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Let us help you tell our storyNational Media Kelly M. Harb, CMPVice President of Marketing and Communications(941) [email protected] Local MediaHunter Carpenter, APR Director of Community Relations & Partnership(941) [email protected]
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Visit Sarasota County is the public-private partnership that promotes tourism for all of Sarasota County. Learn more about who we are and how we keep visitors coming, businesses open, and residents employed all year long. Tourism: Sarasota County’s Top IndustrySarasota County has it all: stunning beaches, lively festivals, a vibrant...
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Your basecamp for eco-adventures and starry nights in South Sarasota County starts here. Adventure awaits beyond the shoreline. Find your wild on an overnight nature escape in some of our less-traveled, less-developed, lesser-known areas. Whether you crave rustic camping under starry skies or cozy glamping stays in the comfort of...
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Discover calm, inclusive spaces and thoughtfully adapted experiences around Sarasota that make exploring easy and enjoyable for visitors with sensory sensitivities.Sarasota’s natural beauty and cultural richness are for every body and every mind—that includes travelers who experience the world a little differently. Whether you're planning a beach day, museum visit...
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Here's how to enjoy some of the Sunshine State's best food right here in Sarasota.Florida is famous for lots of things—including some incredible food. Whether you want key lime pie, citrus fruits, a Cuban sandwich, stone crabs or another Sunshine State specialty, find it all right here in Sarasota.Here's a...
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Restaurant standouts in the Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch area not to snooze on for those nights you just can't figure out where to eat.From cozy cafes tucked away in the new Waterside Place town center to upscale eateries at University Town Center (UTC) and local mainstays off LWR Main Street, the Sarasota-Lakewood...
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Questions about your Upcoming Trip?If you have questions about your upcoming trip or recovery efforts, we are here to help! Please call or text us at 941-706-1253 or [email protected] RecoveryIn the wake of the storms last fall, Sarasota County is committed to rebuilding and restoring our vibrant community. Recovery efforts...
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Visit Sarasota County Organizational Chart Erin Thomas Duggan, CDME President & CEO [email protected] (941) 356-0432 Kelly M. Harb, CMP Vice President of Marketing & Communications [email protected] (941) 702-0124FAM & VIP Guest FormAndrea Hunt Vice President of Finance & Administration [email protected] (941) 955-0991 Ext. #102 Pete Harvey Director of Sports…
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From sea to shore, the opportunities to explore the great outdoors are abundant in Sarasota County.Every season is the perfect season to get outside and enjoy the weather – thanks to Florida's year-round sunshine and temperate climate. The balmy breezes that waft in from the bayside, the estuaries that sparkle...
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There's a lot to be excited about in Sarasota as we welcome the new year. From a revamped aquarium to an expanded cycling trail to many other things, your 2025 Sarasota calendar will be packed!The New Mote Science Education AquariumSarasota's beloved Mote Marine Laboratory is moving from its current location...