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“The Sarasota Keys are Calling” campaign promotes the coastal charm and local businesses of our barrier islands from Longboat to Manasota Spring break is here on the Suncoast, and Visit Sarasota County is launching a new seasonal marketing campaign to ensure local businesses along the keys and barrier islands are...
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Explore different venues where you can catch stand-up comedians, plays or improv locally. Are you ready to LOL (laugh out loud) during Sarasota's vibrant performing arts season? Whether you want to giggle, guffaw or belly laugh, Sarasota has options to tickle your funny bone. McCurdy's Comedy Theatre Sarasota has its...
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Stimulate your senses and satisfy your appetite in the heartbeat of Siesta Key: The Village. Named #1 beach in the U.S. and #4 globally by TripAdvisor's 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards, Siesta Key is known for its crystal-quartz (and gorgeous) white-sand beaches and an eclectic, local-casual vibe. What locals know and...
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Visit Sarasota County, Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport will host the celebration – and raffle off airline tickets – on May 6 A regional celebration of travel and tourism is clear for takeoff at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport’s new Concourse A on May...
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For Destination Professionals Day, locals are encouraged to order a new Visitors Guide and explore hometown favorites and hidden gems alike In celebration of Destination Professionals Day on February 19, Visit Sarasota County (VSC) is encouraging locals to feel like a tourist in their own hometown and order a newly...
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Sarasota can be romantic in so many different ways, from beach-focused to pampering to nature-loving and more. Are you and your partner looking for the perfect itinerary for a romantic getaway – just the two of you and a handful of new places, lovely scenery, and intimate experiences? We've got...
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Sarasota’s six keys offer the best land-and-lure dining experiences within view or easy stroll of blue waters and white sand Sarasota’s keys are strung like a pearl-white necklace flowing down our piece of Gulf Coast shoreline. Each key is accessible by a span of uniquely arched bridges. And each island...
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Whether you're looking to paint, sculpt or sip some wine, Sarasota’s art studios offer the perfect 'happy hour' spot and opportunity for DIY projects and grown-up playtime. Sometimes, you just need to let loose, get messy and tap into your creative side—preferably with a paintbrush in one hand and a...
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Most kids don’t love the idea of learning while on vacation, but at these Sarasota-area museums, no studying is required. Make Science Fun at The Bishop Museum Learn about Florida’s natural history as you move through time at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. Located in nearby Bradenton, this...
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The longtime hospitality advocates and leaders will be recognized at the National Travel & Tourism Week Celebration on May 6 From oysters to accolades, John and Amanda Horne of Oysters Rock Hospitality have served up excellence in the Sarasota-Bradenton region for decades – and now, they’re being recognized with Visit...