Coastal Living, the leading authority on coastal home and travel, has announced the rankings for “America’s Happiest Seaside Town 2015”. Our heavenly hometown of Venice, Florida received the #2 spot after six weeks of online voting. The public rallied for their favorite destinations based on a top ten shortlist presented by Coastal [...]

Who doesn’t love food? And who doesn’t love a deal? And who doesn’t love dining at some of Sarasota’s best original restaurants? To me, the restaurant week known as Savor Sarasota is a present, wrapped in pretty paper and opened during the summer days of June. Three-course meals from our area’s famed eateries are just $15 per [...]

Monday, May 25^th, is Memorial Day, and while the 3-day weekend is certainly a chance to enjoy parades, family BBQs, building sandcastles and relaxing, it is also a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who have bravely served, and continue to serve, in the United States Military. In honor of this patriotic holiday, here are 7 [...]

In our latest installment of 23 About Me, we get to know the lady behind our locations on Longboat Key. From the shores of North Carolina, to the islands of Sarasota, Georgina Clamage has always felt a close connection to the water. She spent her childhood days swimming or boating – even finding her way onto the front page of the New York [...]

The master bedroom should be a sanctuary in the home – a place to wake up feeling refreshed and retire each evening in comfort.  These 5 masterful masters in Manatee, Lee and Sarasota homes for sale will have you dreaming of drifting off in style: [...]

Mom. She does so much for us all year long. With one official day to celebrate how amazing she is, it’s up to us to make it memorable. Here are 10 ways to show you care in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties: [...]

With picture perfect weather along the Gulf Coast, April is one of the busiest months of the year. We have compiled a list of not-to-be-missed events that will have you rubbing elbows with stars, seeing provocative live theater, and maybe even catching a home run! [...]

Over 1,350 photos from hundreds of participants covering four Gulf Coast counties, $2,000 in prize money, four weekly winners, one grand prize winner, and more stunning sunset snapshots than we could have possibly imagined, and the close of the #SaundersSights photo contest  goes out with a [...]

The authority in all things coastal has named Venice, Florida a finalist for “Happiest Seaside Town” in America. Coastal Living has rounded up the top ten seaside destinations that make you smile and while this moniker comes as no surprise for locals and all of us at Michael Saunders & Company, we are thrilled to see it recognized! To determine the finalists, [...]

Valentine’s Day is this Saturday, February 14^th, and love is certainly in the air on Florida’s Gulf Coast. With an amazing array of events and attractions to enjoy,  here are 7 of the best ways to celebrate this romantic occasion: [...]