Popular Stories
Boat parking at The Crow’s Nest in Venice [Photo: Lauren Jackson]
10 Things to Do in Venice Learn More
The Bay Playground
20 Hidden Gems for Kids around Sarasota Learn More
Family at Sarasota Jungle Gardens
50 Things to Do With Only a Few Hours Learn More
RS2019_MyakkaCanopyWalk_OPT.jpg
Top Sarasota Parks & Trails Learn More

Eve Thompson

Writer & Editor

About Eve Thompson

Born on Florida's Gulf Coast, Eve has saltwater in her veins—and a passion for sharing that love of the coast with the world. She's spent years exploring the state's beaches and now brings that firsthand knowledge to everything she writes about Sarasota. A lifelong reader and wannabe coffee snob, Eve can often be found at a local café sipping iced coffee and trying to make a dent in her ever-growing TBR.

More Articles By Eve Thompson

Beaches & Bites: A Traveler's Guide to Longboat Key

longboat key aerial shot

Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts.

Stretching for 12 miles between the Gulf and Sarasota Bay, Longboat Key offers a quieter side of Florida's Gulf Coast. Like all Florida Keys, it has a distinct flavor all its own.

2026
July

Must-See Attractions for Animal Lovers in Sarasota

save our seabirds parrot

Sarasota's animal attractions promise guaranteed sightings and unforgettable encounters for all ages.

From interactive touch tanks at aquariums to feedings and demos at wildlife sanctuaries, the Sarasota area is one of Florida's top destinations for animal lovers. See tiny seahorses, flamingos, elephants, big cats and so much more—there is no shortage of animal attractions to add to your itinerary here.

To help you make the most of your visit, we've paired each attraction with a nearby restaurant and hotel to help you better plan an entire day's adventure or vacation.

2026
June