![Boat parking at The Crow’s Nest in Venice [Photo: Lauren Jackson]](/sites/default/files/styles/popular_stories_teaser/public/2023-import/The-Crow%2527s-Nest-cropped__OPT.jpg.webp?itok=F_GZSs8A)
The Historic Downtown Village of Sarasota provides hands-on, kid-friendly creativity with the no-planning-or-cleaning relaxation that vacation demands
Sarasota is a city of creativity.
Shopping
Pinecraft gives visitors a glimpse into a quieter lifestyle where the food is made from scratch, the pastimes involve no Wi-Fi, and everything is done with pride.
Holiday gifts can turn into a daunting expedition. Take our advice and find some great gifts for your loved ones to cherish!
Learn more about how a sweet little Sarasota treat is made and where it can be enjoyed.
People might not be the only thing vacationing in Sarasota County. Thanks in part to our subtropical climate, which produces a beautiful range of colorful and attractive flowers, other little visitors seem to have their ears buzzing. Bees that is, and they leave us with a sweet treat that is enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
From spas to yachts, and resort wear to hors d’ourves, Sarasota offers an abundance of upscale accommodations, shops and things to do
If there ever is a time to indulge and truly embrace the luxury lifestyle, it’s on vacation and during a holiday. Put them together and there’s no excuse not to go all out. Perhaps it’s for a special day, a special gift, a special someone, or just because, Sarasota’s got you covered. Go ahead, you’re on vacation and you deserve it.
If you’re looking for gently used and/or repurposed items, check out these nifty spots in the Sarasota area.
Browsing for second-hand items is a slice of Americana that we should all experience at least once in our lifetimes. Yard sales are great, but flea markets, swap meets and salvage shops bring the task of shopping for gently used treasures to a whole new level.
Find holiday deals and special shopping opportunities at Sarasota County retailers
Got a holiday shopping list a mile long—and no elves to help you check it off? Whether playing Santa makes you feel fa-la-la or ho-ho-hum, merchants in Sarasota County stand ready to help you find a gift for everyone in your life. From high-end goodies to handmade treasures, shoppers can score all kinds of presents people will love unwrapping.
Visitors come to the Sarasota area for a variety of reasons – the award-winning beaches, world-class restaurants, top-notch arts and culture – or just to relax. But almost everyone makes time to shop, whether it’s to have a keepsake from their wonderful vacation or to appease someone who was left at home.
If you don’t know where to begin to find unique mementos, don’t worry. We’ve done some of the legwork for you.
You’ve booked your flights and lined up a place to stay during your Sarasota summer vacation. But what should you pack to wear? Unless you’re planning to spend every moment in a swimsuit, read these expert tips on how to dress like a Floridian
If you’ve scheduled a summer visit to Sarasota, your swimsuits may already be in the suitcase. But what should you pack for the times you’re not basking on the beach or lounging by the pool? When you’re shopping, dining or visiting an attraction, think light fabrics, casual vibes and layers.