Brandon’s Backyard: Bar and Island Hopping

Welcome to my home! I hope you’ll give me the opportunity to take you out on my boat and show you all the best bars and islands in Tampa Bay. If bar/island hopping doesn’t sound amazing, this experience isn’t for you. But if the idea of rocking out on islands and stepping off a boat into a bar sounds like fun, then you’ve come to right place! Depending on your preferences and water conditions there are 2 general directions we can go: Tampa and St. Pete Beach.

 

If you prefer a more active downtown experience or if the water is too choppy, we head to Tampa.

  • Fantasy Island
  • Downtown Davis Island
  • River Walk
  • Bike Ride Downtown Tampa
  • Channelside
  • Bike Ride Ybor City
  • Curtis Hixon Park
  • Water Works Park

 

If you prefer a more laid-back beachy experience AND if the water cooperates, we head to St. Pete Beach.

  • Downtown St. Pete
  • Gulfport
  • St. Pete Beach
  • Pass-a-Grille Beach
  • Blind Pass
  • Treasure Island
  • John’s Pass
  • Madeira Beach

The specific spots we go to in each area will depend what on what you like. Whether its dive bars, rooftop bars, or anything in between, you can trust that I will show you a good time. Click the map below to see the general route we travel for each trip.

You want me to Uber where?

Most “Locals” don’t live in the city.  We live normal lives and can’t afford to pay $2000 a month for a loft. I know a $20 Uber/Lyft ride to my house may seem like a deal breaker, but I can promise that once you feel the beautiful breeze as we cruise the waters of Tampa Bay, it’ll be worth it.

 

Who is this Brandon guy?

I’m a normal guy that likes to party. I’ve been living in the Tampa area for 20 years and boating these beautiful waterways for over 5 of those years. I’m a high school teacher that works Monday-Friday so I can have fun on Saturday and Sunday. Honestly, I’m the kind of guy that likes to show people a good time.

 

What kind of boat is it?

Let me be very clear about the boat. It’s not fancy and it’s not sparkling clean. I’ve used it every week since the day I got it and you can definitely tell it gets used a lot. That being said, its an 18.5 ft. Sea Pro dual console with a 150 HP Johnson outboard motor. I’ve had it for almost 3 years now and I’ll keep it till the day I die.