Captiva Island is a barrier island on Florida's Gulf Coast. This tropical island is one of the most beautiful Gulf Coast vacation locations.  It is located in Florida’s Lee County just off the northern tip of Sanibel, on Florida's southwest coast on the Gulf of Mexico.  Captiva has been called "Florida's Tahiti " and “Florida’s Caribbean ” due to its subtropical climate and beautiful beach.

Part of the unique beauty of Captiva is that there are no high-rise buildings or fast food restaurants to mar the pristine views, tropical flora and fauna, and relaxed attitude. 

It is noted for its laid back easy lifestyle, breathtaking sunsets, and wonderful shelling. 

Often compared to the Caribbean, Captiva's beach has white sugar sand, speckled by pretty and unusual shells. (The shells are not a problem with walking barefoot on the beach; sandals or water shoes can also be used if you have a concern.)

The beach is natural and not crowded.  The Captiva beach is one of the most gorgeous in the world, and has been named one of the most romantic in the America! 

The beach is "child friendly" and swimming is safe for all ages with a gradual slope at the water line.  Activities abound including: surf fishing, shelling, sunbathing, bird watching, boating, tennis, biking and hiking.