Top Row L to R: Maureen Florio, Ellie Ellis, Suzanne Coons. Bottom Row L to R: Nicole Sacco, Lissy LaFlamme, Shannon Neill Ellie Ellis:  Ellie Ellis was born and raised in New England in the small town of Mystic, Ct which is home to the famous Mystic Seaport among many other coastal attractions. Ellie was employed by Ortronics Inc a manufacturing facility for over 30 years and traveled...

On yesterday’s Today Show, Barbara Corcoran, real estate correspondent for the Today Show told Al Roker in an interview that Sarasota, Florida is “one of the top 10 places to buy a home today!” Citing the area’s beautiful beaches, vast cultural and art opportunities, and big-city feel, Ms. Corcoran said prices have stabilized in Sarasota after a huge drop and are on the way back up. In fact,...

Explore the secrets of the sea through touch pools, viewable-working labs and high-tech interactive exhibits that showcase the world-renowned research of Mote Marine Laboratory. See sharks, dolphins, manatees and sea turtles, along with more than 100 other species of marine life. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a not-for-profit research and educational institution open to the public 365 days a year....

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Sea shells are by far the most sought after treasure for the beachcomber and Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key offer an abundance of unique and beautiful shells.   Experienced beachcombers know to look for shells at low tide and after storms or unusually strong tides. All beaches have shells, but some of the best beaches in Florida for consistently productive shelling are located in southwest Florida, on...

 Red tide, a naturally occurring phenomenon, is a high concentration of a microscopic alga in the water. Learn all about this occurrence, its side effects and how it impacts your vacation time in Florida!     1.      What is red tide? Red tide occurs when there is a high concentration of a microscopic alga in the water. In Florida, the species of algae that causes most red tides is called Karenia brevis....