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Year-round sunshine, surf, and leisure sports lure visitors to Bradenton, a friendly tropical spot south of Tampa Bay on Florida's Gulf Coast. Hernando DeSoto discovered the area in 1539, an event commemorated each spring with the monthlong Florida Heritage Festival. Stroll along the waterfront downtown, take up canoeing, fish for grouper and mahi mahi, play golf or just relax and watch the sun dip into the sea. Kids of all ages will enjoy visiting Snooty, the South Florida Museum's star... more » Year-round sunshine, surf, and leisure sports lure visitors to Bradenton, a friendly tropical spot south of Tampa Bay on Florida's Gulf Coast. Hernando DeSoto discovered the area in 1539, an event commemorated each spring with the monthlong Florida Heritage Festival. Stroll along the waterfront downtown, take up canoeing, fish for grouper and mahi mahi, play golf or just relax and watch the sun dip into the sea. Kids of all ages will enjoy visiting Snooty, the South Florida Museum's star manatee. « less
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Polo Grill and Bar

Sep 3, 2008

Recent visit (and first time visit) was a disappointment. Went mid week, early evening, place was empty..so didn't expect fried calamari appetizer to come out cold; ordered scallops, but to our...more

Fairfield Inn & Suites Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

Sep 1, 2008

We were extremely satisifed with our stay. The room was immaculate and the staff were friendly and attentive. This is in a good location-close to two good restaurants and stores that are convenient...more

Shorewalk Vacation Villas Resort

5 of 5 stars
Orlando, fl
Aug 26, 2008

I’m 23 years old. Me and my family have been staying at Shorewalk for the past 11 years for Memorial weekend, July 4th and labor day! We're a family of 35! Small family and we love it we wont trade it...more

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