Exploring the waterways by kyak on one of the eco-tours sounds like a fun activity for this time of year. It's a chance to see parts of the Florida landscape and seascape around Anna Maria Island that we cannot easily access from the land, getting closer to nature and exploring pristine habitats. We are off to experience this first hand.

Diving is another activity that is offered from both Coquina Beach and Cortez beach. Sea Trek Divers operate a full service Padi five star dive center. They say that if you are not a certified diver you can get certified in as little as 4 days and that student divers can complete their training with them. Sea Trek also have a full range of rental scuba equipment and snorkeling gear.

That should keep us busy for a few days!

There was a postcard from Europe in the mailbox this morning from Sarah. She is currently staying at the Bwlch Tre Banau Estate in the United Kingdom. Apparently, it may be hard to pronounce the name, but it is absolutely beautiful there and she just does not want to leave. She is booked into Wheatsheaf Cottage until Sunday. Go to http://www.walesholidaycottages.com/ to see what she is talking about.