
Beaches


Beach Info for a Vacation in Sarasota, Florida
By Laurén Ettinger Any day at the beach is a day well spent but with a little planning, your beach day can be taken to the next level! Even if you plan to lounge on the beach and do nothing... Read more
Where is the Best Siesta Key Beach Parking?
The last thing you want to do when you’re headed to the beach is waste time looking for a parking spot. Here is a list of Siesta Key public beach access points and... Read more
Leave No Trace Principles at the Beach
By Laurén Ettinger Spending a day on a pristine white sand beach with crystal clear warm Gulf of Mexico water is a highlight of any trip to southwest Florida. Our beautiful coastline needs your help... Read more
Reef Safe, Ocean-Friendly Sun Protection
By: Susan Finch With so much emphasis on protecting our skin with plenty of sunscreen, it’s easy to forget to protect our world’s most precious assets while doing it. Your sunscreen could be damaging,... Read more
Florida Beach Warning Flags
By Laurén Ettinger Florida’s beach warning flag program uses flags in four colors accompanied by interpretive signs along the beach to explain the meaning of each color. By understanding what to look out for... Read more
Taking a Pet-Friendly Vacation to Florida
By: Susan Finch Leaving your pet at home with a sitter or at the kennel can put a big damper on your vacation while you wonder and worry if they’re having fun, so why... Read more
Beach Vacation Packing List
By Laurén Ettinger Creating a packing list is an easy way to ensure that you do not forget any items for your upcoming vacation. Use this handy list to take the stress out... Read more