Spending the holidays at home can be exciting, but if you’re looking to switch up your plans this year and swap out the snow for a sunny getaway instead, Christmas on Sanibel Island promises to inspire! Here, you can relax and unwind on the sand, or head over to nearby Captiva Island and Pine Island to enjoy their holiday traditions too. No matter how you spend your time, you’re in for a treat when Sanibel Island is your Christmas destination of choice.
When you’re hoping to add as much to your Christmas trip itinerary as possible, be sure to check out the free Area Guide available through Dream Vacation Rentals. We’ll make sure you have all the information you need about local events, activities, and restaurants to enjoy.
Capture the Spirit of Christmas on Sanibel Island This Year
Check out the Tunnel of Lights
If you can’t imagine a holiday away without some wonderful Christmas light displays included in the experience, you’ll want to make your way to the Sanibel Community Playground & Park this time of year to enjoy the annual Tunnel of Lights Experience. Captiva Island hosts a similar event so you can expand the fun if you can’t wait to make the most of it all. At the Sanibel Island Tunnel of Lights, you’ll have opportunities to take a walk through an illuminated pathway set up over a bike route and relish the view as well as the festive photo opportunities. The park is easily found at 2231 Periwinkle Way.
Book a Christmas Kayaking Adventure
For many holiday visitors, the beauty of Christmas on Sanibel Island begins with the warm weather approach to the season. With December sunshine on your side, there’s no reason not to book your place on a Christmas kayaking trip with the team at Tarpon Bay Explorers. It’s a tranquil way to enjoy watery mangrove-inspired sightseeing over the holidays alongside family, friends, and a local guide. You can also swap out your kayak for a paddleboard if you choose when you’re looking to hone your balance this Christmas.
Fish and Dine on Pine Island
When you spend Christmas on Sanibel Island, you won’t be far from the beauty and allure of a Pine Island visit. Often referred to as Florida’s “Creative Coast” thanks to its many art galleries and seafood restaurants it hosts, Pine Island is the place to be this holiday season when you’re looking to start new traditions. Here, you can spend Christmas on the water casting a line in good company. The vibe is decidedly laid back and the natural environments that surround you are pristine. Across Pine Island’s 17 miles of terrain, you’ll find a variety of seafood stops where you can savor locally caught fare. Make it a Christmas fish dish to remember and don’t hesitate to come back for seconds on New Year’s Eve.
Book Your Christmas Getaway to Sunny Sanibel Island Today
Take time to enjoy the getaway to Sanibel Island you deserve this holiday season and when you do, Dream Vacation Rentals will make sure you have luxurious accommodations in place to top it all off in comfort and style. Reach out today to learn more about our inviting property options available and to start planning your trip.