Relaxing in the cool sand with the sun warming your skin, water lapping onto the shore and a cool drink in your hand sounds like the perfect beach vacation, right? Florida is home to some of the world’s best beaches according to TripAdvisor, who awarded Siesta Key with the #1 honor for 2014. So which beaches are ideal for a Florida beach vacation, and how can you make it perfect? Siesta Key Beach Since...
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Florida has always been known for having some of the United States’ best beaches. However, in recent years, Hawaiian beaches were still trumping many of these beautiful beaches. This year, Siesta Beach in Siesta Key, Florida, edged out last year’s TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice top ranked beach, Lanikai Beach in Kailua, Hawaii. Siesta Key Beach Known for its powdery, quartz sand and mesmerizing...
Back in 1955, Longboat Key officially became a town, but the island’s history goes back much further. That’s why the Longboat Key Historical Society created seven markers that detail Longboat Kay history. You can visit them all on your next Longboat Key vacation by hopping on you bike or in your car and taking a trip back in time. Overlook Park While driving north on New Pass Bridge, take a sharp...
Known as the more “reclusive” of the Sarasota barrier islands, Longboat Key is home to some of the most beautiful and quiet beaches in the area. Whitney Beach is a hidden gem on Longboat Key and is a local favorite. Less than 11 miles long, Longboat Key only has a handful of public access points, making it a quiet and relaxing option for your Sarasota beach vacation. Whitney Beach, located on the...
So you’re looking for a beach condo in beautiful, sunny Sarasota, FL. With so many pristine beaches in the area, how do you choose where to stay? Starting with these top 3 destinations, you’ll surely find the Sarasota beach condo perfect for your next trip to Florida. 1. Siesta Key Well known for its white quartz sand, Siesta Key beach is bustling with people and activities. With the elegant shops in...
Siesta Key has long been known as one of the best places to go to the beach in the world – in fact, it received the “Best Beach in the US” award from Dr. Beach in 2011. This award looked at a variety of criteria, including: beach width, material, softness and condition of sand, water temperature, number of waves, presence of beach wildlife and vegetation, public safety measures, and amenities...
If you love sea creatures, take a day trip to Apollo Beach to see the Manatees. One of the greatest things about vacationing in Sarasota & Bradenton is it's location. There are so many fun and exciting destinations within a few hours drive which makes day trips easy and convenient. A Little History Power Station in Apollo Beach Approximately an hour north of Sarasota in Apollo Beach is the Manatee...
Be it the renowned Miami Beach or the legendary Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida has long been celebrated as one of the ideal holiday destinations that promises a fun and enjoyable time for tourists and vacationers from all across the world. But did you know that there are various other lesser-known but equally (if not more) promising tourist attractions that are scattered all across the Sunshine...
When staying in a Jennette Properties rental, it is not just a vacation, it is an experience! Sarasota and Bradenton are full of amazing opportunities to get out there and enjoy some fun in the sun. Boating and water sports are a way of life here on the Sun Coast. We invite you to enjoy them too. The Marina Jack II The Marina Jack II offers lunch & dinner sightseeing cruises through the intracoastal...
Unlike the city in Italy, Venice in Florida is a small town on the Gulf coast of Florida. While it is a relatively small city with a population of around 20,000 people, it is considered to be one of the Happiest Seaside Towns by Coastal Living. Also known as “Venice Island”, Venice is a city which was initially built on water on May 9, 1927, and has a number of renowned bridges. History tells us...