Mike Braswell is a Tampa Bay Realtor, serving St Petersburg, Clearwater, all nearby beaches and more. Mike and his 6 year old son started LovingStPete in October of 2020 after a difficult year took its toll on local businesses. After being cooped up for portions of 2020 (lockdown) they decided to get out and explore, helping spread the good word about the local area he loves so much. Often even doing gift card giveaways to support local. LovingStPete is now followed by over 27 thousand people on social media! The majority of posts are informative on fun parks, activities, day trips, great restaurants, and in general provide a comprehensive tour of the area! His 6 year old son generally helps him gather the info, providing his wife some 'child-free' time in the process! A win-win, with his son being exposed to many great events and activities in the process.
Soon after receiving his bachelors in Management Information Systems, Mike developed and then operated a vacation rental advertising business for 10+ years as CEO/Owner. The business was eventually acquired by HomeAway/VRBO.
When not spending time with his beautiful wife and energetic son, Mike enjoys boating and is also an avid tennis player. An interesting fact about Mike is that he grew up on an avocado farm with over 15 varieties, some of which you can find in our local Publix/Winn Dixie as his dad still farms the same farm at 87 years old!
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve in St Petersburg is Incredible Published on 10/02/23: Nature lovers and parents, did you know that just 4 miles from downtown St Pete lies a beautiful 245 acre nature preserve with fort playground, wildlife rescues, and education center? Who knows the amazing Boyd Hill? Address: 1101 Country Club Way [...]
J&K Seafood (formerly Trappman's) A Seafood Market and Grill Published on 10/01/23: Whew…Loving St Pete is back (info below). I’m kicking it off with a locally owned seafood shack with 800 Google Reviews and a 4.7/5 star avg. Plus, a huge fish taco meal for only $7.99! If you haven’t done so already, [...]
Delicious Engine No9 Burgers in St Petersburg Published on 09/13/23: Let's talk about Engine No9 near downtown St Pete! Creative burgers, hot dogs, craft beer, and more. With an excellent 4.7/5 on Google Reviews and 3K+ reviews, I’m thinking a number of you know it. Sophisticated Culinary Prime Burgers in St Pete While [...]
DigiSavIt in Tampa - Converting Old VHS Tapes to Digital Published on 09/11/23: Your LegacyBox alternative is DigiSavIt in Westchase! Our family has converted 40+ VHS tapes thus far to digital and now breathing a sigh of relief. Preserved forever. Plus, we have backup copies on multiple thumb drives, just in case. DigiSavIt [...]
Rainbow River Tubing - Fun Trip at KP Hole Published on 08/17/23: The Rainbow River! We’re back! Who knows this beautiful state park or wants a COOL place to relax while it’s still summertime hot? While the Rainbow River is nearly a 2-hour drive from St. Pete, it’s a very unique registered national [...]
Toby's Little Italy in St Petersburg - Pizza, Cheesesteak, and more Published on 08/17/23: Toby’s Original Little Italy Pizza! When a strip mall restaurant has 3400+ Google reviews and a 4.7/5 star average, the Loving St Pete radar lights up. We had to visit! If you haven’t tried Little Italy, I encourage you [...]
Choosing the Best Real Estate Agent in St. Petersburg, Florida Published on 08/05/23: Our Area is Complex, Choose your Realtor Wisely Florida is famous for its magnificent beaches, sunny weather, and vibrant lifestyle, and St. Petersburg is no exception. If you're planning to buy or sell a property in this beautiful city, you need [...]
Moving to Downtown St Pete - It's a Lifestyle! Published on 08/03/23: Why You Should Consider Moving to Downtown St. Pete: A Comprehensive Guide Are you thinking of relocating to a new city? Want to enjoy the perfect blend of sun, fun, and relaxation? Look no further than downtown St. Pete – Florida's hidden [...]
Moving to St Pete Beach - A Great Place to Call Home Published on 08/03/23: Why St Pete Beach Will be Your New Paradise When it comes to moving to a new place, the decisions can be overwhelming. Finding a new home or condo, adjusting to new surroundings, and making new friends are some [...]
Sawgrass Lake Park in St Petersburg - Observation Tower, Boardwalk... Published on 08/03/23: This was my first trip to the 400-acre Sawgrass Lake Park [said in a whispered mumble]. Right here in St Pete. Seriously, what was I thinking? It’s even on the water and has an observation tower. You know that’s ✔️✔️ [...]