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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

It’s beginning to feel like the fall season…the pumpkin spice latte is back out, leaves are beginning to change color, the weather is getting cooler, and all thoughts of going to the beach are slowing starting to drift away. Well, everywhere but Florida that is! As the milder fall ...

Florida’s Gulf Coast is home to some of the most popular and highly regarded beaches in the country. You will find a diverse selection of beaches, each offering unique amenities in a gorgeous setting. From popular hotspots like Clearwater to hidden local gems like Fred Howard, there is a ...

Hillsborough River State Park is one of Florida’s oldest parks with an opening date back in 1938. Over 7 miles of hiking trails and a 2 mile walking/biking loop around the park allow you to lose yourself in this beautiful wilderness setting. The trails feel so remote (for Florida) that you ...

While St. Petersburg is most well-known for its’ proximity to some of the highest rated beaches in the country, it is also home to many wonderful parks and preserves. SawGrass Lake is a great escape during the hot, humid summer months as the trails here are short and considerably shady. A ...

Flatwoods Park, located in Hillsborough County, is a little nature oasis amidst the Tampa Bay suburban congestion. When you are at Flatwoods, you feel like you are out in the wilderness. The park is very quiet with a very rustic wilderness vibe, not really found at many other parks in the region. ...

A relaxing stroll along Downtown Tampa’s 2 mile Riverwalk is the perfect opportunity to take in all the major sights of Tampa. The quiet pedestrian path follows the beautiful Hillsborough River. Along the way, you will pass many of Tampa’s top attractions including art museums and ...