Vacation Destination – Longboat Key, Florida
Looking for a paradise? If you have not been to Longboat Key on the west coast of Florida then you need to take a trip. This is a great place to unw...
Looking for a paradise? If you have not been to Longboat Key on the west coast of Florida then you need to take a trip. This is a great place to unwind, catch some suns, play in the Gulf of Mexico, enjoy a game of tennis or a round of golf.
Longboat Key is known as being a very private island. However, more and more people are vacationing on this island. Many of these repeat visitors end up buying a home or condo on the island. There are a variety of options. You can find a multi-million dollar home on the beach all of the way to an affordable efficiency.
You can do as much as you want on the island or as little. Many people just visit the island and sit on the beach all day with a good book. For those looking for some activities then run down to Cannons Marina and rent a boat for the day. This is a great way to explore the waters around Sarasota, Longboat Key, Bird Key, Lido Key and Siesta Key. Feel like doing some shopping? Take a trip down to St. Armands Circle and spend a few hours walking around and enjoying all of the great shops.
Do you enjoy a secluded beach? You can walk along the beaches of Longboat Key and see very few people. Since there are very few access points along the island you will not see large crowds. This is really a great spot for some peace and quiet or a romantic stroll.
The Quick Point Nature Preserve is dedicated to the preserving the natural habitat provided by lagoons and mangroves to provide food and prevent excessive corrosion. This preserve offers a pristine natural lagoon, a man made lagoon as well as mangroves. The Lagoons are home for a variety or incredible wading birds like the Snowy Egret, Osprey and White Ibis.
There are several great places to dine on the island. Euphemia Haye and its dessert room almost has legendary status at this point. The Dry Dock is a great place for a meal while you overlook the Sarasota Bay. Make your way to the north end of Longboat Key and enjoy a nice meal at Mar Vista. This will remind you of old Florida. This old structure has tons of character, fabulous water views and tasty food.
Longboat Key, Florida is one of the nicest places in the sunshine state. Visit here and you will understand why there are so many repeat visitors to the island. It provides residents and visitors an exciting yet relaxing time. There has been reports of oil in this area so you can rest assure that its beauty will remain in tact. This is the perfect vacation spot to enjoy with your family.
Brody Boyd –