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Explore with AVA
Meet AVA, Visit Sarasota County’s mobile visitor center. She pops up at events across the region, ready to answer questions and inspire your next adventure!
Sarasota County is full of unforgettable experiences, from the powdery white sands of Siesta Key to the cultural treasures of downtown Sarasota and the quiet, natural beauty of our keys. Whether you’re into kayaking through mangrove tunnels, browsing local art festivals, catching a show, or hunting for shark teeth in Venice, there’s something here for every kind of traveler. And AVA, our Area Visitor Assistant, is here to help you discover it all.
Check out where she’s going next, invite her to your event, check out photos from her recent stops, and dive into some trip ideas designed to help you make the most of Florida's Cultural Coast®.
#ExplorewithAVA
Check out some of the places AVA has visited and the adventures she’s helped inspire! From sports events to neighborhood stops, she’s traveled the Sarasota area sharing her favorite things to do. Don’t forget to join the fun. Use #ExplorewithAVA to share your own snapshots, whether you’re hanging with AVA or exploring one of her favorite spots!