Go Kayaking in Florida | A Guide to Rentals & Tours
One of the best things to do on a Florida vacation is to spend time out on the water. Whether enjoying a high-speed jet ski ride or seeing who can reel in the biggest catch, there are endless aquatic adventures to enjoy. If you’re looking for a more relaxed way to spend time out on […]
Discover Things to Do in Treasure Island, Florida
Located along Florida’s barrier islands near St. Petersburg rests Treasure Island. While known for its wide sandy beaches and coastal charm, this beach town offers more than beautiful shoreline views. Visitors will find everything from dolphin cruises to local markets, all within minutes of the beach and your Splashy Ventures rental. Whether you’re planning a […]
Florida Shell Shop Treasure Island (New)
Why You Should Visit The Florida Shell Shop on Treasure Island If you’re vacationing on Treasure Island, The Florida Shell Shop should be on your to-do list. The Florida Shell Shop is a real treasure. Sure, you can buy “shells” at the local grocery or drugstore, or even try to harvest your own (please don’t!). […]
May St Petersburg Area Events Splashy
Recurring May Events Gulfport: First Friday ArtWalk St Pete: First Friday St Pete: Second Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Third Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Tuesday Fresh Market St Pete: Saturday Morning Market Garden Art and Faerie Festival Imagine an enchanted village complete with faeries, sprites, gnomes, ogres and trolls. For one fun-filled day each spring, Gulfport is […]
April St Petersburg Area Events Splashy
April Recurring Events Gulfport: First Friday ArtWalk St Pete: First Friday St Pete: Second Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Third Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Tuesday Fresh Market St Pete: Saturday Morning Market I’m afraid they’re going to get wet St Anthony’s Triathlon As I sit here nursing a foot energy, the thought if a Tri seems next to […]
Where to Rent Baby Gear – Pack Less Play More – Gulfport, Treasure Island & St Petersburg
3 Simple Steps For All The Gear Your Baby Needs We know traveling with your baby or toddler can be stressful! They crave their routines and traveling is anything but that! Cribs, car seats, stollers, high chairs, booster seats, pack n plays, bouncers, booster seats – I could go on and on. Even if your […]
March St Petersburg Area Events Splashy
March Recurring Events Gulfport: First Friday ArtWalk St Pete: First Friday St Pete: Second Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Third Saturday ArtWalk Gulfport: Tuesday Fresh Market St Pete: Saturday Morning Market Spring Training Sometimes it just doesn’t get much better than lounging about, watching professional ball players warm up for the season. While Florida teams are a […]
VIP Lounge & Mexican Restaurant – Treasure Island
Popular Gem Tucked Away If you are new to the area, here’s what you need to know about VIP: The food and atmosphere are addicting (watch out, waistline) It has a cult-like following (do they put something in the food so I can’t stop?) They don’t take reservations or call ahead orders (who wants to […]
Beach Snoballs in St Pete Beach
Sugar And Soft Shaved Ice Fuse In Shivery, Sweet Awesomeness Do you know anyone who doesn’t like shaved ice? Me neither. It just seems so indulgent. One, it’s sweet. Two, it’s so cold. Three, it’s so soft. Four, it just seems a little naughty. (After all, didn’t your mother tell you not to eat snow? […]
Where to Buy Fresh Seafood – Gulfport, Treasure Island & St Petersburg
When Freshness Really Counts As any chef or good cook will tell you, one of the keys to cooking success is to start with the freshest ingredients. And I think there’s nowhere where that’s more important than fresh seafood.. We’ve all taken that stroll through a supermarket reeking of questionable seafood products and bleach, only […]
