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Experience Sarasota County
September 2025
You might know Sarasota County as a vacation destination, but did you know it’s also a great meeting...
September 2025
It’s not uncommon for people to return from a conference and say they never left their hotel. When...
January 2024
Do you have a sweetie or sweet friend in mind as February 14th draws near? Celebrate being love-struck...
September 2023
June 2022
As planners ponder ways to respond to the new normal of meetings and events, small destinations are rising...
November 2020
Six reasons to step off the beaten track as meetings and events returnAs we begin to get the...
November 2020
An ideal location in Florida for when the time is right As we move forward with plans to...
October 2020
Feeling thirsty? Sarasota's craft cocktail scene packs a flavorful, potent punch. Check out our guide to craft spirits—where...
August 2020
Discover Sarasota's history, wildlife, circus scene, ghost stories and the best restaurants in town with our local tour...
May 2020
So many bars, so little time. Let us help you pick the best stops in downtown Sarasota for...
For businesses located within Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties Designed to benefit Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte County organizations...
For businesses headquartered outside of Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte CountiesDesigned to introduce first-time and re-introduce infrequent conferences/meetings to...