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Periwinkle Way

Sanibel Island, FL
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping
Description: The main street running through Sanibel Island is lined with shops, boutiques, galleries and cafes.
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Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

bike paths to walk or peddle along periwinkle way. A bit crowded certain times of the day but not the delay type of thing. nice shops and restaurants.

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Chicago, Illinois
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9 attraction reviews
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116 helpful votes 116 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Excellent place to bicycle , people watching at Jerrys while sipping a cub of tea and I don't even miss the traffic Wish I were there

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

There are so many shops to go to and spend! My daughter especially loves Toys Ahoy as it is one of our favorites. The lady that owns it is absolutely delightful as is her son that often works there! The Blue Giraffe restuarant has wonderful food and a great wait staff. The manager is kind as well. My daughter also... More

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Decatur, Alabama
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Good shops, well landscaped, friendly staff; but, the early closing hours are not friendly to folks who want to beach all day, eat dinner and then shop for a few minutes. Extended hours at least until 9 p.m. would be helpful.

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Peterborough, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Very well kept and clean outdoor mall....odd mix of shops, a bit pricey but still not bad...liked the surf shop and good price on sandals...too many jewelry shops...

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Pelham, Canada
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

I liked the fact everyone drove the speed limit and allowed others to get off and on the road with ease. It seemed as if nobody was in a hurry anywhere on this island. Made it a very stress-free holiday!

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Bay City, Michigan
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Traffic crawls along this main drag, where most businesses are located on Sanibel. There are some beautiful homes and lovely greenery and landscaping. Watch your speed--police are always around, but then, you really can't even get up to speed, because of the crazy traffic!!!

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Overland Park, Kansas
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

The traffic and congestion was awful. Nice drive though and very through to everything you need. Police control at intersections was a big help.

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See 6 more reviews by Toto2010 for Sanibel Island
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013 via mobile

Periwinkle Way is the "Main" street of Sanibel. The street is dotted with gift shops, restaurants, bike shops and grocery stores. The She Sells Sea Shells shops unofficially marks the two ends of the street. There is plenty to see and do here. As well as many good eateries. As you crawl along in traffic during the high season be... More

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Belvidere, Illinois
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21 reviews 21 reviews
5 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

We always enjoy Periwinkle Way for shopping, strolling, people watching and dining. You will want to ride your bike up and down this street many times-you will always see something new!!

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