There’s nothing like a Gulf Coast Fourth of July—sunshine, sand, boat parades, barbecues, and of course, spectacular fireworks to end the day with a bang! Whether you're staying on Longboat Key or in one of our beautiful RVA vacation rentals in Sarasota, Siesta Key, or...
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Plan Your Stay Around Sarasota’s Best Events – Year-Round Fun Awaits!
Looking to make your Gulf Coast getaway even more memorable? At RVA Resort Vacations, we believe the best vacations are built around unforgettable experiences—and Sarasota offers them all year long!
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Longboat Key, a slender barrier island stretching along Florida's Gulf Coast, is a haven of pristine beaches, lush natural beauty, and refined charm. As summer approaches, this idyllic destination truly comes alive, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Here are the top five...
Sea Turtle Nesting Season occurs every year from May to October! Please do your part so these little sea turtle hatchlings make it home safely to the ocean! RVA is proud to participate in ocean conservation and marine awareness to help preserve our small island community.
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Longboat Key was the vacation land of the Timucuan and Caloosa Indians for hundreds of years.
If you're looking for drier activities on a wet Florida day, we've complied some options below on local activities guaranteed to keep you entertained and out of the rain.
Siesta Key beach earns the number one spot in the Annual Top 10 Beaches in the United States by Dr. Beach, Dr. Stephen Leatherman, for the second time in 7 years.
Southwest Florida has a long list of fun attractions, but many can be expensive. We know that when you go on vacation, every little bit counts so our team has compiled a list of our Top 15 Free {YES, FREE} Sarasota Area Activities allowing you to explore our beautiful sites and sounds without the added cost.
Is your vacation getting off to a slow start? Are the kids already crying of boredom? Check out our top 10 kid-friendly activities we think they’ll love while visit our local area.
You just booked your entire family for a beach vacation on Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, and at some point during your quest to pack up, you’ll probably ask yourself, “what should I bring with me? Is our vacation home fully stocked?” The answer is ‘YES’!









