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Experience Sarasota County
July 2026
Discover Sarasota's acclaimed restaurants—from Michelin-recognized newcomers and hidden omakase counters to James Beard-nominated chefs. Sarasota has quietly become...
July 2026
Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts. Stretching for 12 miles...
July 2026
Discover the rich traditions, homemade flavors and welcoming hospitality that make Sarasota's Amish and Mennonite community one of...
June 2026
From history to present-day, golf has been a permanent part of Sarasota's landscape, where you'll find there are...
April 2026
Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them...
February 2026
Tennis and pickleball are year-round passion plays here in Sarasota County. Perfect your backhand and ace your racquet...
December 2025
Trade screen time for sea breezes, quiet trails and moments that move at nature’s pace. Since the advent...
October 2025
Nix the cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving—the only thing you need to make is a reservation. Want to...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
June 2025
Sarasota County hosts the highest density of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Gulf. Here's what you need...
May 2025
You can find a good meal any time of day in Venice's Historic Downtown area. Venice, Florida's historic...
May 2025
For craft beer lovers, this guide will lead you to the best breweries and taprooms—from Lakewood Ranch to...