Things to Do on Longboat Key in Winter: A Month-by-Month Guide (December to April)

Winter is the season Longboat Key was made for. The weather is milder, the heated pool stays open, and the calendar fills with concerts, markets and ballgames. If you’re planning your first winter stay, or your fifteenth, this guide covers the best things to do on Longboat Key in winter, month by month. Sand Cay […]
Rainy Day Things to Do Near Longboat Key (Summer Storm Edition)

Here’s the good news about summer rain on Longboat Key: it rarely lasts. A typical August day starts bright and sunny, clouds build in the afternoon, a storm rolls through with thunder and a downpour, and an hour or two later the sun is back out for sunset. So if the forecast shows rain every […]
Paddleboarding Sunrise Around Sand Cay: A Guide

There’s something truly magical about starting your day on the water. When the sun rises over Sarasota Bay and the sky glows with watercolor shades of orange and pink, few experiences compare to paddleboarding along the quiet, glassy waters around Sand Cay Beach Resort. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a curious first-timer, this guide […]