The iconic attraction that Sarasota is most known for is The Ringling. It is mostly identified as a circus museum, but to my surprise, it was so much more than that. The Ringling is the full estate of John and Mable Ringling, the famous Barnum and Bailey owners and circus entertainers of the early 1900s. Situated on 66 acres, the property consists of the Circus Museum, the home and gardens of John and Mable, a Museum of Art, and the Historic Asolo Theater. I must admit, I hav

In addition to being known for its artistic community, Sarasota is home to an extensive network of parks, preserves, and trails. It has far more than the average city its size. Whether you like to walk, hike, bike or run, there is anything from waterfront paths, long-distance paved routes, nature trails, and boardwalks to choose from. If you prefer to spend your time on the water, there are many access points to launch a kayak or take a guided tour exploring the mangrove pres

We have finally arrived to my first accommodation review. When looking for a place to stay in Sarasota, I came across this interesting hotel concept that immediately caught my attention. They refer to themselves as a boutique hotel, an a la carte brand. A boutique hotel is a small, stylish hotel that focuses on personalized service. So, what is the name of this one-of-kind hotel? Kompose. The first Kompose Hotel opened it’s doors in Sarasota in 2020. They have since added loc

While summer is the most desirable season for most people to visit Florida, there are many unique events and attractions that just can’t be experienced during the summer months. One of those such events is the annual migration of manatees that flock to warmer waters during the winter months. One of the best places to see these gentle giants corralling together is the Tampa Electric Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, Florida. Hundreds of manatees have been gathering here

I needed a quick getaway in January.  Something that would be easy on the wallet but not lacking in intrigue or relaxation.  So, I asked myself, what coastal city comes to mind that may have a lot of options during an unpredictable winter month?  One of the first places that came to mind was Sarasota.  Having lived in the Tampa Bay Area for several years, I was familiar with its beauty and heavy focus on the arts.  That means lots of indoor options for art museums, music venu

Everyone knows that the beach is the main attraction when it comes to Florida.  But what do you do in the off season when the temperatures are cooler, and the water is even colder?  Florida weather can be unpredictable, especially in the fall and winter seasons.  One week it feels like a beautiful spring day and the next week you are piling on layers of clothing.  Case in point, welcome to January in Florida.  Last week I was enjoying lows in the 50s and highs in the 70s with

I was exceptionally busy this past holiday season, so it made it very hard to produce the kind of content that I wanted to.  Now that the holidays are behind me, I hope to start producing on a more consistent basis.  As I look ahead to what is to come for 2026, I will be making some minor changes as I continue to explore my style of presentation and the information I desire to share with you.  The addition of my YouTube channel will play a big part in guiding my creativity an

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