When you’re planning your holiday, location is everything. It’s for this reason that many people find themselves drawn to the Gulf Coast of Florida with its shimmering white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters. Florida’s Gulf Coast has some of the most beautiful beaches in America. You can choose from the never ending miles of white sandy beaches offering all varieties of watersports and swimming, or maybe explore the secluded islands, some of which are only accessible by boat. Whichever you decide upon there is a wonderful selection for you to choose from.
The Gulf Coast of Florida, however, isn’t all about having ready access to gorgeous beaches. It’s also about having the opportunity to stay in one of the many beautiful Gulf Coast Florida Villas – beautiful homes away from home that provide plenty of space and luxury for the whole family. There are beautiful Florida villas with pools available to rent, offering luxury accommodations with ensuite bedrooms, spacious living room, dining room and large kitchens with all the american gadgets!
There is much to be discovered and explored on Florida’s Gulf Coast, for example;
In Clearwater Beach, Florida, you’ll find the Clearwater Marine Aquarium – complete with dolphins, sea turtles and river otters – as well as various boat cruises that will allow you to explore the coast from the sea. And, of course, if you fancy taking time out from preparing meals back at your villa, consider stopping in at the Big Ben Pub to see if it really does offer tastes of home.
In Largo along Florida’s Gulf Coast, you will be able to spend the day with your family exploring the Florida Botanical Gardens. There you will find over 90 acres to explore, 30 of which have been cultivated with various flowering plants, tropical vegetation, herbs and more. You’ll also want to be on the lookout for native area wildlife – Fox, Alligator, Bald Eagles, Snakes and the Great Blue Heron.
Get outside of your villa and take advantage of an opportunity to take a narrated tour from Hubbard’s Marina at Madeira Beach. These tours will allow you to see the coast, watch a sunset from out at sea or even to go out on a dolphin spotting cruise. If watching for wildlife isn’t enough for you, you’ll find that you have the opportunity to take a deep sea fishing tour, to travel and go beachcombing on a tour to Shell Island, or take a tour of haunted sites throughout the area .
Golf is extremely popular on the Gulf Coast, with an abundance of golf courses available for the enthusiastic golfer, you’ll find that many Florida villas with pools are actually located on golf courses or in golfing communities.
For those who enjoy snorkeling, you’ll have an opportunity to explore the world under the surface. Fishing is also a very popular leisure pursuit for many visitors to Florida. The Gulf Coast has some amazing fishing potential, with a variety of fishing trips available, offering the chance to catch Shark, Tarpon, Snook and much more.
And of course, don’t forget the shopping!! The Gulf Coast offers many choices from exclusive designer boutiques and antique shops to large shopping malls. Head to Venice, Sarasota, Tampa and Naples for a great day out shopping. For some great bargains take a trip to the outlet malls at Fort Myers, believe me, there are many bargains waiting to be snatched up.
Whatever sports interest you, you’ll find the chance to engage in them – making your trip all the most memorable for you and your family.
Whether you choose from one of the Florida holiday villas in the Florida panhandle, or you choose one of the Florida villas with pools and stay along the central Gulf Coast, or maybe travel further south to the area near Sanibel Island for your Florida vacation, be assured you will be creating great family memories, relaxing and enjoying all of the great sights.
Just don’t forget to take time out during your holiday to enjoy all of the area’s great beaches, most of which are close to many of the villa rentals in Florida.