There's never a dull moment in Southwest Florida. With something to entertain kids of every generation, a few days on our white-sand beaches and everywhere in-between brings you and your loved ones ...

This hidden island on Florida's Gulf Coast is the perfect place for a picnic after hunting for seashells. You'll just need to ...

After cautioning beachgoers about unsafe fecal bacteria levels earlier this month, health officials say it's OK to go back in the water at Bowditch Point Park on Fort Myes Beach. Be aware, though, the ...

As National Seashell Day and the first day of summer arrive on June 20, Sanibel Island, the Seashell Capital of the World, offers more than sand and sun. It offers a hunt for nature’s ...

Lee Melsek left Fort Myers Beach two decades ago, but he still daydreams about the pristine paradise of his childhood in the '50s and '60s.

This specialized wheelchair is designed for use on sand, allowing individuals with mobility challenges to enjoy the beach ...

Lee County's health department has issued a water advisory for Bowditch Point Park at Fort Myers Beach. Routine tests revealed unsafe levels of fecal bacteria, which can cause illness in swimmers.

Health officials have lifted a water quality advisory for Bowditch Point Park on Fort Myers Beach. An earlier test showed fecal bacteria levels more than 28 times the safety threshold. The bacteria, ...