries, fluorescent compact bulbs. percent post-consumer content copy paper. toilet tissue chlorine-free fiber. recycled, paper chlorine-free. low-flow shower heads, faucets toilets. enjoyment. carpool. printer paper, notepads. landscaping plantings. utilize cleaning chemicals. boardwalk plastic. linen-change towel-reuse program. energy-efficient outdoors. participant Lodging Program , 2004 Environmental Protection DEP intent recognizing conscientious facilities state. rapidly growing encourages industry conserve protect resources. covers all-inclusive initiatives specific protecting preserving environment. efforts impact TURN OFF WHEN USE RAISE THERMOSTAT LEAVE ROOM PARTICIPATE TOWEL-AND-LINEN REUSE PROGRAM LET KNOW OBSERVE DRIPS LEAKS REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE HELP MAINTAIN SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT HOW SHARE IDEAS GREENING STAY CAN recycling containers bathroom vanity. plastic metal cans housekeeper Additional floor recyclable newspapers trash. air conditioner, windows closed. unit, adjust thermostat higher temperature. unit. wish pleasant Thank supporting efforts. 83 ENVIRONMENTAL COEXISTING mosquito bites. pharmacist product recommendations itching persists. down Easily recognizable, arching spikes oats stiff stems. Motorized vehicles, carts prohibited dunes removed fires allowed Jet Skis PRECAUTIONS JELLYFISH jellyfish harm untouched. Stings animal welts, rash itching. Seek medical symptoms persist. reduce pain, pour vinegar affected area, soak ALLIGATORS feed alligators. SHELLS LOGGERHEAD TURTLES STINGRAYS stingray observed year-round. months, cownose rays migrate coast Rays creatures, usually move painful sting, shuffle. shallows, shuffle vibrations barbed, immerse seek RED DRIFT ALGAE algae blooms normal occurrence ecosystem, timing predicted. produces mild odor exacerbate respiratory conditions allergies bronchitis, dangerous humans. Decaying nutrients habitat species, instead removing LAW PROHIBITS TAKING SHELLS. PLEASE CONSERVE PRECIOUS RESOURCE. INCLUDES URCHINS, SAND DOLLARS STARS. Violators subject 500 jail offense. RECYCLING newspapers, office boxes. read Sheet in-room container. stack equals 30-foot tree. ton saves 380 tons oil. glass gallons fuel. May Oct. Lights Turtles. Why confuse nesting females disorient hatchlings. curtains blinds closed facing turned dusk. clear castles holes. tracks notify desk report scientists loggerheads, leatherbacks, green vulnerable threatened Endangered Species Act. assistance keeping greatly appreciated. FLORIDA MAINTENANCE PESKY CREATURES NO-SEE-UMS MOSQUITOES aggravating winged pests sunrise. defense insect bites cool, loose-fitting Insect repellants contain DEET effective, cause irritation. No-see-ums screens, shut prevent entering no-see-ums designated Specifically, ordinance prevents raking debris seaweed, grasses, dead shellfish, etc. deposits enabling source. protected, oats. tall, perennial grass strong, extensive, underground root helps erosion. federally sunburn harmful effects UV rays, covering whenever wide-brimmed hats least SPF limit exposure direct sunlight dehydration. CHAIRS UMBRELLAS chairs first-come, first-served basis. unable reserve unattended reassigned guests. advised reasons prevailing greater hour, umbrellas issued removed. TREASURES FROM shallow-water found. WHY plateau extends acts shelf gather. Winds, storms deliver lower moons mean lowest, charts, moon charts storm, best. nastier windier TIMING tide, Junonia Fig Conch Lace Murex measures inches. photo. WHERE LOOK high-tide broken rolling surf. Shells slowly muddy tidal largest wet, crouch hands prohibits collecting alive, Never shell. Banded Tulip Aka attached roots eats oysters. Measuring inches long, dark lines encircling Spiny Jewel souvenir, brown, spines pairs joined. 85 NATURAL WONDERS AWESOME spy Bottlenose Otter Osprey RIVER OTTER river otter semi-aquatic mammal webbed tail one-third length body. features, swimmer thrives wetland habitats, estuaries. prey crayfish, snakes, crabs, Weight pounds January April artificial platforms, telephone poles radio towers. 3.5 Wingspan 5.6 BALD EAGLE bald eagle ROSEATE SPOONBILL spoonbill flamboyant wading body, orange tail, scarlet shoulders featherless, greenish head. spoon-shaped bill sweeps forth invertebrates. 3.3 YELLOW-CROWNED HERON OSPREY hawk aquatic raptor entirely Ospreys Spoonbill GREATER FLAMINGO flamingo occurs vagrant Bahamas, Indies Cuba. extremely legs. tricolored white, orange-pink black. yellow-crowned heron feeds night, crabs crayfish. Groundnesting shorebirds benefited herons appetite ghost nestlings. 1.5 Bald Eagle Greater Flamingo 86 WILLIAM COX BOTTLENOSE DOLPHIN generally mph. surfaces jump above normally diver, 850 hold 6.5 450 majestic waterdependent nests water--usually pine tree--from May. Most eagles July. 9.5 Heron Magnificent Frigatebird Ibis WHITE IBIS ibis wetlands, fields lawns. invertebrates inland nestlings tolerate intake salt. REDDISH EGRET reddish morph. morph common. bird, flies stabbing birds. forages wetlands. searching stand motionless outstretched attempt attract creates--a technique canopy feeding. ounces SNOWY snowy size, perches branches, logs stumps surface drops feathers stabs dagger-like beak. EASTERN SCREECH OWL smallest owl. owl illustrates morphs, gray preys mammals, insects. observe rests thick hunts dusk dawn. 8.5 MAGNIFICENT FRIGATEBIRD frigatebird flying summer. steals seabirds plucks crustaceans surface. Occasionally 90 TRICOLORED Tricolored Snowy Egret Screech Owl 87 324 89 Untitled-1 1918 815 1212