Sanibel's Shining Star

If you haven't treated yourself recently, be sure and stop in Shiny Objects in Tahitian Gardens. You don't need to buy one of their beautiful pieces (but you'd be silly not to), you just need to meet Marcos DeAraujo. Marcos is an E-Award's winner this year and an employee extraordinaire. He is Mr. Customer Service and Tahitian Garden's version of a Nordie (Nordstrom's employee)! Gracious, helpful, considerate, with a flair for color and the ability to coordinate your favorite shiny objects. He truly goes above and beyond to make your shopping experience an enjoyable memory.

"I am still shocked at having received this award," was his comment several days after the ceremony. The award is named after Elaine McLaughlin, former executive director of the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. Since its inception 10 years ago it has been bestowed on employees of tourism and supporting industries who exhibit exceptional customer service. Over 300 Lee County employees were nominated this year; only a handful actually received an award.

Stop in and meet Marcos, be reminded of what great customer service is all about. And while you're there, peruse the shiny objects displayed on the walls. You may not spend a fortune, but you'll leave feeling like a million!

Port Sanibel Marina's New, LOW, Wet Slip Rates

Sanibel- (Sept. 23, 2010) - "We believe we currently offer the lowest dockage rates in the area, along with one of the quickest access times to popular boating destinations," stated Evelyn Steward, dock master at Port Sanibel Marina. Yearly dockage is now $11.00 per foot with an additional two months Free at the end of the lease. Six month leases are now $12.00 per foot with an additional one month Free at the end of the lease. Month to month dockage is available at $13.00 per foot.

By water Port Sanibel Marina is just a 15 minute cruise to the Gulf, the ICW or the river. By lad it is located at 14341 Port Comfort Road in Ft. Myers, off McGregor one mile before the Sanibel Causeway Bridge, easy access year round.

Port Sanibel Marina has fixed docks, beautiful green spaces for doggy time, a half-mile long boardwalk through the mangrove forest for morning walks and free, convenient, pavered parking close to your boat. Clean and bright restrooms, showers, and laundry make this a comfortable and convenient place to dock your boat.

Low rates, special fuel rates for boats call in the marina home and ship store discounts will enhance your boating pleasure. Experience the comfort, security, easy access and friendly staff at Port Sanibel Marina. The Lighthouse Restaurant, an award winning establishment, is situated on the property for your dining enjoyment.

Call 239-437-1660 or visit us online: www.PortSanibelMarina.com

Sanibel Fall Cruise Schedule

Adventures In Paradise located at Port Sanibel Marina announces their new Autumn Cruise Schedule.

Fishing the Backwaters Sealife Encounter Excursions Dolphin Watches Shelling & Lunch

plus our romantic

Sunset Cruise.

Paddle a canoe or kayak through the mangrove trail or rent one of our Grady White or Azure Power Boats. Ship store is open daily 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for all your boating needs.

Backwater Fishing departs at 9:00 a.m., returns at noon. Everything you need to fish is provided.

Shelling the Outer Islands including lunch on Cabbage Key departs at 9:00 a.m. and returns at 3:00 p.m Complimentary chairs, umbrellas and floats provided.

The Sealife Encounter Excursion departs at 12:30 p.m. returning at 3:00 p.m. Join Florida Gulf Coast University marine biologists on board for netting, observing and hands on experiences.

For a romantic and relaxing end of the day experience our Sunset Cruise on "Dolphin Waters", a 45 foot powered catamaran. Sailing at 6:30 p.m. and returning at 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a romantic sunset, watch dolphins play and experience a variety of birds settling in for the evening on remote sanctuary islands. Complementary soft drinks and water provided.

All cruises depart from Port Sanibel Marina at 14341 Port Comfort Road. Call 239-472-8443 or 239-437-1660 to reserve your complementary trolley pick up or for additional information. Visit us online http://www.adventuresinparadise.com/.

Sanibel Shopping or the Sanibel Stoop?

People come out to Sanibel to shell and end the day with the Sanibel Stoop! That bent over look from hours of hunting in the sand for the elusive Junonia or other marvels that wash up on shore!

If you need a break during the day, straighten out and head over to some of the shopping centers and discover another Sanibel experience, Shopping in privately owned stores! This is what we all wish for as we sit on hold, argue with our computer or stand in the middle of a box store looking for someone who can help. A real store with a real on site proprietor who knows their product, stands behind it and wants to see a happy customer walk out their door.

So if you're looking for a great way to spend Labor Day, support an American business person and buy local. Within a mile on and off Periwinkle you'll find Tahitian Gardens, The Village Shops, Olde Sanibel Shoppes and Town Center. A combination of about 30 stores and restaurants of which many will be open for your shopping enjoyment.
P.S. A Sanibel shopping bonus:you can shop in your flip flops and cover up. Dress code is relaxed!