
Fall is always the quietest time of the year on the islands. It’s also one of our best-kept secrets.
Businesses have been spruced up during the summer months, the sky becomes a cerulean blue, the humidity drops and the beach beckons with its offerings of shells and long, slow, intimate walks.
Over the past few years, we’ve had more and more people tell us they visited us during the fall or the holidays and fell in love with the islands and each other. They got engaged or decided to renew their vows. There is something about slowing down and spending time getting reacquainted on our beautiful island that leads to these romantic outcomes. We hope you decide to ignite or rekindle your relationship with us this fall.
Stop back next month to see what’s new at Island Vacations!

‘Ding Darling Days
Oct. 15-21
Activities for all!
‘Ding Darling Days has been a favorite pastime for residents and guests for years. This weeklong event is a wonderful experience and a great way to learn about the many aspects of the refuge and the benefits it provides to our human and wildlife community. The activities are varied with an eye to offering fun & educational experiences for all family members. Many are free. Be sure to check out the calendar of events.
If you love birding, don’t overlook Oct. 20th.
Tour on your own, or let the folks at Tarpon Bay Explorers take you on one of their informative trolley tours!
Island Vacations takes pride in our award-winning selection of condos, homes, and cottages. Our owners continue to update their properties for your comfort and convenience. This summer we have added some new options for your 17-18 Sanibel stay! We have more properties waiting for their photo shoot, so check back again for updates.
Here are some of our new options:
Beachy Keen – Monthly Rental

Egret Home – Monthly Rental

Pointe Santo E3 – Weekly Rental

Pointe Santo E7 – Weekly Rental

Sunflower Cottage – Monthly Rental

Thank you for voting us “The Best”
Each year our local paper, “The Island Reporter”, devotes two issues to asking residents and guests who they consider the best business providers in specific categories. Since 2015 Island Vacations has been pleased to have been nominated the best in several areas.
We thought you’d enjoy this brief video and we want to thank our owners for providing us with such wonderful properties to offer our guests. With all of us working together, we hope to continue being “The Best” for many years to come. THANK YOU!