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Palm and Peach Getaway: Your Beach Escape Is Closer Than You Think

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Edited By Chase Clements, McClatchy Media Commerce

The bags are packed. The getaway is booked. Everyone’s excited. That is, until …

… airport parking is already full.

… the security lines are a complete mess.

… your flight gets delayed, and you have no idea why.

This summer, choose fun over frustration with an effortless escape to South Seas.

Not far from home, but far enough that it feels like a true getaway, this Captiva Island retreat was made for connection. Familiar, relaxed and natural, it feels like you belong the moment you arrive. Even better, we’re making it easy for our neighbors to get away: With the Palm and Peach Getaway offer, Florida and Georgia residents save 30% on stays of 2+ nights!

What can you do during a South Seas summer break?

Make Waves

South Seas
South Seas

Let your cares float away with lazy beach days, shimmering pools, and the family-favorite Captiva Landing, which takes fun to new heights with five acres of activity. With twisting slides, erupting splash pads and a lazy river for sun-drenched drifting, splashing around isn’t only OK — it’s encouraged. But there’s plenty of play on land, too, including a classic arcade, casual dining with family favorites and even a special Camp-tiva program for youngsters.

Captiva Landing highlights:

  • Bottlenose Bay: Exhilarating slides, tipping buckets, splash zones
  • Gulfstream: A winding, palm-shaded lazy river
  • The Cove: A serene tropical pool paradise
  • Flippers: Casual dining with island classics
  • The Arcade: Retro games and timeless fun
  • Camp-tiva: Nature education and hands-on discovery for kids

Savor the Flavors

South Seas
South Seas

Dining options at South Seas make it easy for everyone, with elevated experiences, casual bites, and everything in between. Harborside boasts spectacular views overlooking Yacht Harbor Marina to go with Italian steakhouse-inspired cuisine and seafood, while the Beach House is perfect for sunsets and open-air dining under the stars. The contemporary atmosphere and Gulf views at Redfish Grill make it a favorite as well.

Scoops & Slices, a laid-back eatery serving grinders, pizzas and towering ice cream sundaes with Tarpon Bar at Bayview Pool serving your favorite drink and poolside bites.

Make Yourself at Home

From design-forward retreats to laid-back hideaways, South Seas accommodations each offer their own magic: Options include Beach Villas steps from the sand, Marina Villas with front-row water views and ultra-private Homes of Distinction providing room to sprawl in style.

Pitch & Putt

A round at The Clutch is a hole-in-one for golfers of all skill levels, from advanced players to beginners. This welcoming short course named after a turtle’s nest features a family-friendly atmosphere and scenic holes representing parts of the island’s history.

Explore the Outdoors

South Seas
South Seas

From hitting the water on a paddleboard or kayak to zooming around on WaveRunners, taking boat tours or simply watching for manatees and dolphins, this is a coastal playground with adventure for everyone.

Island Style Shopping

Escape into island style at The Shops at South Seas — your destination for breezy fashion, beach-ready essentials and laid-back coastal vibes. Browse favorites like Everything But Water, Lilly Pulitzer, and J.McLaughlin, along with South Seas’ own Outfitters, Spirits and Provisions shops.

Skip the airport this summer. South Seas has it all, and it’s all right here.

No flights. No stress. Just the perfect change of pace.

Learn more and book now.

Chase Clements
McClatchy Commerce
Based in Kansas City, Chase Clements is the Commerce Content Manager for McClatchy.
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