It’s easy to see how Sanibel Island, a Florida barrier island known for its pristine beaches, near-perfect weather, and ...

Margaret Laycock collected seashells with her daughter, Katie Laycock, for 22 years. At Katie's bridal shower on Feb. 1 in Florida, Margaret surprised her with two wedding bouquets handmade out of ...

What’s in a name? When it comes to sea turtles, it turns out, a pretty distinguishing trait. “The animal kingdom is filled ...

The South is home to some of the finest stretches of sand and coastal communities in the country. Here are our readers' ...

She also spent part of the winter in Sanibel, Florida and assembled a large shell collection. After raising her family — she gave up nursing after the birth of her first child — she assumed ...

“Whether you’re looking for a peaceful seaside escape or a beach with amenities like shops and water sports equipment rentals, the Gulf Coast – which spans Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and ...

The shell show is at Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa ... teeming mudflats and intricate oyster reefs while searching for amazing wildlife like sea stars, large snails, birds, dolphins and ...

Where to stay: Maine's large selection of campgrounds makes ... of the various beach and water activities, including shelling at nearby Sanibel Island (known as the "Seashell Capital of the ...