Blades of seaweed rise up like green silk ribbons around blue striped fish surrounded by walls of beige coral. Water reaches upward to the giant suspended seashells and the octopus’ eight tentacles cling to the archway of its namesake site. Hint: you’re not in an undersea mermaid kingdom.
Although our No. 1 spot does share characteristics with royalty – such as grand-scale luxury – it is firmly on dry land. Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa is situated on 1,500 ft. of white Fort Myers sand. The Octopool described above is a delightful fantasy pool with waterfalls, sponges, underwater speakers and more that will captivate both you and the kids. Once you step outside of this magical world, a whole other one awaits. Learn to sail the Florida coast at the Colgate Offshore Sailing Club, bring your own boat into harbor at Pink Shell’s marina or simply relax with your tackle box on the 200-ft. fishing pier.
After a day enjoying the Gulf of Mexico breeze beneath a cabana or dolphin sighting in the Florida sunshine on a WaveRunner, four-star Pink Shell villas and cottages, offering soaking tubs, porcelain tile floors and enclosed lanais are a perfect complement to a beach sunset.
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Things to know:
Region: Southwest Florida
Related Onsite Offerings: Butterfly Garden, three heated swimming pools, supervised KiddsKampp®, recreational programs for adults, beach volleyball, free parking and more.
Related activities: Aquagene Spa is a sublime tropical retreat with treatments like an Ocean Energy Massage, White Algae Mask, pedicures, manicures and more.
Getting there: Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa is located between Sanibel and Naples, FL on the northern tip of Estero Island. Conveniently located 16 miles from Southwest Florida International Airport, taxi fares to the resort range from $50 to $60 for 1 to 3 persons. At the resort and on the beach, Lee Train shuttle transportation can take you to various areas of Fort Myers Beach and has a stop directly in front of the hotel.
Photos courtesy of Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa.
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