We really enjoyed our ferry ride to Egmont Key. I wish I could recall the captain and first mate…read morenames - but the first made had a beard and long braided hair and the captain was a silver haired very kind middle weight gentleman. They were informative along the way to and from and the captain even paid for our sodas on the way back in b/c we didn't have cash. The marina itself was easy to access and mostly calm. The check in gentleman was a bit unfriendly and angry in his delivery of orders- but perhaps he had good reason. Just not the most friendly start the day. All of what he said was likely valid, it was just the angry tone in delivery that felt off. All and all, I would definitely book again if we come back to the area!

Awesome time. Friendly folks. Took great care of all the attendees. I will tell everyone about…read moreHubbards.

Best fishing charter in the Tampa bay/ St Pete area, I went…read moreon a charter with him last week and caught so many fish couldn't be more happy, I'd recommend this charter to anyone friends or family especially

From the owner: Double O Fishing Charters is a locally owned and operated company that's provided personalized…read morefishing expeditions in Madeira Beach since the 1970s. Having grown up on the waters of the world-famous John's Pass, we know all the ins and outs of the best fishing spots. With us, you won't find your average commercial fishing charter -- you'll find a family of locals that will give you great fishing and personal, friendly guidance. Whether you're looking for an all-day fishing trip or just a sightseeing tour, you can always trust us to give you a trip that you'll never forget.

What an amazing day on the water, Brandon knows exactly where to go to find fish!!!…read more Incredible verity of fish caught at the different locations, Brandon put us onto fish at every stop, he's patient and very helpful. If your looking for an amazing experience of fishing than book a trip you won't be disappointed!!!!

Another great fishing trip with the salty dog!! I highly recommend this charter! You won't regret…read moreit!

Great boat ride and we came away with some nice fish! Very enjoyable and an exciting experience…read more Five stars for sure

We caught a lot of fish but the creature comforts, communication and preparedness were a bit…read morelacking. My family had a better experience with Maverick Charters. If you go, make sure to bring windbreaker / raincoat and sweater or jacket. The owner's wife Heather is terrific. ---- In response to the business owner's comments (see below), his son did not do a good job of making the trip fun, comfortable or safe. He's not a good communicator which is important when you're working with families. It also wasn't to the best idea to go so far out, which was his call. Fortunately, I was eventually able to talk him into staying a bit closer in after a long discussion. The young captain spent much of our time out there working on the boat. After his repairs to try and fix the broken speedometer, the boat wouldn't start and we were stuck out at sea for hours. The young captain's plan was to drift back towards shore until we were in cell phone range. No flares. No emergency devices to contact anyone. No joke. It would have been a very cold and uncomfortable night and it was quite an ordeal for us and our kiddos. Fortunately, I was able to contact emergency services and got us rescued. I tried to be pretty nice in my short review and focus on the positives, but I wouldn't use this charter company again and I certainly can't recommend them. Even if we hadn't had mechanical trouble, which happens, my family much preferred the way Maverick Charters handled my family's charter. The captain didn't have us towed by professionals because it would have cost him money. And the idea that we insisted on going out in a storm or that their poor decision making, lack of preparedness, and the captian's poor communication skills were our fault is just nonsense. They changed the time of our charter and we went along with it, just as we went along with all of the captain's decisions until realizing that he was incapable of handling the situation at hand. We all make mistakes and they're not bad people, but the owner lashing out at me over a bum cruise that we were still charged full price for is pretty gross. Your training, planning, maintenance and customer service skills need work. You can do better. Live and learn.

Best fishing experience ever! Owner Sam was easy to talk to. When talking with Sam I heard the…read moreexcitement in his voice and knew it was going to be good. His son Joe was are caption and was truly authentic, Florida born and raised, Florida fisherman I don't have any words to describe this fishing charter but EPIC, true first class, if you want an experience of a life time call these guys. O my god, it must be, I think because of the last name they are Italian. O my god, amazing. I cut the charter early because my kids got sick and still felt I got a deal of a lifetime. Thank you Joe, T bone and Sam for the experience of a lifetime, I can not wait to fish with you guys again.

Easy to book, boat was nice, & a very successful fishing day! My 17 year old caught the 2nd biggest…read moreKing Mackerel so he was very happy!

WOW! I saw a female alligator sitting on top of her nest so eggs keeping them warm and protected…read more Stayed at a safe distance but she must have been at least 10 feet with a huge mid section. What a sight to see.

This has a good trail, two lakes, and the typical Florida plants. It is a very pleasant 2 mile walk…read morearound the trail. There is a boardwalk out to the large lake, but they have neglected it and there are more and more hundreds of square meters of water weeds clogging it. If they don't do something soon, the lake will become unusable. There is a 10 foot alligator in the small lake that you occasionally see, which is fun. He/she sometimes suns himself on the bank so be careful. After Milton and Helene, the squirrels that used to follow you around on the trail are nowhere to be seen, and very few birds either. I suppose over time they will repopulate the park. It's a great way to spend an hour or so.

We took a morning half day trip with Captain Bubby yesterday (2/27/23) and had a great time. He…read moreknows where to find the fish and is very knowledgeable regarding both the gulf and back bay. We all caught a ton of fish and had a great time doing so. Caught mackerel, snapper, grouper and other varieties as well. If you want to catch fish but not waste hours getting to the far out fishing spots I would highly recommend Captain Bubby at Florida's Finest Fishing Charters. Mark N - Downingtown, PA.

Christmas on The Isle of Capri! My boyfriend and I set up a fishing excursion with Captain Bubby's…read moreover our Christmas vacation in Marco Island. We have gone out before on a fishing trip and had a great time. So, we booked a day trip and were not disappointed! RJ was our guide and he was awesome! Professional, fun, calm and was clearly wanting to give us the best experience he could. It was a fun day, we had a blast, caught a little fish and got a lot of sunshine and fresh air! Also Pelican Bend is a cool little spot, to chill, watch the Pelican's feeding and kick back at the bar outside and have a cold beer. Always a great experience. Thanks RJ! Scott and Sarah from Minnesota!

The fishing experience might be a little different than the birthday experience we got here. He…read morewill always make sure you are smiling and having fun either way. Chaser the pup is a great Co Captain ! We all had a blast

It was such a pleasure to be aboard this charter trip! Frank Hutchko, the Captain was…read more professional, funny, talented and we felt very safe out there miles and miles out into the ocean! The beautiful Skirtchasers boat with red, white and blue all over it shows patriotism and Frank's personality fit suit taking care of the ocean, his boat and everyone aboard! I would choose this charter every time! If you are looking to spend your hard earned money I recommend you spend it with Skirtchasers Charter you will get every penny's worth and more!!! Thank you Frank and Chaser you sweet pup!!!!

Awesome experience in Sarasota! Our guide, Nolan, made everything super smooth and shared lots of…read moreinteresting facts along the way. The kayak was easy to steer, though my husband and I are both tall and it felt a bit cramped after about an hour -- not a deal breaker at all. The light attached to the kayak was a great touch and helped illuminate the fish we were spotting. We even stopped to feed the catfish and got an up-close view, which was really fun. Although the water was cold and Nolan mentioned some fish weren't out, we still saw plenty and thoroughly enjoyed the calm ride through Sarasota Bay with beautiful views of the city skyline. I would absolutely do this again!

While I understand that weather can impact operations and trips may need to be canceled for safety,…read moremy frustration comes from the complete lack of communication before and after the cancellation. Prior to the trip, I attempted multiple times to contact the company with questions through email, text, and Facebook messages. There was no way to leave a voicemail, and despite messages clearly being read, I received no response. Then, just four hours before the scheduled trip, a generic automated email was sent canceling the experience and instructing customers to request a refund. After that, communication again became nonexistent. I received no response regarding next steps for the refund despite repeated outreach. Unfortunately, I ultimately had to file a dispute with my bank to recover the payment for a service that was never rendered. Weather cancellations are understandable -- poor communication and lack of customer support are not.

Really nice park. It has a little bit of everything - picnic shelters, playground, paved trails,…read morenature trails, boardwalk, lakes and wildlife. I was amazed at how quiet this park is while I was there.

Beautiful Florida park on the bank of Boca Ciega Bay! Lots of boardwalk trails and beautiful views…read morefrom the observation tower! It's free and you can drive in, walk in, or bike. Entrance is in Seminole Florida.