Things to Do

Spending a day at the Siesta Key beaches is always a great time, but there are things to do after dinner too here on this small island.  If you love getting out and shaking the sand off after the sun goes down, there are a few places known for their live music around the island.  Here are the best places to catch live music on Siesta Key. Read More

There’s no stretch in saying that the U.S. loves pizza.  94% of all Americans admit to eating pizza regularly.  In fact, Americans eat approximately 100 acres of pizza each day – that’s about 350 slices every second.  It makes sense that people on vacation will look to indulge in some pizza as well.  Luckily, Siesta Key has some great places to satisfy those pizza urges... Read More

So you’ve booked your trip to Siesta Key and the entire family has become excited about visiting Florida for the first time.  What is Florida really like?  What can we expect?  There are thousands upon thousands of articles written about the sunshine state, in fact too many to possibly read.  Here, we want to give you a guide to visiting Florida, wha... Read More

Vacationing with kids can be challenging in some aspects but rewarding in many ways.  It is a time to bond and make memories with your children/grandchildren that will last for the rest of their lives.  The Greater Sarasota area has an abundance of places designed for families looking to experience togetherness in a fun wholesome way.  Here are the best places for famil... Read More

Siesta Key has so much to see and do, that many people stay close by for their entire vacation.  However, sometimes it’s nice to get away for the day and discover other areas of the Sunshine State.  With it being February, romance is on a lot of our minds.  What better way to spend Valentine’s Day, or a similar romantic day, and get out to explore Florida – just the two... Read More

For the last few years, traveling has been a wait-and-see game many of us had to play.  New COVID variants have made making travel plans a toss of the dice.  The beginning of 2022 looks to be more of the same, but for us who still are determined to travel, we just need to be flexible and not let closures and delays ruin our fun. Read More

It’s inevitable that shopping, family gatherings, and Christmas parties will take a chunk out of our free time in December, however, there are plenty of other holiday events in Sarasota and surrounding areas to enjoy as well.  Here are some of the Can't-miss events that you will want to plan for. Holiday Splendor Read More

The Greater Sarasota area is famous for its beaches, cultural events, shopping, and restaurants.  However, if you are on vacation and looking for things to do off the beaten path, Sarasota has some cool places to check out as well.  Even if you are here for just the beaches, you may want to spend a few hours checking out one or more of these things to do aroun... Read More

October is a month that many Floridians and tourists look forward to arriving. The air becomes drier, and the overnight temperatures begin to drop, making way for beautiful, sunny days without the extreme humidity. October is also a great month for festivals and events. Here is a listing of the most popular October events for 2021. Read More

In order to have a great day exploring Siesta Key or having fun at the beach, your body will need fuel. Luckily, Siesta Key is home to a number of restaurants that serve world-class breakfasts. Whether you crave a traditional breakfast or something more exotic, you’ll find something for everyone’s taste from the selection below. Read More