Tradewinds Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sanibel Island Southern Beach during your trip to Sanibel?
Sanibel Island Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sanibel with a trip to Sanibel Island Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Bowman's Beach
Relax and revel in a visit to one of the area’s most beautiful beaches, great for swimming, fishing and finding special seashells.
Periwinkle Way
The island’s spine is also its commercial hub. Drive or bike the road’s length to find attractions and discover many stores and restaurants.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
See almost anything that flies, swims or crawls in Florida in this protected area. Become acquainted with wildlife while learning about varied species.
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sanibel Historical Museum and Village during your trip to Sanibel. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Southwest Florida Sunset Sail
Fort Myers Beach 90 Minute Round Tiki Boat Cruise
CLEAR Kayak Sunset & Light Tour - Bonita Springs / Ft Myers Beach
Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Bunche Beach
Our pick of the best Tradewinds Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
Amazing
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Pool bar was fantastic, food was great, service was impeccable. Beach was right there at pool. Amazing view!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Coral-Fort Myers Area by IHG
Very clean room, comfortable bed and sheets. Good breakfast-especially the coffee!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Lani Kai Beachfront Resort
Everything was perfect except for their beds. I can sleep on anything, but their beds are very weird squishy mattresses? With a few layers of bedding… I can’t explain it, but it was not good. Everything else there was GREAT!! The people are wonderful and the beachfront is wonderful and all of the ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ft Myers
Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa
Unfortunately we had the unpleasant experience of staying at the Captiva Tower. So, no the pool was not enjoyable because of the sewer smell coming from the parking lot. I spoke to management and they did apologize for the lack of service, amenities and cleanliness of Captiva Tower and did refund ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tradewinds
Chateaux Sur Mer
While Chateaux Sur Mer isn't home to many top sights, Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gulf Shores
When in Gulf Shores, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gulf Pines
While Gulf Pines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Heron's Landing
When in Heron's Landing, you can plan a visit to Bowman's Beach and Blind Pass Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Rocks
While there might not be top attractions in East Rocks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
