Sarasota is home to some of the Gulf’s most beautiful beaches. A vacation to the area must include at least a day or 2 relaxing at the smooth, white sand beaches of Siesta Key. Of course, most people can only handle the harsh Florida heat and humidity for so long. Fortunately, there are ...

Florida’s Southwest Coast is known for being home to some of the most gorgeous beaches in the country. Unlike the congested, oftentimes commercialized beaches of Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Venice beaches offer a less hectic ambiance and an all around more leisure oriented vibe. Don’t get ...

If you are looking for something different to do on Florida’s Gulf Coast besides beaches, boat tours, and water-sports, then you may want to check out one of the numerous beautiful parks and preserves found scattered throughout the area. All too often, both tourists and locals skip the ...

Circle B Bar Reserve is the perfect day trip for both Tampa residents looking to escape the congestion and also Orlando tourists who are looking for a relaxing day away from the theme parks. Located in Lakeland, the reserve is just an hour drive from both cities. Here you will enjoy a refreshing ...

Oscar Sherer State Park is a great choice for visitors to the Sarasota and Venice areas who are seeking something a bit different than beaches, cruises, and tourist attractions. If you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet, head straight over to Oscar Sherer State Park in Ospry, located halfway ...

Despite the warm temperatures that still linger on in Florida well into November and December (this time of year, the daily highs average in the low 70’s and nights in the 60’s), you can still enjoy a few fun themed events to help you get into the holiday spirit. Even though by day ...

The Florida Botanical Gardens, located in suburban Tampa, is a wonderful year-round nature oasis featuring over 30 acres of maintained gardens. A few of the numerous gardens you will find include: a tropical fruit garden, a succulent garden featuring desert plants, a palm garden, and a butterfly ...

While most areas around the county are starting to see temperatures that dip into the lower 40’s and 50’s (and several even anticipating the first (or second!) snow storm of the season), the central Florida Gulf Coast is still averaging temperatures in the lower-mid 70’s.  ...

If you have ever seen Animal Planet’s original series Tanked, then you are well aware of the creative aquarium masterpieces designed by Wayde and Brett of Acrylic Tank Manufacturing, a Las Vegas based company. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the show, Tanked is a reality series ...

Tampa, Florida is most well known for being home to Busch Gardens, part of the SeaWorld family of amusement parks, and one of the most visited theme parks in the US.  The Florida Aquarium and Zoo Tampa are 2 other notable attractions in the area, popular with both locals and tourists. ...