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Sometimes the strange, dimly lit bar next to a rustic hotel can be a turn out to be a fun adventure of cheap, strong drinks and peculiar characters serving a tall tale. Check out our list of some of the area's best local hangouts to splash into. The local tavern...
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St. Armands is often thought of as a popular dining and shopping up on the Florida Gulf Coast, but as the sun goes down, nightlife heats up in this Sarasota locale. If you find yourself strolling along picturesque St. Armands during the sun-soaked hours of daylight, you'll notice that it's...
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If you are into the bars, pubs and little-known restaurants, you'll love these secret spots in Sarasota County. In Sarasota County, we cheers to our wonderfully weird, off-the-beaten-track bars, and pubs. We revel in its character: the hip-hop hookah bar, a craft beer bar disguised in a fade white house...
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Downtown Sarasota is a popular nightlife scene flowing with craft beer and cocktails, light bites and unique characters. Check out where the locals go to enjoy a night out. I have two words for you: The Siren. Many might know the Siren Greek mythology — a beautiful creature that beckons...
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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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Venice Avenue is a prime spot for browsing and buying Whether you're looking for something specific or have a little extra cash burning a hole in your pocket, downtown Venice is a great place to do some shopping. All kinds of boutiques line Venice Avenue, offering everything from stylish apparel...
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Tennis and pickleball are year-round passion plays here in Sarasota County. Perfect your backhand and ace your racquet game in Sarasota — a tennis town with bragging rights that extend as far back as 60 years. Public courts and tennis clubs attract pros and players from around the world, including...
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After you’ve hit the beach, try these other spots where you can cool off and splash around When you want to make a splash in Sarasota County, our beaches are always a great place to start. But beyond the sandy shoreline you’ll find lots of other places where you can...
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Discover some of the local delicacies and interesting dishes served in the destination. In my family, we call them taste sensations. Food that is different and unique and usually newly delicious. It could be as simple as tater tots dipped in a ketchup-mustard mix. The complexity is not what makes...
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In Englewood and Manasota Key, it's only natural to be outside and enjoying the scenic outdoors and recreational spaces. If you want to slow the pace and find charming outdoor sanctuaries, try a trip to south Sarasota. The quaint community of Englewood and the beaches of Manasota Key will likely...