Welcome to the THERAPY-IV Deep Sea Fishing Blog. Captain Stan Saffan and his crew of deep sea sportfishing experts have been fishing the South Florida waters for over 40 years, providing private and shared deep sea and Biscayne Bay charter boat experiences of a lifetime to thousands of people that have had a chance to fish with them. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time fishing in Miami or you are a master big game monster catcher, you can count on the THERAPY-IV to make your day at sea a memorable one.

We would also love to hear from you! Whether your Deep Sea Fishing Experience was with us or on your own, tell us about it! This will be a place to discuss all things Sports Fishing! Everything from products to techniques, we want to hear it all! I look forward to hearing from all you avid Deep Sea Fishermen out there!

Go get 'em!



Thursday, July 28, 2016

Critical Mass Visits Miami Beach

If you don’t have any plans for the weekend yet, you might want to consider putting on your protective gear, grabbing your bike, and bringing along a bottle of water. Tomorrow is July’s Critical Mass, the monthly cycling event held every last Friday that aims to bring locals together to take a ride through Miami’s always active streets. This month’s Critical Mass is changing it up a bit and bringing the bikes and crowds right here to Miami Beach.

Critical Mass participants will be heading into Miami Beach at about 7:15 pm via the 79th Street Causeway, continuing eastbound along 71st Street before switching south into Indian Creek Drive and 63rd Street. Cyclists will then be pedaling through Collins Avenue to 23rd Street and eventually west to Dade Boulevard. The Venetian Causeway is the final route before participants return to the original starting point in Miami.

Although Critical Mass has yet to become an officially sanctioned or permitted event, the Miami Beach Police Department does plan on placing officers at various intersections to ensure safety. Residents and anyone who may be planning on dropping by Miami Beach may want to plan ahead as it’s expected that Critical Mass will cause traffic tie-ups for at least three hours.

If you want to learn more about Critical Mass or participate, visit http://www.themiamibikescene.com.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Monday, July 25, 2016

This Week’s Miami Food Events

Looking for something food-related to do this week? There is never any shortage of events to check out in Miami Beach and the neighboring areas. Without further ado, let’s see what exciting events are going on.

The Dutch’s "Pig Roast Extravaganza" BBQ series will be hosting its grand finale on the 27th. The same people behind Taquiza on Collins Avenue and Pinch Kitchen in Miami will be hosting a walk around feast for attendees so make sure to book your spot early by calling 305-938-3111 before they’re all gone.

The Miami Spice festivities are right around the corner and to celebrate the arrival Miami New Times Iron Fork will be hosting a variety of different bites on July 28th at the American Airlines Arena. Over 45 different restaurants will be providing food to sample. Tickets for the event are available through Ticketmaster.

Are you a tequila fan? Visit Beaker & Gray’s in Wynwood and check out the Casa Noble Pairing Dinner on July 28th where you’ll be able to enjoy a delectable meal based around the popular Mexican spirit.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Meet New People at Contradance

It’s easy to become preoccupied with the sweltering summer heat, and often the more you think about it the hotter you’ll feel. To take your mind off of the heat and whatever other concerns may be on your mind, you can always try dancing, or in this case “contradance”.

What is contradance? Consider it an evolved version of square dancing with English, Scottish, French, African origins where a band calling itself Cornbread performs music at the North Beach Bandshell designed to get everybody of all ages dancing. In fact, by the time the dancing is over, just about everyone has danced with each other. Cornbread’s Anita Mason and her husband are largely responsible for bringing Contradance to South Florida and it’s being held every Thursday from 8pm to 10pm. Guests that wish to receive dance lessons should arrive an hour early.

Tonight’s Contradance event will have an Irish vibe followed by a “best of” of sorts next week. Admission to the event is free but guests are encouraged to make a donation of $5.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Monday, July 18, 2016

Summer Food and Drink Events

Are you the culinary type? If so, you know Miami is bursting with eateries and activities for those of us who consider ourselves “foodies”, mixologists in the making, future chefs, and wine connoisseurs. Let’s check out what’s happening.

The Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is hosting local guest chefs throughout the summer as part of its Verde's Exclusive Guest Chef Dinner Series. Each edition features a reception held on the PAMM terrace, a three-course dinner, and a welcome cocktail. Chef Aaron Brooks from EDGE Steak & Bar at Four Seasons will be making an appearance on August 4th followed by Cheese Lodge & Spa Chef Niven Patel on September 1st. Tickets cost $85 through Eventbrite.

Longtime favorite Meat Market on Lincoln Road will be debuting its new Chef's Table dinner series featuring original dishes by Executive Chef and Co-Owner Sean Brasel. Guests will be dining on various meals with locally sourced ingredients every third Wednesday of the month beginning at 8pm. Seating is limited to just sixteen people and tickets cost $85 per person or $120 for an optional drink pairing.

Complement your dining experience with a trip on the THERAPY-IV! Check out our video on YouTube.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Support for Dallas

In the wake of the recent shootings in Dallas, our team at Therapy-IV would like express our deepest condolences to those affected by this crime. The incident on July 7, 2016 began as a peaceful protest until the demonstrators began to hear gunshots. This gunfire originated from the lone suspect, Micah Xavier Johnson’s gun. 

Johnson was a veteran of the military and served in Afghanistan. He was able to shoot at different levels from one building because he was very familiar with the techniques of mobile shooting. Police found materials to make bombs, ammunition, rifles and ballistic vests confirming that he had planned attack thoroughly. He had told the negotiators that he had acted alone in retaliation to the recent police shootings. Intentionally targeting white police officers, Johnson was shot twelve people, killing five officers. Since 9/11, this has been the deadliest single incident for law enforcement.

Police attempted to negotiate with the suspect but their efforts were futile. Eventually they ended the standoff by detonating a bomb through the use of the robots. To read more about the Dallas Shooting visit http://www.cnn.com/2016/07/08/us/philando-castile-alton-sterling-protests/index.html.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Thursday, July 7, 2016

South Florida Fishing Activity This Week

Another week means another opportunity to see where the best fishing activity is happening. With the temperatures pushing the upper 90s, it’s a perfect time to see what’s going on around the Florida waters.

Your best bet this week is daytime bottom fishing off of the Miami shores which has seen lots of activity from yellowtail, mutton, and mangrove snappers hanging out near the reefs. Bonitos, pilchards, and ballyhoo have also been quite active.

If you happen to be close to the waters of Key Biscayne, Crandon Park Marina is reporting offshore activity from dolphin fish as well as blackfin tuna. The tuna are being found in schools in waters between 200 to 300 feet. Your best bet to catch them would likely be using strip baits and trolling feathers. Speaking of marinas, mangrove, mutton and yellowtail snappers are being seen over by Haulover Marina.

Nighttime bottom fishing is attracting fish like mangrove snappers as well as yellowtails and mutton snappers over in the Keys. Islamorada is also active with swordfish and dolphin fish activity.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Dine by the Water at The Deck

Looking for a new place to try this month? If you happen to own a mega yacht, you might want to head over to the Island Gardens Deep Harbour Marina on the MacArthur Causeway to try The Deck at Island Gardens. Don’t worry about not having a boating vessel, locals are more than welcome too.

The Deck at Island Gardens was created as a complement to the ever-growing trend of chartering business around the country and the increasing demand for super yachting. The one-stop destination lounge and restaurant features panoramic vistas of Biscayne Bay and Miami plus a menu inspired by the Mediterranean available Friday through Sunday nights. Guests can also enjoy brunch buffet on Sunday from 1pm to 5pm.

Some of the food items available at The Deck at Island Gardens include the beef brisket, chuck and short rib Deck Burger, a chilled seafood tower designed to be shared among diners, and much more. Guests concerned about the hot weather will find tables with large white umbrella shades and cabanas.


THERAPY-IV, a Miami Beach deep sea charter fishing boat service, brought this update to you. This charter provides all of their clientele with a high-end deep sea fishing experience. With their luxury yacht, exceptional customer service and experienced and professional Captain and crew, visitors can rest easy, they will not only have a memorable fishing experience but will also have the pleasure of visiting the best spots off the coast of Miami and Biscayne Bay. To schedule a trip or to learn more about Miami deep sea fishing, contact 305-945-1578.