Vacations are meant to be relaxing, and Captiva Island, a tiny five-mile-long island in Southwest Florida has fully embraced that sentiment. Everything about the under-the-radar destination encourages ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Take a short walk off the beach ... sunset views and Old Captiva House, an upscale restaurant praised for its fresh seafood. You can access Captiva Island from Sanibel ...

Sanibel and Captiva Islands on Florida's Gulf Coast are the perfect destinations for a slower-paced getaway. Famous for their ...

I suggest heading to Sanibel and Captiva Islands or the panhandle for a relaxing beach vacation ... as they watch the sunset at Mallory Square. For a quieter side of Florida, visit Mount Dora.