On March 14, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee) lifted the health alerts issued onDec. 9, Dec. 10, Dec. 26, Jan. 3, Jan. 31, Feb. 4, Feb. 5, Feb. 6, Feb. 10 and Feb. 12 for the ...

The Sanibel Lighthouse has been in service since 1884 to light the entrance into San Carlos Bay. Now, this iconic Sanibel Island landmark on the island's eastern tip, nearly 140 years old, is a ...

The new $90M Lee County bridge will replace the current span, but have more navigation clearance for boats and a lifespan of ...

Fill up the car and head to these coastal destinations for an affordable beach vacation. Whether you're looking for a peaceful seaside escape to get in touch with nature or a beach with amenities ...

Captiva Beach has been nominated as “Best Restored Beach” through several organizations, and Sanibel Beach and Fishing Pier is home to the Sanibel Lighthouse!

Note to readers: This story has been updated with new information since it was originally published. Road upgrades are happening right before our eyes in Southwest Florida. Whether you are going ...

From the shores of Sanibel and Captiva Islands to the charming town of Mexico Beach and the vibrant Panama City, Florida’s Gulf Coast has faced tremendous challenges in recent years following ...

Lisa Cericola has been on staff at Southern Living since 2015. As Deputy Editor, Lisa manages the food and travel departments and edits those sections of each issue, as well as digital content.