Travel + Leisure magazine has just published its top ten list of the best islands to visit in the South, with Longboat Key earning the #1 spot. Longboat Key is recognized as the best for reasons that are well known to us. While the white sand beaches and crystal Gulf water are obvious appeals for visitors, it is the residential pace that sets our special island apart from others on the list. Welcoming for visitors but not overrun by tourism, Longboat Key captures the rare combination of exquisite tropical beauty with quick access to a cosmopolitan downtown and a special blend of both upscale and downhome hospitality.
