Marco Island OR Sanibel/Ft. Myers??
Jan 13th, 2001, 12:01 PM
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Robin, thanks for the tip. I had already done my daily browsing of the NY Times site, but since Naples never appeared as a headline, I had missed that article. Their mentioning of Annabelle's is quite funny. Yes the decor is wild and worth a peak. Rumor has it that the extemely wealthy owners were looking for a way to dump a lot of money (call it laundering if you like). Friends ate there two weeks ago. They were two of the total of 6 people eating in the glamorous upstairs dining room, although the downstairs bar was filled with trendsetters before venturing off to Campiello, Chops, or Pazzo for dinner. After the waiter brought them the wrong drinks, reversed one person's appetizer and main course, and totally screwed up the other's main course, they were totally unimpressed with the whole operation. The main course of gnocci, costing $24 I believe, consisted of three (count 'em, three) pieces of gnocci in the center of a huge plate swimming in what seemed to be canned tomato sauce. The other had a main course of seared tuna for around $30 that would have fit on a cracker. They left after dropping about $150 for the two of them with a drink and a glass of wine each plus the two courses, went hope and two hours later fixed themselves a snack.
With the boom in Naples comes some real rip-off joints. The one time we had lunch at Annabelle's (before it was redone this past summer) we were shocked when on our bill we were each charged $7.50 for our iced teas--a total of $15.00. We had assumed that the two refills we had were free, but each time they poured about a half cup of tea into our ice filled stemmed glasses they charged us another $2.50 each. And my pappardelle with sun dried tomatoes and artichokes came out as angel hair with that canned tomato sauce tasting stuff. They informed me that they were out of pappardelle, artichokes, and sun dried tomatoes even though it was a special that day and it was then about 12:30 PM -- who got the special, I wondered? All in all the whole thing was one of the most incredible dining experiences I've ever had.
With the boom in Naples comes some real rip-off joints. The one time we had lunch at Annabelle's (before it was redone this past summer) we were shocked when on our bill we were each charged $7.50 for our iced teas--a total of $15.00. We had assumed that the two refills we had were free, but each time they poured about a half cup of tea into our ice filled stemmed glasses they charged us another $2.50 each. And my pappardelle with sun dried tomatoes and artichokes came out as angel hair with that canned tomato sauce tasting stuff. They informed me that they were out of pappardelle, artichokes, and sun dried tomatoes even though it was a special that day and it was then about 12:30 PM -- who got the special, I wondered? All in all the whole thing was one of the most incredible dining experiences I've ever had.
Jan 13th, 2001, 06:36 PM
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Absolutely Sanibel is the place ! It is delightful. There are countless choices in resorts and condo rentals. Most on the Gulf beach. We have gone to Sanibel for 25 yrs. and rent a condo through Priscilla Murphy Vacation Rentals : 1-888-265-1740
Enjoy ! It's a unique place.
Enjoy ! It's a unique place.
Jan 13th, 2001, 06:43 PM
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Sorry Robin I was so excited to share my enthusiasm for Sanibel that I had NOT read all the responses before typing in mine ! I saw later that you made your choice, but maybe next time around you'll try Sanibel. It's a great place with children, too.
Have a good time !
Have a good time !
Jan 15th, 2001, 04:17 AM
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Looks like you've solved your Sanibel vs Marco question. But before using Priceline for anything, strongly recommend you check the PL discussion board at www://ezboard.com/pricelineandexpediabidding (I think that's it). Read the FAQ's and winning bid info for your area or type of bid (car, hotel, air ticket).
Jan 15th, 2001, 08:35 AM
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e're just back from a week on sanibel (12-9 thru 12-16) stayed at the shalimar resort that another post mentioned.. was wonderful.. about a dozen cottages with kitchens.. gas grills available outside.. a nice uncrowded pool.. right on the gulf.. a 250 room high rise isn't MY idea of a vacation.. marco and naples are very nouveau riche.. crowded.. trust me.. take a couple books.. take a shelling charter one day.. be sure to have dinner at the green flash on captiva.. and enjoy!!
Jan 26th, 2001, 05:50 AM
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I want to thank everyone who had information about Priceline and Sanibel. We are heading to Sanibel next week and staying at a South Seas beach cottage.Our trip plans came at short notice, so we had some challenges finding a decent place. I will def. check out Priceline next time.
Mar 29th, 2001, 05:06 PM
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We are trying to decide where to go in December. I am looking at Eagle's Nest Resort on Marco Island or Casa Ybel on Sanibel. Our only "requirements" are a beach view and the ability to rent jet skis, etc. Our son is 17 so that is a necessity! I have read all the other messages, and I think I'm more confused now than I was before. Both sound wonderful. We prefer less crowded places, if that helps. Thanks in advance for your help.
Apr 3rd, 2001, 04:01 PM
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We have been going to Marco for the last 14 years. Our favorite restaurants are Kretch's (causal and wonderful seafood), Arturro's(Italian) Voyager(at the Marriott). Konrads or the Bavarian Inn (owned by the same person but very different and very good) Enjoy!!
Apr 4th, 2001, 09:28 AM
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Sanibel definately!!!!!!! It's beautiful, and there is alot of places to stay! Go onto sanibel-captivachamberofcommerce.com and check it out! We are yearly visitors! Sanibel harbour is nice, but not exactly on the island, nice for couples though. We rent a condo for two weeks every July!
