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  • Get the Scoop: Ice Cream Shops on Anna Maria Island

    Get the Scoop: Ice Cream Shops on Anna Maria Island

    Nothing beats cold ice cream on a hot Florida day. This may be the reason there are quite a few ice cream shops located throughout Anna Maria Island (AMI). This post is the ultimate guide to ice cream shops on AMI. If you are an ice cream aficionado, then this list is for you! Two…

  • Chirp Happens at the Sun and Surf Beach Shop: Meet the Birds

    Chirp Happens at the Sun and Surf Beach Shop: Meet the Birds

    Sun and Surf Beach Shop occupies the eastern corner unit of the Island Shopping Center in the heart of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island. At this shop you will find a large selection of beach apparel, decor, souvenirs, and more. They stock lots of beach themed T-shirts, cover-ups, swim wear, and gifts. All the…

  • A Culinary Adventure: Black Pepper in Hvar

    A Culinary Adventure: Black Pepper in Hvar

    Nestled in the center of Hvar, on a picturesque alley in the old town is Black Pepper, a restaurant that offers a unique gastronomic experience. Black Pepper is owned and run by two local friends, delivering the tantalizing flavors of the Mediterranean with a touch of contemporary cuisine. The Vibe Black Pepper is located in…

  • Sun-Kissed Shores: Discover Split’s Top Beaches!

    Sun-Kissed Shores: Discover Split’s Top Beaches!

    You do not have to escape to remote islands to swim in crystal clear waters. Split hosts many charming beaches with excellent water quality. The city offers sandy and pebble beaches, rocks and cliffs, and beaches along the shore of Marjan Hill. This guide detailing Split’s top beaches will help you pick the one that suits…

  • Discover Duffy’s Tavern on Anna Maria Island

    Discover Duffy’s Tavern on Anna Maria Island

    Long before Jimmy Buffet composed Cheeseburger in Paradise, the beach, burgers, and beers have been a staple of Florida life. Since 1971, when Pat and Ed Geyer purchased Duffy’s Tavern, the restaurant has been the Anna Maria Island landmark for the local burger. These days you can see their daughters carrying on the tradition of…

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 9 of 9 · Balthazar’s Keuken · Restaurant

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 9 of 9 · Balthazar’s Keuken · Restaurant

    It’s true…Good things come in small packages! Balthazar’s Keuken, located in the heart of Jordaan, is no exception. Since 1995 this cozy restaurant with its home-like dining room serves up a quirky three-course menu. The Vibe Enjoy your quirky 3-course meal in a homey and laid back atmosphere. The open kitchen is entertainment in itself….

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 8 of 9 · The Seafood Bar · Restaurant

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 8 of 9 · The Seafood Bar · Restaurant

    The Seafood Bar is a modern seafood restaurant with four locations in Amsterdam. The restaurant offers a wide variety of the highest quality seafood. Founder and owner, Fons de Visscher was a respected fishmonger for 27 years in the Netherlands, when he decided to open a fish restaurant. In 2012 Fons created The Seafood Bar…

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 7 of 9 · Box Sociāāl · Restaurant

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 7 of 9 · Box Sociāāl · Restaurant

    Box Sociāāl is an Australian-owned all-day boozy brunch joint. Combining Aussie hospitality with Dutch ingredients, this casual Amsterdam eatery opened in 2018. The Vibe An intimate atmosphere of an accessible gastropub where good food, good fun, and good friends are the key words. Box Sociāāl’s name and vibe derives from the term ‘box social’, a…

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 6 of 9 · Hiding in Plain Sight · Bar

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 6 of 9 · Hiding in Plain Sight · Bar

    Hiding in Plain Sight (HPS), a jazz-age cool cocktail bar, is hidden on a quiet nondescript corner at the edge of the Red Light District. Hiding in Plain Sight has no signage, so careful you don’t walk right past it. Equally veiled is its next-to-nil online presence. The Vibe The vibe is discreet yet stylish….

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 5 of 9 · Amsterdam Duck Store · Shopping

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 5 of 9 · Amsterdam Duck Store · Shopping

    Why is there a store dedicated to selling rubber ducks in Amsterdam? The story goes that the Amsterdam Duck Store was opened after Barbara de Vlam saw how many ducks were selling in her toy shop. Each time she added a different type of duck it would sell. So, in 2015 Barbara literally did get…