Veterans Memorial Park. This park is located just across the bay in easy walking distance. There you will find an oasis with a vriaty of wildlife. You will most likely encounter squirrels and larger and more exciting animals. Very comon animals in the park is also racoons, turtles and even manatees. If you want to … Read more
Orlando or The Keys? Orlando takes about 1.5 hours by car. There you will find Disney world, Sea World, Universal Studios and much more. Admission to the parks cost about $ 75-100/person and you can expect that it takes at least a full day / park. All attractions are included in the price, the food pays … Read more
Dolphins, Pelicans and manatees. The Boca Ciega Bay dolphins may be seen almost every morning and evening. You can spot them both from the balcony and pool. If you dont spot them in the morning, you probably will in the evening. Manatees often swims by as well just outside the private fishing pier. The pelicans … Read more
Tampa is about 25 minutes away from Boca Ciega Resort. Tampa downtown offers shopping and lots more. Do not miss Ybor City. 7th Ave is named one of “10 Great Streets in America”. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Downtown_Tampa Ybor City Art Walk Where & when: First Saturday of every month from noon to 6 p.m. (The next one is Saturday.) The … Read more
Sunken Gardens. Sunken gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St. Petersburg’s oldest living museum, this 100-year-old garden is home to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region. Unwind as you stroll through meandering paths, lush with exotic plants from around the world. Explore cascading waterfalls, beautiful … Read more
Visit Everglades – The largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. The National Park protects an unparalleled landscape, because its important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species. For example the manatee, American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther. It is an international treasure as well as a World Heritage Site. Its International Biosphere Reserve … Read more
Miami. Miami is one of the state’s – and the world’s – most popular vacation spots. Though destinations often are said to offer something for everyone. The area does indeed offer multiple enticements for everyone. The trendy nightlife of South Beach, bejeweled by the eye candy of the Art Deco district is worth checking out. … Read more
Key West & Florida Keyes. Key West is an island and city in the Straits of Florida on the North American continent. The city lies at the southernmost end of U.S. Route 1, the longest north-south road in the United States. Key West is the southernmost city in the contiguous United States and the westernmost … Read more