Dine Out at the Best Restaurants on Longboat Key
Tucked away on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Longboat Key offers more than just pristine beaches and breathtaking sunsets. It’s also a hidden gem for food lovers. This barrier island is home to a variety of exceptional dining experiences. While your vacation rental from Florida Vacation Connection comes with a fully equipped kitchen, leave the cooking to […]
Top 5 Places to Eat on Longboat Key
Looking for the best places to eat for Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Longboat Key and Lido Key? We are very experienced at managing vacation rentals here at Florida Vacation Connection, but we are also really good at eating! And the best person to ask about where to eat is always a local! Check out […]
Your Guide to Shopping in St. Armands Circle
It’s time to shop ‘til you drop! Retail therapy is one of our favorite vacation activities. Whether you’re looking for the perfect outfit, a souvenir, or a gift for a loved one, you’ll find it in St. Armands Circle. John Ringling’s shopping circle is a bustling, beautiful promenade just steps from the beach, and it […]
5 of the Best Waterfront Restaurants in Sarasota
We take dining seriously here in Sarasota! Not only is our cuisine top notch, we also have some beautiful views that can be seen from many of our restaurants. There’s something special about indulging in a delicious meal with a stunning view, and there is no shortage of gorgeous landscapes here. Here are some of […]
5 of the Best Rooftop Bars in Sarasota, FL
Sarasota’s art scene and world-class beaches may steal the spotlight during the day, but once the sun starts to go down, there are plenty of places to relax and revel in the warm weather. Take a break at one of the fantastic rooftop bars in Sarasota, Florida, for a unique experience with some of the […]
Florida Citrus Recipes For The Holidays
If you’re going to be in the Sarasota area for the winter holidays, you’re in luck: It’s high season for citrus. Since the 19th century, the Sunshine State has been cultivating its groves commercially. Today, it’s the country’s largest supplier of sweet, sweet citrus, with the additional honor of being the biggest producer of grapefruit […]
Spotlight On Our Team: Sue
Dinner restaurant: Columbia Restaurant. The best Cuban food in town. Breakfast spot: Sage Biscuit Cafe in Bradenton. On-the-waterfront dining: Anna Maria’s Waterfront Restaurant and Craft Bar. Ask about their daily specials; they’re sometimes unique but always delicious. Seafood restaurant: Anna Maria Oyster Bar. Be sure to order their award-winning Lobster Bisque. Deli: Harry’s Deli. My favorite […]
Spotlight On Our Team: Dallas
Dinner restaurant: So many great places in Sarasota. My home for 31 years has been Anna Maria, so if you want to think outside the box, try The Feast. It’s in a small shopping center on Anna Maria, and it’s AH-Mazing!! Make a reservation. Breakfast spot: Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Bridge Street Pier. Great […]
Spotlight On Our Team: Michele Knuese
Meet our fearless leader, Michele Knuese. Having been in the local vacation rental business for over 30 years, Wisconsin-born Knuese was perfectly poised to take the helm of Florida Vacation Connection in 1994. As owner and manager, Michele calls upon her decades of experience both in the industry and as a resident of Sarasota, leading […]
A Stroll Through Sarasota’s Farmers Markets
Given the Sarasota area’s endless sunshine and natural beauty, it’s no surprise that there’s a robust farmers market scene here. Both the islands and the mainland host markets that showcase the food, products, artwork and more that reflect the spirit of this rich community. One of the best ways to get to know the area […]
