The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel are located in Southwest Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. Renowned for their laid-back appeal, the islands conjure up barefoot getaways and abound with wildlife and nature on both land and water. Visitors return year after year once they discover The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel, and through this course you'll learn about the many different regions and activities within the destination. Each island provides something special for every individual client's needs. Online training academy launches - www.Island-findings.com The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel is pleased to announce that its new online training academy has launched. It is a great way to learn more about what is one of the most beautiful parts of Florida with the course providing information on where to visit, what to do and how to sell us. Up until the end of May if you register and complete our course you'll be entered into a draw to win one of four £25 "Love To Shop" vouchers. Nature Watch The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel is a haven for wildlife and May sees an amazing array of activity in our natural habit. This month advise your clients to look out for: •  Sea turtles nesting on Sanibel beaches (May to October) •  Peak of wading bird nesting •  Tarpon season is in full swing on Sanibel by May

And remember to look out for our fun events this year:   Featured Event MangoMania Tropical Fruit Festival, Pine Island (July 2017) - The mango is the star attraction for two days each summer on Pine Island. Go wild for fruit as you sample locally-grown delicacies at this annual affair, an unusual celebration of all the tropical fruit grown on the island, which includes lychee, carambola, longan, papaya, and “chocolate pudding fruit.”   Featured Event 31st Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship, Fort Myers Beach (November 2017) - This fun-filled event will include world-class master sand sculptors, a state championship contest, an amateur contest, sand sculpting demonstrations and lessons, and much more. With more than 1,000 tons of sand, master sand sculptors are returning to Fort Myers Beach forming the largest sand sculpting event in the state, plying their craft and showcasing their artistry in what USA Today and CNN Travel have named a “must-see” and one of the 10 best sand sculpting competitions in the world.