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Located on the Bay in Downtown Sarasota, Bayfront Park features everything a person could want in Florida. There is a place, a place in Sarasota, where you can do everything at once. Pretty much anything a person can think of doing – from the casual, do nothing day to the...
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In search of coastal cuisine, cultural attractions, and enough sunshine to cure their lingering polar-vortex blues, a couple heads south for a week in Florida's cultural capital. Key West is colorful and Miami is flashy, but when it came to planning a weeklong Florida vacation, my boyfriend and I didn't...
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From playing in powdery quartz sands to splashing in coastal currents, here's your guide to Sarasota’s active shoreline. Sarasota County’s 35 miles of coastline serve as a stage for every kind of Florida athlete and adventurer. The beaches here are, of course, conducive for sunbathing and lounging, but they're also...
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Take a trip through time with Visit Sarasota County as your guide: Explore the area’s pre-recorded history and learn about sites of interest, meet the men and women who transformed a rugged fishing village into a world-class leisure destination, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Sarasota, Florida. Prehistoric...
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Year-round Florida home of the Baltimore Orioles. Since 2009, the Baltimore Orioles have referred to Sarasota County as “Birdland South” – home to its annual Florida spring training season. Throughout the remainder of the year, the MLB-quality stadium and additional offsite training facilities are available for tournaments, training camps and...
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Located in Venice, Fla., Fox Lea Farm is one of the few privately owned equestrian facilities in the state. While many of the events held at the facility are owned and managed by Fox Lea Farm, Inc., it is also available for rental to outside organizations. Hunter jumper, quarter horse...
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A good laugh in Sarasota isn't hard to find at some of the area's established institutes for comedy acts (and art). Mark Twain once said, “Telling the truth is the funniest joke of them all.” And if truth be told, a good laugh in Sarasota isn’t hard to find. The...
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Thirsty to find a nightcap around Sarasota in a fun and unique atmosphere? Look no further! The Sarasota area might be known for its white-beaches, arts and culture, luxury condos and delicious dining. But for the locals, we raise our glasses to the wonderfully unique nightspots and watering holes. We...