Palma Sola, FL

Bradenton

Palma Sola
Palma Sola
One of the weirdest wildlife encounters I had in Florida was with this wacky bird! I'm guessing he's an Anhinga (Anhinga anhinga).

He stayed nearly completely submerged, swimming underwater, stalking a school of fish. He'd only pop his head up every few minutes for a quick breath or when he'd catch a fish in his mouth sideways. Then he'd pop his head up with the fish in his mouth, flip the fish up in the air and catch it in the correct orientation to swallow it down.

Then back underwater for more hunting. This went on for at least 20-25 minutes. I have never seen a bird behave like this. I've seen cormorants dive down and disappear for a half a minute or so, but this was incredible to watch! 

Palma Sola Botanical Park is a 10 acre botanical garden located in Bradenton. It's beautiful AND free! 

The park showcases collections of rare palms, fruits, and flowering trees, as well as three lakes, a butterfly garden, gazebo, pavilion, and playground.
One of the weirdest wildlife encounters I had in Florida was with this wacky bird! I'm guessing he's an Anhinga (Anhinga anhinga).

He stayed nearly completely submerged, swimming underwater, stalking a school of fish. He'd only pop his head up every few minutes for a quick breath or when he'd catch a fish in his mouth sideways. Then he'd pop his head up with the fish in his mouth, flip the fish up in the air and catch it in the correct orientation to swallow it down.

Then back underwater for more hunting. This went on for at least 20-25 minutes. I have never seen a bird behave like this. I've seen cormorants dive down and disappear for a half a minute or so, but this was incredible to watch! 

Palma Sola Botanical Park is a 10 acre botanical garden located in Bradenton. It's beautiful AND free! 

The park showcases collections of rare palms, fruits, and flowering trees, as well as three lakes, a butterfly garden, gazebo, pavilion, and playground.
A bright orange cluster of blossoms on a tree.

Palma Sola Botanical Park is a 10 acre botanical garden located in Bradenton. It's beautiful AND free!

The park showcases collections of rare palms, fruits, and flowering trees, as well as three lakes, a butterfly garden, gazebo, pavilion, and playground.

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Principals hotels a Palma Sola

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4.813 opinions)
It was good. But cleaning isn’t auto and they need to clean their shower heads. Otherwise a good stay.

Opinió del dia 14 de febr. de 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

4 out of 5
6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
El preu és de 297 € per nit entre els dies 24 de febr. i 25 de febr..
297 €
24 de febr. - 25 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8,2/10 Very Good! (1.630 opinions)
Would definetly come back again! Great experience!

Opinió del dia 14 de febr. de 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
El preu és de 117 € per nit entre els dies 24 de febr. i 25 de febr..
117 €
24 de febr. - 25 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8,4/10 Very Good! (2.199 opinions)
There was construction happening during my stay so I didn’t get the best experience but with that being said i did have a great time

Opinió del dia 15 de febr. de 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Island Grand at TradeWinds

Island Grand at TradeWinds

4 out of 5
5500 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
El preu és de 264 € per nit entre els dies 22 de febr. i 23 de febr..
264 €
22 de febr. - 23 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7,4/10 Good! (985 opinions)
Restaurant & bar staff, service staff & Cabana beach service is outstanding ! Beach access is unmatched ! White flour soft sand ! However the Parking lot access to hotel was obstructed by several large service delivery trucks ! This is unacceptable & a very bad look ! This needs to be resolved! A ...

Opinió del dia 6 de febr. de 2026

Island Grand at TradeWinds
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
El preu és de 293 € per nit entre els dies 13 de març i 14 de març.
293 €
13 de març - 14 de març
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9,2/10 Wonderful! (5.300 opinions)
Great stay great rate

Opinió del dia 14 de febr. de 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
El preu és de 298 € per nit entre els dies 9 de març i 10 de març.
298 €
9 de març - 10 de març
taxes i impostos inclosos
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9,4/10 Exceptional! (1.950 opinions)
Excellent location! clean rooms, good breakfast! I highly recommend this hotel to stay for your next trip!

Opinió del dia 16 de febr. de 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
El preu més baix per nit que s’ha trobat en les últimes 24 hores per a una estada d’1 nit per a 2 adults. Els preus i la disponibilitat estan subjectes a canvis. Pot ser que s’apliquin condicions addicionals.

Altres zones com Palma Sola

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Alçades de Shore Acre

Encara que a Alçades de Shore Acre no hi ha gaires atraccions turístiques, pots acostar-te als voltants per descobrir llocs com Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura i Parc LECOM.

Alçades de Shore Acre
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Belair Bayou

Encara que no hi ha gaires punts d'interès representatius a Belair Bayou, pots visitar racons propers tan fabulosos com Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura i Parc LECOM.

Belair Bayou
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Turons del Port

És possible que a Turons del Port no hi trobis gaires punts d'interès representatius, però pots allunyar-te'n una mica per veure atraccions com Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura i Parc LECOM.

Turons del Port
West Bradenton

West Bradenton

Encara que a West Bradenton no hi ha gaires atraccions turístiques, pots acostar-te als voltants per descobrir llocs com Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura i Parc LECOM.

West Bradenton
Districte del Riu

Districte del Riu

Mentre ets a Districte del Riu, pots aprofitar per visitar Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura i Parc LECOM, alguns dels llocs més interessants de la rodalia.

Districte del Riu
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Llacs de Pins

Pot ser que a Llacs de Pins no hi hagi gaires punts d'interès, però pot començar a explorar els voltants per veure llocs com Parc LECOM i Museu Bishop de Ciència i Natura.

Llacs de Pins


Palma Sola, FL

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