Travel & Where to Stay
Hotel
Gasparilla Inn and Club
Boca Grande and the Gasparilla Inn hold a very special place in our hearts and we are so excited that you all have the opportunity to stay here for our wedding weekend. The Inn offers a variety of room and cottage types at various price points and most importantly, gives you full access to the Beach Club, tennis/pickle ball courts, and the newly renovated golf course - we strongly suggest you book at the Inn so you can take full advantage! Accommodation types and rates are outlined through the link below. To make your reservation, please call (844) 211-4535 and reference the Gemes-Suspenski wedding. We recommend booking as soon as possible to ensure you get your desired room type. If you have any questions, trouble, and/or would like advice on the options, text Syd or Tim!
Hotel
The Innlet
We also have a small block at the nearby Innlet Hotel! It is a few blocks from the Gasparilla Inn and has waterfront and courtyard rooms plus the best breakfast on island. Please note, you will not be able to access the Beach Club, tennis and/or golf if staying at The Innlet. Click the link below to view their rates and please call 855.643.7557 to book your room - be sure to reference the Gemes-Suspenski wedding when booking.
Flight
(SRQ) Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
~1 hour 15 minute drive - the most luxurious option, but definitely the fewest flight options from NYC, PHL, etc.
Flight
(RSW) Southwest Florida International Airport (Ft. Myers)
~1 hour 30 minute drive - Tim's personal preference and the most civilized. Enjoy a final pint before your return flight at Shula's.
Flight
(TPA) Tampa International Airport
~2 hour drive - By far the most flights and usually the most affordable option. Plus, they have a PF Chang's.
Travel Note
Getting to and from Boca Grande
While Uber/Lyft will be available at any of the above airports to take you TO THE island, Uber/Lyft pickups ON THE island are not available. You will either want to consider coordinating with friends/family to rent a car or we strongly suggest arranging a ride back to the airport ahead of time. You certainly don't need a car while on island, but rental cars might be more affordable than Ubering two ways. We recommend Boca Grande Limo as a go to car service to take you to any of the major airports. You can reach them by calling 941.964.0455 and they'll then coordinate everything else via text. OR you can utilize the Inn's concierge service by calling 855-200-3250 and have them organize a car service for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about transportation.
Travel Note
Getting Around The Island
Once on island, nearly everything is walkable from the Inn but golf carts are definitely the preferred mode of transportation. If you’d like to cruise the island on wheels, you can rent golf carts and bikes through the Inn. Options can be viewed through the link below and reserved by calling 941.964.4625. OR we recommend renting carts through Kappy's Karts as well as Caddy Carts. We recommend calling them directly in order to organize your rental. Phone numbers are below! Kappy's Karts - (941) 217-1143 Caddy Carts - (941) 474-4747 *Reminder! Our Friday night Welcome Party is a cart ride away - could be fun to rent a cart for Friday and split the cost with another couple.