One of the best reasons for living along Florida's west
coast is our year-round warm weather. Our slice of
paradise has it all – pristine turquoise waters surrounding our
sugary sand beaches and a bevy of outdoor activities, a favorite of
which is boating, of course. While the afternoon sea breezes have
shifted and we're now feeling a slight change in the weather, it's
still a perfect time to sail and explore our coastline, from Tampa
Bay to Marco Island.
In this issue of Florida Boating, we explore two popular Gulf
Coast destinations in our expanded Excursion Guides for
Sarasota Bay and Cape Coral / Matlacha. Our handy guide
features great accommodations and restaurants, all accessible by
boat, as well as the marinas, fuel locations, and launch sites for
your day on the water. Wherever your boating adventures take
you this season, consider these information packed maps and
listings as your insider travel guide to explores these picturesque
ports of call.
We also feature some of the latest must-have gadgets for sailors,
both above and below the water, a look at maritime style, a
local boater profile, and some hearty bowls of the best seafood
chowder in the Suncoast and Paradise areas.
We are excited to take the journey with you!
Whether you are cruising for the day, a fishing
trip with friends, or taking an extended trip, we
invite you to share your favorite moments on
the water with our readers. Post your favorite
adventures at sea on our Facebook page at
Facebook.com/FloridaBoatingMag or email them
to pics@FloridaBoatingMag.com to include in the
next issue.
Best wishes and smooth sailing this season!
WELCOME
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Volume 1 Issue 3 | Fall 2015
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