Packing for a Florida vacation sounds straightforward. Swimsuits, flip-flops, sunscreen. Done. Except Southwest Florida has a few quirks that catch first-time (and even repeat) visitors off guard - sudden rainstorms, intense sun, shell-heavy beaches, aggressive air-conditioning, and bugs that don’t mess around. If you want a smooth stay along the Gulf Coast (especially in places like Sarasota, Longboat...
Bringing your dog to Florida's Gulf Coast sounds perfect until you discover the fine print: most barrier island beaches ban dogs entirely. Longboat Key, Siesta Key, and Lido Beach all prohibit pets on public beaches to protect nesting sea turtles and shorebirds. But that doesn't mean your dog can't enjoy the vacation. Here's what actually works for vacationing with dogs in the Sarasota area - and what you...
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