Margaritaville Musical

How does the purveyor of the laid-back lifestyle remain so prolifically productive in such diverse and seemingly disparate activities as hotel development, songwriting, book writing, concert tours, opening restaurants, and even a new senior living development in Florida called ‘Latitude Margaritaville’ that is described as, ". . . that happy place in your mind, the spirit of adventure in your soul." Jimmy does it all while strumming his six-string and endlessly enjoying himself on stage and on the water.  

Next winter, Jimmy Buffett will add a Broadway musical to his endless repertoire of creative output when Escape to Margaritaville takes the stage in New York after its recent premiere at the La Jolla Playhouse. A bartender named Tully falls in love with a tourist, the music kicks in, and another Jimmy Buffett tale unfolds. 

Meanwhile, the latest vision for living the dream of the sailing and surfing lifestyle profiled in a 2015 ‘Lectronic Latitude is underway at Friendship Yacht Company in Portsmouth, RI, where they are completing construction of Buffett’s new Surfari 44. Complete with rooftop surfboard rack, the boat is scheduled to launch and sail this summer. 

If you’re a sailor, it’s hard not to cross tacks and enjoy the Jimmy Buffett vibe somewhere on your voyage. And whether you’re on Broadway or in that ‘one particular harbor’, you’ll likely find Jimmy Buffett there in spirit, playing on someone’s stereo . . . or anchored next door.