Gulf Shore Getaway

Siesta Key Bungalows

Siesta Key Bungalows is a cozy, romantic getaway offering 10 one-bedroom bungalows. Some of Siesta Key's units overlook the tranquil pristine blue waters of Heron Lagoon. Others are situated on the lush tropical courtyard which the Siesta Key Bungalows surround.

The Bungalows are situated less than a mile away from Siesta Key's beaches and boast free kayaking and canoing on Heron Lagoon. Heron Lagoon is approximately one mile in length. Its salt waters offer many of Florida fishermen's most popular catches: Red fish, Ladyfish, Baby Tarpon, Snook, Mullet and sea Trout. The lagoon is also home to the Florida River/Lagoon Otter. Siesta Key Bungalows offers a truly unique Florida vacation experience.

Broadwater Project Clears First Hurdle

In an update to the on-going Broadwater development proposal story, the City of Biloxi Planning Commission, after a long discussion, gave approval for the project yesterday.

Development plans will be subject to scrutiny by a committee to be set up by the planning commission, but for now the plans can go to the City Council for final approval.

In order to be approved and built as proposed, the City of Biloxi will need to push its own envelope for what it will allow in its quest to become the Las Vegas of the Gulf Coast. Variances for the Broadwater resort include the nearly doubling of Biloxi's height restriction from 220 ft to just over 400 ft. and a decrease in parking density from 2.5 spaces per housing unit to approximately 1.8 spaces per unit.

Why would they do this? With a capacity of up to 10,000 new Biloxi condo and hotel units, the Broadwater resort and its proposed casinos, golf course, shopping, restaurants and marina could bring in as much as $6.5 million in tax revenue per month.

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Island Winds Condos East and West

The Island Winds East and Island Winds West are located on West Beach in Gulf Shores. This gulf front condo complex is located near the center of Gulf Shores, conveniently near many attractions. This makes the Island Winds East and West a favorite among gulf coast vacationers.

The Island Winds offer both gulf front and gulf view units. Both Island Winds Condo complexes offer 260 feet of private warm, sugary-white sun-soaked beach. On the Gulf Shores side of the complex you'll find the Island Winds is directly across the street from BJ's Seafood Restaurant , Sun Place Else, The Custard Shop, and a Pizza Hut - perfect for families with children or teens who can walk to these and many other nearby Gulf Shores attractions.

Holiday Isle Condos

Construction continues on the Holiday Isle Resort. This Dauphin Island condo project is located on Bienville Blvd. directly east of the Dauphin Island Beach Club on the site of the old Holiday Inn. The Holiday Isle is on track for an early 2007 opening.

Sugar Beach Condos

Panama City's Sugar Beach low-rise gulf front condo complex offers 1, 2, 3, & 4 bedroom units. The entire complex surrounds a fresh water lake and lushly landscaped courtyards, giving the complex the feel of a private neighborhood. The lake supports Florida's natural flora and fauna - fish, turtles and native birds - a great place for an afternoon stroll away from the beach.

But the beach is not far away either. Sugar Beach is located at the corner of Joan Avenue and Thomas Drive, this Panama City vacation condo development is just a few steps away from the beach and the Gulf of Mexico.

Bacaran Bay Secures Biloxi Approval

An update today on the Bacaran Bay Casino and The Villas at Bacaran Bay - The City of Biloxi has granted approval for the project.

Torguson Gaming, the project's developer, had sought several variances from the city in order to build the $500 million complex. The variances will allow Bacaran Bay a lodging density of 108 units per acre. Currently in the proposed area density is limited to 30 units per acre. Right of way on two city streets, including the purchase of all of Balius Alley and a portion Cuevas Street was also required. With those variances in hand the company will now seek approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission.

Approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission is the last hurdle to be overcome by the company, and gaining it is only expected to take a few weeks. With approvals in hand, Torguson says construction could begin as early as this spring. Construction is estimated to take 2