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Amidst a 330-acre wildlife nature preserve on Captiva Island, South Seas Island Resort offers a luxurious setting with an array of activities on Florida's Gulf Coast. From world-class shelling on two-and-a-half miles of pristine white-sand beaches to embarking on a fishing adventure with dolphins swimming in the boat's wake, the resort is an island paradise. Plus, the property offers exclusive perks for Five Star Alliance guests. Continue reading below the photo.
For families, the resort's Camp Skullywags offers programs designed for children ages 3 to 11 years old, led by knowledgeable activities coordinators. The ScoutAbout program encourages families to grab a ScoutAbout map and their camera to go on an island adventure to discover manatees, dolphins, and sunsets. While the Sanibel Sea School has learning programs for children to learn snorkeling, surfing, and net fishing. Plus, families can relax in private cabanas at one of three pools with H2Whoa! Water Slides and a nearby waterfront tiki bar. Want to capture the special moments? The resort also offers family portrait sessions (must be scheduled in advance). Continue reading below the pool photo.
Golfers can play a round on the Captiva Course, a 9-hole, par-27 executive course, named on the "Top Five Short Courses" in the world with palm trees and views of the Gulf. While the Blackwood Tennis Academy at South Seas Island Resort offers world-class professional training and instruction for tennis players of all levels.
The property's gulfside location provides an array of water-related activities such as paddleboarding, jet skiing, and kayaking, as well as sunset cruises, private charters aboard a catamaran, or partaking in sailing lessons at the Colgate Offshore Sailing School.
FIVE STAR ALLIANCE PERK: Guests booking the "5 Star Signature Package" rate or "Best Available Rate" will also receive two full American Breakfast per bedroom per day and a daily $25 resort credit per accommodation.
South Seas Island Resort is a 330-acre full service destination resort on tropical Captiva Island in Southwest Florida. South Seas combines a natural wonderland with modern resort amenities and accommodations.
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