Samantha kicks off her trip with a boat ride to the remote island of Cayo Costa, where she learns about the unique place, and finds some extraordinary shells. Hopping islands, Samantha meets Rob Wells, co-owner of the family owned Cabbage Key, who talks to her about being a steward of the island while showing Samantha his favorite spots.

Samantha Brown’s Places to Love: Ft. Myers and Sanibel Island, Florida originally aired on PBS on 4/22/21.