The most important aspect when choosing a vacation rental for travelers are the amenities available to them. Whether it’s a fully stocked kitchen or wireless internet, guests want all of the comforts of home plus a few little extras to make their vacation time a memorable and relaxed experience. www.HomeAway.com has put together a very useful “Top Ten” list based on what traveler’s are searching for...

Southwest Florida is known not only for its white sand beaches, but also for miles of Gulf waters, calm bays and inland waterways to explore by power or sail boat. Boating is one of the most popular activities on our Island, allowing passengers to feel the wind in their hair as they glide through the crystalline waters of Longboat Key & Anna Maria Island.   One can expect many awe inspiring experiences...

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....