Our #1 choice in Florida for your Vacation....Of course we are biased Filled with pristine snow white beaches (the best in world according to the Oceanographic Institute), the tranquil Central Gulf Coast of Florida contains some of the most endearing small towns in Florida . Filled with galleries and cafes, Sarasota Florida and Venice Florida contain charming historic town centers that are only a short distance to spectacular bays and beaches.
Surrounded by pristine beaches and featuring a wonderful town palm tree lined center filled with shops, art museums and cafes, Sarasota has been named one of the best cities in the United States . Visitors from all over the area travel to Sarasota 's St. Armands Circle to explore the art galleries, book stores, gift shops, boutiques and first rate restaurants. And for those visiting Sarasota for the evening, the town includes opera houses, concert halls and theatres.
Sarasota is also surrounded by extraordinary beaches featuring snow white sand - the best of which are Siesta Key Beach , Turtle Beach , and North Lido Beach .
Smaller in size but large in charm, Venice Florida features a gem of a historic town lined with trees, gardens and beautiful historic houses. The town of Venice can be best enjoyed by walking and exploring the side streets filled with coffee shops, art galleries and antique stores.
Venice Beach Florida is actually a small island surrounded by breathtaking bays and is perfect for those looking for a vacation of low key sailing, kayaking or boating. In addition, Venice has several wonderful beaches the best of which include Casperson Park, Nokomis Beach and Brohard Park which includes the popular Venice pier and even its own "dog beach" reserved for dog lovers and their best friend.
Venice Florida is known for its beaches and the prehistoric sharks teeth that can be found here.
Venice Beach Florida itself has a population of only about 18,600 people in the summer and about 24,000 people in the winter.
Venice FL was founded by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers in 1926. The BLE hired renowned city planner, John Nolan, to plan the city of Venice. A famous landscape architect, Prentiss French, was also appointed to create the lovely open spaces in the city.
The northern Italian Renaissance architectural theme was chosen and a town of grace and beauty began to grow along the golden sands and blue-green waters.
Today, the city of Venice Beach FL has many fine amenities, including a yacht club, community center, community theater and professional dinner theater, an art center, library and many fine restaurants.
