Longboat Key Travel Guide

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Kayaking in Longboat Key and Anna Maria

Kayaking in Longboat Key and Anna Maria, Longboat Key

 kmor50 Says:  My family had a great time kayaking with Almost Heaven Kayak Adventures. During our eco tour we saw lots of birds, shells, dolphin and even manatees. My teenagers, who dont like anythings, had an awesome time. It was the best part of our vacation. 

coquina beach

coquina beach, Longboat Key

 doug48 Says:  since longboat key has no public beach access the closest beach is coquina beach on anna maria island. this beach is a short drive north from central longboat key. coquina beach is a beautiful gulf beach with plenty of free parking. 

joan durante park

joan durante park, Longboat Key

 doug48 Says:  in 1995 james durante bought 32 acres of bayside longboat key and established a public park in his late wife's name. this beautiful park is one of the only undevelped parts of longboat key. this 32 acre park has a nature trail and has a collection of interesting tropical and... 

new pass

new pass, Longboat Key

 doug48 Says:  new pass is a waterway separating longboat key and lido key just northwest of sarasota. this part of sarasota bay is an excellent place to salt water fish. 

mote marine laboratory

mote marine laboratory, Longboat Key

 doug48 Says:  located on the southern end of longboat key is the mote marine laboratory. this aquarium focuses more on education than entertainment. they have exhibits on southwest florida marine life and a shark and dolphin tank. for those interested in nature and marine life the mote... 

Colony Club Tennis pics

Colony Club Tennis pics, Longboat Key

 edwis Says:  SOME MORE PHOTOS FROM THE TENNIS GROUP WEEKEND AT THE COLONY CLUB 

Tennis Weekend photos

Tennis Weekend photos, Longboat Key

 edwis Says:  AND more photos from the long weekend at Colony Beach & Tennis Resort, Longboat Key.3.5 miles from St. Armands Circle. SARASOTA FLORIDA 

Tennis Weekend at Colony Resort

Tennis Weekend at Colony Resort, Longboat Key

 edwis Says:  Some more photos from our big July event 

Tennis weekend

Tennis weekend, Longboat Key

 edwis Says:  Here are more photos from the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort from our group outing. 

Hotels  

Longboat Key Club & Resort

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Hilton Longboat Key Beach Resort

 1 Review and 282 Opinions  Longboat Key Hilton Beach Resort All lodging in this area is expensive 

Hotels  

The Beachcomber: Longboat Key secret

The Beachcomber: Longboat Key secret, Longboat Key

 edmonroe316 Says:  We love our small quiet place here on Longboat. Great central location, reasonable prices, friendly and homey atmosphere. Small, great views, near Publix. library, banks, post office, even bus lines. Great food nearby, lots to do in Sarasota. Bestfor a relaxing good time 

Rolling Waves Cottages: Stay away from this place!

Rolling Waves Cottages: Stay away from this place!, Longboat Key

 scs00 Says:  Our prospective stay here in mid-April nearly turned into a catastrophe. Twice before we arrived, I called to confirm our reservation and which cabin we were going to be in. Repeatedly, I was told cabin #6, which is the second closest to the Gulf. This was going to be fine... 

Restaurants  

euphemia haye: gourmet

euphemia haye: gourmet, Longboat Key

 doug48 Says:  of the main reasons to visit longboat key when in the sarasota area is to dine at euphemia haye. euphemia haye is one of the best resturants in the state of florida. they specialize in local seafood, steak, and gourmet american fare. they also have a second floor lounge and... 

Gulf Drive Cafe: Belgian Waffles

Gulf Drive Cafe: Belgian Waffles, Longboat Key

 LawK Says:  I strongly suggest this cafe. I have been vacationing in the Bradenton area for 26 years and visit this cafe EVERY time. It is definitely worth the wait to sit outside, but keep in mind that it may be a minute or two before you get seated. There are only 8-10 tables... 

Gulf Drive Cafe: Gulf Drive Cafe

Gulf Drive Cafe: Gulf Drive Cafe, Longboat Key

 allenkite Says:  Right on the beach . . . A refreshing change from all the mostly 5 star restaurants in Longboat Key Fresh Spinach and Feta Cheese Omelette . . . I still dream about it . . . They serve breakfast all day 

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allenkite's General Tip

allenkite's General Tip, Longboat Key

 allenkite Says:   Getting out of that car . . . Longboat Key is not what I expected . . . It has ballet, opera, art galleries and museums . . . Much to civilized for me . . . Anna Maria Island which is just across the bridge is more my cup of tea 

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 Here are more photos from the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort from our group outing. 

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longboat key florida

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 longboat key is a barrier island located between lido key and anna maria island in southwest florida. the town of longboat was incorporated in 1955. longboat key is a very upscale winter tourist area... 

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allenkite's new Longboat Key Page

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 My husband got a wild hair and decided he wanted to drive down one side of Florida and then back up the other on the way home . . . Talk about a nightmare . . . On top of everything else, it just... 

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Weekend Tennis Event

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 a great place for our group of about 55 players who converge on this place for a wild weekend of fun tennis. LONG WEEKEND SHEDULE: Fri; Tennis 200pm for mixed doubles, Sat; 800 am for mens doubles...... 

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Best beach sand in the continental U.S.

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Longboat Key. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 0 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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A wonderful place in Florida

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 Our family has been spending two weeks a year on Longboat Key for 19 years. It is one of the most beautiful places in the state and possibly the entire USA. The island is secluded, quiet and restful.... 

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