Summer has flown by and it won’t be long now before school bells are ringing once again. Before you start that mad scramble of buying school supplies and new clothes, why not take one more relaxing family vacation to beautiful Captiva Island?

‘Tween Waters Inn is making this easy for you by offering our “Back to School” special – a whopping 50% off every Sunday-Thursday night reservation August 1 – September 2, 2010!

Simply book your vacation and then enjoy a little R&R before hitting the books.

CALL ONLY FOR RESERVATIONS: 800.223.5865 and mention “Back to School”

While the northeast part of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico works hard to preserve its beauty and health, the state of Florida remains untouched by the effects of the oil crisis — which of course means, Sanibel and Captiva Islands are just as magically wonderful as always. And while nature can always change her mind, all projections at this point are that our natural beauty will remain as is.

For your information, you can always keep up with the very latest beach conditions by visiting our highly-popular “Captiva Beach Live” cam right here — now one of the “official” beach vistas for the Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau.

And if this gorgeous view isn’t enough to convince you to come visit now, how would a FREE NIGHT ON US sound? Simply stay three or more days, and you’ll enjoy an additional one FREE — plus FREE, a $100 dining certificate? Wow. Wow. And yes, wow.

Book now, right here! See you soon!

Celebrate the most romantic day of the year at Old Captiva House, located at ‘Tween Waters Inn on Captiva Island, Fla. with stunning views facing what Travelocity calls the most “romantic sunset in America.” Enjoy a special menu and Chef inspirations from celebrated Chef, Jason Miller.

The Sweetheart Dinner, devoted to two, includes Crab Cakes, Old Captiva House Salad, Surf and Turf, including a four-ounce filet mignon and seven-ounce lobster tail, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and “Strawberry Love” dessert, from only $150 per couple. Plus, enjoy a champagne toast to begin or complete the meal and the evening. For reservations or more information, call 239.472.5161 x 421. Reservations are recommended.

“The sweetheart special is a wonderful way to say ‘I Love You’ on Valentine’s Day,” says ‘Tween Waters Inn General Manager, Jeff Shuff. “It’s an easy solution to wondering what to get your special someone. It’s romantic, luxurious and you know everyone involved will love it.”

Old Captiva House also features a special, hand-selected menu for Valentine’s Day, for those dining alone or as a group. Starters include Lobster Spring Rolls, Bacon Wrapped Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Coulis and other appetizer favorites. Entrée features include the Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Half-Roasted Duck, Roasted Snapper, Caribbean Grilled Grouper, Coconut Prawns, Vegetable Brochette, and delicious regulars likes the Pecan Crusted Mahi Mahi, Lobster Ravioli, and our Chef’s Inspirations.

Stay the night and enjoy rates as low as $290 per night for a Waterview Guestroom, including two queen beds, refrigerator and spectacular views of that romantic sunset or sunrise. All rooms include complimentary continental breakfast buffet and wireless Internet.

Start your new year right from day one by ringing in 2010 at the legendary ‘Tween Waters Inn Island Resort, with special packages and rates for the New Year, a roaring party at the Crow’s Nest, and special menu prepared at Old Captiva House.

The resort will be hosting the Island’s biggest and best New Year’s Eve party from 9 p.m. to close (you know the date) with music by the infamous Modulators — Captiva’s best and most requested band. With tickets at the door available for $25, be ready for great music by the Modulators, party favors and a champagne toast at the Captiva Island’s biggest and best. Bar opens at 4:00pm. Food service is from 5:00pm – 9:00pm (not 10pm as usual) and will include a limited holiday menu. Reservations are required for parties of 10 or more only. At 9:00pm there will be a $25 cover charge and guests will need to be 21 years old or older to be in the Crow’s Nest. A wristband will be issued and is sold on a first come / first serve basis beginning at 9:00pm. No advance purchase available.

Stay for the night of fun as ‘Tween Waters offers two night packages between the dates of December 30 to January 2, from $399. Stay a third night starting from $549. If you plan to redeem this spectacular deal, reservations are recommended. Keep in mind, there is limited availability, this deal is not valid with any other specials or discounts, and not valid with existing reservations.

Add to the night’s events at Old Captiva House, serving a special holiday menu. All Old Captiva House dining on New Year’s eve is by reservation only and requires a credit card to hold that reservation. Dining is open until 10 pm and includes such delectables as: blue crab stuffed shrimp, New York strip, sautéed macadamia nut chicken, pecan crusted mahi mahi, and other irresistible delights.