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Why Are Jimmy Buffett Fans Called Parrot Heads?

May 1, 2017September 9, 20193 Comments

Parrot Heads

When we think of the word Parrot Head, the name Jimmy Buffett immediately comes to mind. This is hardly any surprise as the most common definition of the term is “Jimmy Buffett fan”, but there is so much more to being a Parrot Head than attending a concert or listening to his album with a Margarita on a Sunday afternoon.

The identity of the Buffett Parrot Head has grown over the decades to symbolize a love of the lifestyle that Buffett sings about and a desire to kick back whenever possible with good music, good friends, and good drinks and just let the world go by.

While the generosity and spirit of the fan base are to be applauded, one important question remains for outsiders looking in – …

A Review Of Margaritaville Resort – Biloxi, MS

March 20, 2017July 21, 2017Leave a comment

Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi MS

Margaritaville Hotels have become a big hit with Jimmy Buffett fans looking for a place to a stay with a difference. These establishments, all of which are owned and approved by the man himself with official restaurants and facilities, are designed to provide the relaxed lifestyle promoted within the music, while still offering first class accommodation. In the Spring of 2016, a new complex was added to list – the Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi, MS. This 55,000 square foot resort is designed to provide everything that visitors need over 22 stories. This means 373 relaxing rooms, plenty of great places to eat and drink and some family-friendly fun.…

Choosing The Right Margaritaville Margarita Maker

February 2, 2017October 4, 2020Leave a comment

Margaritaville Margarita Maker

The number one purchase for many Jimmy Buffett fans has to be a Margarita machine but, with so many different official Margaritaville models to choose from, how do you know which one to get. Thankfully, the beauty of the Margaritaville range of blenders is that they are all designed to be idiot-proof. This means that if you love the Parrot Head lifestyle and want to get some friends round for a celebration, you don’t have to have a Ph.D. in chemistry or to have worked in some fancy bar in Tahiti. You can go to the kitchen, throw all your ingredients into the blender, press the button and return to your guests with a pitcher of beautiful, ice-cold margaritas.

If you have ever browsed the Margaritaville recipes …

Jimmy Buffett Concerts In Atlantic City

January 4, 2017April 14, 2021Leave a comment

Jimmy Buffett Concert

The summer series of Jersey Shore concerts at the Atlantic City Beach boardwalk is now into its second year and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever. The beach will see the largest capacity shows ever staged on the shore, and three high-profile headliners have been announced. On September 1st, locals can enjoy Zac Brown Band with Drake White and the Big Fire. On September 3rd, there is the impressive line-up of Florida Georgia Line, Cole Swindell, the Cadillac Three and Kane Brown.

Kicking it all off, however, is one for the Parrot Heads – on August 13th, Jimmy Buffett & the Coral Reefer Band will take to the stage.…

Easy To Make Margarita Drinks You Can Enjoy At Home

December 10, 2016August 21, 2018Leave a comment

Margarita Drinks

Some elements of a Margarita are crucial to getting the best tropical experience, such as tequila, a bit of lime for sharpness, salt to balance it all out and a nice glass to put it all it. Other elements are optional, such as ice, other flavors, and a little cocktail umbrella or some other flashy accessory.

There are lots of different ways to make a Margarita, and the best thing is that many of the recipes can be easily recreated in your home. Think about your favorite fruits that may be in the house, get experimental with other ingredients and colors, raid the liquor cabinet and consider themed Margarita recipes for a special occasion.…

A Review of Margaritaville Beach Resort Hollywood, Florida

October 8, 2016August 21, 2018Leave a comment

Margaritaville Beach Resort, Florida

The Margaritaville Beach Hotel is located in the heart of the buzzing seaside resort of Hollywood, FL which means it is ideally placed for great nightlife, shopping, and the beautiful sandy beaches. What sets this option apart from the many hotels and resorts along this long strip, however, is the name.

It is no coincidence – this Margaritaville Beach Hotel is the same Margaritaville that Jimmy Buffett sang about all those years ago. Fans of Jimmy Buffett and his songs are prime customers for this hotel, and the new restaurant of the same name, but, as the wealth of glowing Margaritaville Beach Resort reviews shows, there is a much wider appeal here.…

Jimmy Buffett And Coral Reefer Band

September 5, 2016April 14, 2021Leave a comment

Jimmy Buffett Experience Is About Margaritaville

For many Parrot Heads, the appeal of the Jimmy Buffett experience is all about the notion of Margaritaville and the fantastic ideology that this esteemed singer/songwriter has created over the past 50+ years.

This man is celebrated as a writer and storyteller. Not only have keen fans latched onto the imagery of some of the best-loved songs, allowing themselves to be transported to far-away, sun-kissed beaches on their downtime, but they have also identified with the way of life promoted by the man through his music and attitudes to the world.…

7 Really Unique Margarita Recipes You Gotta Try

August 7, 2016October 29, 20201 Comment

Many Parrot Heads own one of those awesome Margaritaville margarita machines that are available, and this means plenty of chances to sit back by the pool, sipping a tropical margarita cocktail or two and letting life pass you by.

It is nice to be able to relax with something familiar and comforting, but you could be missing out on a great tasting drink if you stick to the same ingredients each weekend. Luckily, the official Margaritaville menu board is full of incredible margarita recipes for fans to try. Here are 7 of the best Buffett-inspired margarita recipes as options.…

Summer 2016 Brings The I Don’t Know Tour To Jimmy Buffett Fans

June 3, 2016April 14, 2021Leave a comment

The “I Don’t Know Tour 2016 ” For Jimmy Buffett Fans

Exactly one month after the final Working N’ Playing show wrapped up at the PNC Music Pavilion in Charlotte, NC, Jimmy Buffett and his band went back out on the road for an extensive list of shows that will keep them busy throughout the summer months, right into October.

After a set at the Austin City Limits festival, the I Don’t Know tour began winding its way through the US to theaters, pavilions, and seaside locations. This tour is a fantastic opportunity for Parrot Heads to actually soak up the vibes of the Margaritaville lifestyle in some brilliant settings, but what can they expect from a Jimmy Buffett Concert in 2016?…

Review of Margaritaville Hotel in Pigeon Forge

Reviews of Margaritaville Hotel in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

May 5, 2016August 21, 2018Leave a comment

Margaritaville Hotel in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

The Margaritaville hotel brand is one that has grown and grown as fans of Jimmy Buffett continue to seek out hotels, bars, restaurants and even mobile games that are linked to the man’s music. The line of Margaritaville hotels that have sprung up across America has shown that it is possible to blend these potentially tacky references with great décor and facilities to create a welcoming, beachfront resort.

This was true at the first resort on Pensacola Beach, FL but the idea of a Margaritaville resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee has a different vibe to it. As online Margaritaville Hotel reviews have shown, however, this is still a great option for Buffett fans.…

Jimmy Buffett

April 4, 2016June 20, 2016Leave a comment

Jimmy Buffett

Today Jimmy Buffett is best known for the Margaritaville brand and the legions of Parrot Heads who fly into his shows from across the country, but his story does not start with the hit song that would give its name to his hotels, cocktail-making machines, and other enterprises.The Parrot Heads can trace the birth of their movement to a concert in 1985; Margaritaville was released in 1977, but Jimmy had been out in Nashville trying to make a name for himself for a whole decade before that.

For nearly 60 years, Buffett has been a star of a style of music that defies pigeon-holing, an admired frontman for the Coral Reefers and the leader of a fad that quickly became a way of life.

Buffett was born in …

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