Experience Sarasota County

April 2021
From the beachside resorts to sidewalk cafes, dozens of hotels and restaurants in the Sarasota destination offer a...

April 2021
We know Sarasota as both a relaxing resort town and a sparkling cultural center. Below, take a look...

April 2021
Longboat Key provides no shortage of things to do and places to explore, and we have just a...

March 2021
Longboat Key is the quiet neighbor to the hustle and bustle of Lido Key and St. Armand’s Circle...

March 2021
Modern roundabouts are becoming common across Sarasota’s roadways, and there are plans for more! Single-lane roundabouts were introduced...

March 2021
One of the most popular shopping and dining districts on the Gulf Coast in St. Armands Circle, but...

March 2021
Here’s how three families describe Sarasota and her islands as a perfect vacation fit for through the years—from...

March 2021
Sunday evening Drum Circles on three Sarasota County beaches gather together artists, dancers, locals, tourists, children and adults...

March 2021
You won't have to wait long for a memorable meal next trip thanks to these local spots near...

March 2021
A piece of history now hangs in the Visit Sarasota County Visitor Information Center Sarasota has changed quite...

March 2021
By Compass Rose History ExperiencesIn 1899, Cornelius Van Santvoord (C.V.S.) Wilson, the owner of the Manatee County Advocate...

March 2021
When desire strikes to cook seafood at home, check out these Sarasota-area resources. Living in our coastal community...