Longboat Key, FL Local Area Information

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Have you heard of a large sea creature called a manatee, once mistakenly described as an ugly mermaid by Christopher Columbus? Curious about what a manatee really looks like or what they eat? You can watch Manatees being fed lettuce, kale, carrots and sweet potatoes in their 60,000 gallon indoor tank at the South Florida Museum in downtown Bradenton. A skilled narrator tells you the secrets of the... (read more)

Have you heard of a large sea creature called a manatee, once mistakenly described as an ugly mermaid by Christopher Columbus? Curious about what a manatee really looks like or what they eat? You can watch Manatees being fed lettuce, kale, carrots and sweet potatoes in their 60,000 gallon indoor tank at the Southwest Florida Museum and Aquarium in downtown Bradenton. A skilled narrator tells you t... (read more)

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For those who enjoy shopping, or have left something they need back home, don't miss the 130 name brand stores in Premium Outlets in Ellenton, Florida. The bargains have been described as "amazing." It is easy to find, Heading south on Interstate 75 from Tampa? The mall is 30 miles south of the Tampa airport. Just before you cross the Braden River turn off I-75 and head east onto U.S. 301. If you ... (read more)