OUR FAMILY VACATION · NOVEMBER 14–30, 2026

Florida Gulf Coast

Explore beaches, food, music, history, wildlife and family adventures.

Home base: Mariner Beach Club · St. Pete Beach

BEACHES · WILDLIFE · FOOD · MUSIC · FAMILY
Thanksgiving · Thursday, November 26
Family day together at the Mariner. No outings planned; a sunset walk is optional.

Little Explorers · Ages 2 & 4

Short, flexible adventures for the grandkids: playgrounds, marine animals, gardens, and hands-on fun. Plan around naps and snacks; check age suitability, hours and admission.

Dates and practical notes

Nov 14: Arrive after 6 PM. Nov 19–22 and Nov 27–29: Sanding Ovations (dates subject to confirmation). Nov 20–22: Suncoast Jazz Festival (confirm schedule). Nov 26: Thanksgiving at the Mariner.

Manatees: Sightings are never guaranteed. Winter sanctuary restrictions apply to Three Sisters Springs; do not plan to kayak into the springs. For other kayak rentals, verify the actual boat's rated capacity and fit before booking.

Important: This is a family planning guide, not a live directory. Listings and operating details have not all been independently verified. Each card has a unique destination-themed illustration, not a verified photograph of the actual venue. Maps require internet. The Producer app is the separate source for published live-music schedules.