Shopping Plazas

CHADWICK’S SQUARE

Chadwick’s Square has it all, including designer swimwear, footwear, clothing and accessories at a wide array of boutiques. There’s also a spa that purveys its own nourishing skincare products and an art gallery presenting works by local professional artists. Don’t forget to stop by the gourmet grocery, serving pastries, prepared foods and prime meats as well as over 150 imported and domestic wines. Captiva, southseas.com/ resort- activities/ shopping- en. html

OLDE SANIBEL SHOPPES

Bring Fido along on your holiday shopping at this pet- friendly center with Old Florida charm. Buy a gift for your four- legged friends at the gourmet pet store, and then buy for everyone else on your list with options ranging from art to women’s and children’s clothing, handbags and accessories. There’s even a cafe serving the best homemade blueberry cobbler around.

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PERIWINKLE PLACE

What better place to gift hunt than Periwinkle Place? Shop at leading fashion retailers, jewelry stores and gift shops, enjoy alfresco dining, and relax at the full- service spa. The lush, park- like shopping oasis even has its own playground where the kids can let off steam during the holiday shopping.

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TAHITIAN GARDENS

You’ll find gifts galore at Tahitian Gardens, with numerous jewelry and gift shops, fashion boutiques, toy stores and much, much more. Take a break from all the shopping at one of the plaza’s dining options. Breakfast, lunch and dinner choices range from burgers and sandwiches to island- style fare. Sanibel, shoponsanibel.com

TOWN CENTER

A tucked- away treasure of a destination, Town Center has everything from made- to- order sandwiches to a rejuvenating on- site yoga studio, which offers classes for beginners through advanced. You can even spruce up your holiday dance moves; private and group dance instruction is offered at the dance center. Sanibel, shoponsanibel. com

THE VILLAGE SHOPS

The Village Shops has it all for your holiday preparations. Pick up a bottle of award- winning tropical fruit juice wine at the on- premise wine retailer, and grab gifts ranging from bath products to art and fine jewelr y. Poke into the fashion boutiques to find a dazzling addition to your wardrobe. Finally, get holiday party- ready at the plaza’s on- site hair and nail salon where you’ll find hair care for the entire family and a salon exclusively for men. Sanibel,

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