Sanibel Island, Florida
Most folks would know how to describe Florida: swaying palms, white-sand beaches, and crystal-clear blue waves. But this breathtaking place has its drawbacks, such as high-rise condos, overrun shorelines, and Florida Men.
However, that’s not the case on Sanibel Island. This is basically Florida’s best leave-your-worries-at-home destination. The southern half of the region is full of secluded beaches, and cool seaside stays at places like the Sanibel Beach Resort (which has its own tiki bar).
The northern part is protected by the US National Wildlife Refuge System. There you can spot more than 200 hundred species of birds, eagles, and gators along marshy trails. From there, you can take a short boat journey to nearby islands like Cayo Costa and Captiva, where you’ll find other mesmerizing beaches to lounge on and even many sandbars to snorkel through.
