Look at That | A Guide to Sarasota Area Museums

When you think of what to do on a Florida vacation, you probably picture spending your days on the beach, soaking in the sunshine. However, there’s so much more to do and see when visiting Longboat Key or Lido Key. These barrier islands are close to endless attractions and activities, including some of the best […]
Serenity and Sophistication: Last-Minute Getaways to Longboat Key, Lido Key, and St. Armand’s Circle with Florida Vacation Connection

Get ready to embark on a tranquil and upscale last-minute vacation to three gems of Florida’s Gulf Coast – Longboat Key, Lido Key, and St. Armand’s Circle. In this blog post, we’ll take you on an unforgettable journey, courtesy of Florida Vacation Connection, as we explore the serene beaches, upscale dining, and sophisticated shopping that […]
Sea Turtle Season Is Back!

TURTLE SEASON May 1 – October 31 We hope you enjoy our beautiful beaches during your stay. In addition to being a great place to enjoy the sun and surf, our beaches are important nesting areas for sea turtles and our dunes are home to many plants and animals. During your stay, we hope you […]
Safe Family Fun Activities in Sarasota

There is so much more to offer than white sand beaches and sunsets when it comes fun family things to do in Sarasota! We picked some of the areas best activities that are safe during Covid-19 and will be sure to please the entire family. The Ringling, the State Art Museum of Florida, is home […]
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 […]
How To Do The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art

When circus maestro John Ringling settled in Sarasota with his wife, Mable, they decided they needed an art museum on the property to house their considerable collection. It took two years to build the Ringling Museum, which opened in 1927. Today, the museum’s holdings represent works both Western and non-Western, spanning ancient times to the […]