One of the highlights of shooting images on an assignment in South Florida,  is the absolute stellar natural light and beauty that is seen just about everywhere.

I had the privilege of documenting the unveiling ceremony of the magnificent St. Regis Longboat Key Resort this past Friday August 16th, 2024.

Hands down the most beautiful resort I’ve ever seen. Coupled with paying homage to the late John Ringling, Sarasota’s iconic Ringling Circus history.

Following the speeches, a kabuki curtain dropped from the 18ft floor to ceiling windows unveiling the resort’s breathtaking views of private white sand beach meeting the endless blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico while an aerialist performed.

As drinks & hors d’oeuvres were served by St. Regis Butlers, Anthony Capuano,

President and CEO of Marriott International, Bob Kharazmi, Managing Director of Marriott International Luxury Operations Brands U.S. & Canada, Chuck Whittall, Founder and CEO of Unicorp National Developments

and Winfred van Workum, General Manager of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort welcomed guests into the Great Hall for remarks.

Guests were captivated as the event concluded with the St. Regis ritual of champagne sabering before being led on property tours and sampling cuisines of the many restaurants.

Multiple swimming pools including an onsite aquarium with a backdrop of the beautiful Gulf Coast sea.

The hotel rooms and suites, Grand Oval Ballroom are all so tastefully decorated to sooth ones soul. But …The SPA blew me away! Talk about LUXURY!

My colleague Juliana Dennis, publisher of GolfCoast Magazine allowed me the honor to document such a special property and view such incredible beauty.

Thank you, Juliana and “Hats off” on your gorgeous magazine!