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4 Boating Adventures in Sarasota, FL

08/02/201808/02/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

4 Boating Adventures in Sarasota, FLIf you’re not on a boat as a resident or visitor in Sarasota, you’re missing out on plenty of fun adventures on the water! From snorkeling to exploring the wildlife and luxury waterfront homes here, there are far more boating adventures than just coasting along Sarasota Bay. If you don’t own a boat, there are plenty of facilities where you can rent a boat, too. And if you’d rather not travel by boat, take out your kayak or canoe to enjoy these boating adventures in Sarasota.Tour Sarasota’s fabulous luxury homes.Sarasota has some beautiful mansions that you can see when boating along the Intracoastal Waterway! From luxury tiki huts to grandiose artwork in the backyard, if you go at a slower speed, you’ll get to take in all of your surroundings. Look to Bird Key and Northern Siesta Key to begin this unique boating adventure!Cast a line at the Middle Grounds.The Middle Grounds are one of...

Travel Tips: Hurricane Preparedness for the 2018 Season

07/27/201807/27/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

Travel Tips: Hurricane Preparedness for the 2018 SeasonWill you be traveling to Bradenton, FL during hurricane season? Hurricane season runs through the end of November, so if you are planning to vacation here during the next few months, here are some hurricane preparedness tips to keep in mind.Make sure you have travel insurance.If you don’t typically have travel insurance, it’s a vital part of hurricane preparedness when you’re vacationing to Bradenton this summer. Travel insurance is great because most plans will cover the cancellation or delay of your trip, lost baggage, flight insurance, medical coverage and most other trip interruptions. Consult your travel insurance company to see if they have hurricane travel insurance as well.Be mindful of the local weather reports.When you’re days out from your vacation to Bradenton, FL, make sure that you’re being mindful of the local weather reports so that you can be aware of any approaching storms. Weather apps and local news sites can be very helpful...

What to Wear on Your Summer Fishing Trip

07/13/201807/13/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

What to Wear on Your Summer Fishing TripSummer is prime time for fishing trips here around Riviera Dunes Marina, which means you have to know how to dress for the season and the climbing temperatures! The thing about dressing for summer is that you want to wear breathable, comfortable clothing, but you also want to make sure you’re protected from the sun. Whether you’re taking your boat out for your summer fishing trip or you’re going boatless and heading to the shores, here’s what you should wear so that you can have a great time catching our local fish!SunscreenFirst things first, you want to protect your skin with plenty of sunscreen, especially during your summer fishing trip. Choose sunscreen that not only has a high SPF, but it is also sweatproof and waterproof! Of course if you have sensitive skin, make sure that you find a hypoallergenic formula that also fits the aforementioned requirements. Then, when you’re out fishing, reapply your...

5 Tips for Stress-Free Traveling to Palmetto, FL

07/06/201807/06/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

5 Tips for Stress-Free Traveling to Palmetto, FLReady to vacation to Palmetto, FL? Vacations are certainly a time for relaxation, however it’s not uncommon to return home realizing we need a vacation from our vacation! Don’t let that be the case this summer as your travel to Palmetto, FL. Here are our top five tips to ensure you have a stress-free and fun vacation this summer.Make a list.Among the kids toys, bottles of sunscreen and beach towels, in can be hard to maintain peace of mind when it comes to making sure you’ve packed everything you need for your vacation. The key to stress-free traveling? Make a list of everything you’ll need. From your beach essentials to the trip essentials, including important documents and chargers for your electronics, a list will maintain stress-free traveling for the whole family. Not sure where to start? Look to our list of top seven beach essentials here.Make an itinerary.It’s easy to get overwhelmed with...

5 Boating Etiquette Guidelines to Follow

06/28/201806/28/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

5 Boating Etiquette Guidelines to FollowEven if you’ve been boating for decades, it never hurts to brush up on your boating etiquette. Yes, like manners for the table—Don’t slouch! Chew with your mouth closed!—there are even manners for when you’re boating. Here are some boating etiquette guidelines to abide by when you’re enjoying your day out on Bradenton waters.Maintain a low speed when entering and exiting.Whether it’s your neighborhood or a marina, keeping a low speed when you’re entering or exiting either is not only respectful to your neighbors and marina, but it keeps the noise level down, too.With respect to noise levels, keep the music down, as well.While boaters and their loved ones like to enjoy their time on the water with their favorite tunes, some boaters would prefer to hear nature and the hum of the waters and their boat while they enjoy the sunset instead. Neither are wrong, but you should be respectful to both to practice boating...

Summer Bucket List Part 2: 5 Must-Dos in Bradenton

06/20/201806/20/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

Summer Bucket List Part 2: 5 Must-Dos in BradentonSummer officially starts tomorrow! In this second installment of our summer bucket list, we’re going to dive into all of the must-dos in Bradenton! Brimming with a wealth of water activities, historic attractions, art and, of course, beaches, you can see it can be difficult to narrow down the must-dos in Bradenton. Here are the top five things to do when you’re in Bradenton, FL this summer!1. TreeUmph! Adventure CourseLooking for some fun in the treetops of Bradenton? Swing through the trees then traverse suspended logs and wobbly footbridges and more at TreeUmph! Adventure Course. TreeUmph! is easily one of the top must-dos in Bradenton because it’s a unique way to both have fun and sightsee from great heights at the same time! The best part about their adventure courses is that all skill levels are welcome. Courses vary from easy to moderate and challenging to difficult. There’s even an “extremely exciting”...

Summer Bucket List Part 1: 5 Must-Dos in Sarasota

06/14/201806/14/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

Summer Bucket List Part 1: 5 Must-Dos in SarasotaJust a short drive from Riviera Dunes Marina lies Sarasota renowned for its beautiful beaches. However, Sarasota has much more to offer than sun and sand! From museums to lush botanical gardens, there are plenty of must-dos in Sarasota that you’ll want to add to your summer bucket list!Here’s part one of our summer bucket list when you’re in Sarasota.1. Sarasota Farmers MarketThe summer season welcomes a bounty of bright vegetables, fruit and other specialty foods local to the Sarasota area. Discover fresh ginger, microgreens, lush beets and you guessed it—Florida oranges! In addition, the Sarasota Farmers Market features plant vendors selling everything from herbs to flowers as well as artisans offering handmade soap, artwork and more eclectic goods! When you’re done perusing the exciting vendors, stick around for lunch at one of the food vendors serving up steak, German food and burgers . . . just to name a few. The...

What to Bring on Your Bradenton Fishing Trip

06/07/201806/07/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

What to Bring on Your Bradenton Fishing TripSummer is right around the corner, which means there’s plenty of time to take a day or more out of your schedules for a good ol’ Bradenton fishing trip. Here’s a helpful checklist to assist you when you’re ready for a day fishing out on Bradenton waters.Your fishing license or permitWhether you are a local or a visitor during your Bradenton fishing trip, you’ll need a fishing license or permit, which you can get on the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s website. However, you might not need a fishing license or permit if you meet the exemptions listed here. Make sure to do your homework before embarking on your fishing trip.Rods and tackle boxWhat’s a Bradenton fishing trip without your rods and a stocked tackle box? Whether you have your single lucky rod that you always reach for or a few favorites, make sure to bring them on your trip! Then, check...

3 Places for Shelling Near Riviera Dunes Marina

06/01/201806/01/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

3 Places for Shelling Near Riviera Dunes MarinaDid you know that when you visit Bradenton, you’ll get to take home a “piece” of it with you? That’s right! One of our most beloved pastimes—other than boating, of course—is to visit the lovely beaches near Riviera Dunes Marina in search of shells! Shelling is not only a fun activity in and of itself, but it provides built-in souvenirs for you to take home to remember your trip for years to come. Here are our three of our favorite places to go shelling near Riviera Dunes Marina:Anna Maria IslandAnna Maria Island is brimming with shells! From lovely turkey wings to the smaller coquinas, and even sand dollars, there are plenty of treasures to discover when you visit the beaches of Anna Maria Island. Whether you’re shelling along the shores of Manatee Public Beach or at Anna Maria City Beach, it’s not uncommon to find shells that are in perfect condition. Larger shells...

4 Tips for Protecting Yourself from the Florida Sun

05/25/201805/25/2018 by Scott Le Roy Comment Closed

4 Tips for Protecting Yourself from the Florida SunWith the sun in full force and the last day of school right around the corner, we can predict that you’ll be spending much more time outside! And with the additional time outside, this of course means that you have to be even more on guard when it comes to sun protection. Here are some tips for protecting yourself and your loved ones beneath the Florida sun.1. Dress for the occasion.When you’re beneath the Florida sun, you don’t want to be wearing dense clothing. In order to stay cool, wear breathable clothing made out of fabrics such as linen and cotton. Items such as flowy dresses, pants and tops are preferable. Open-toed shoes or sandals are better options and preferred over sneakers.2. Take frequent breaks from the sun.As much as our beaches here in Bradenton are breathtaking, you stil have to make sure you’re taking a break from the sun. Too much...