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The new Englewood Beach Waterfest celebrates the community's coastal connections Englewood has long drawn folks interested in fishing, boating, and water recreation opportunities. A new festival, Englewood Beach Waterfest, will celebrate the community's liquid assets with activities ranging from educational exhibits to powerboat racing. "We have the best of both...
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North Port, Florida, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who like to bike, hike and ride horseback. Learn about five spots you'll want to photograph in this green destination. North Port is a community south of Venice in Sarasota County offering a combination of the old, the new and best...
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Take part in a watersport and enjoy one of the activities that makes this Florida outdoor destination unique. A jet skiing adventure on the bay, a kayaking tour through the swamplands or a fishing excursion on the Intracoastal Waterway—these are all part of the Florida outdoor experience which, in Sarasota...
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Sarasota County is home to a lot of ecosystems and habitats. Learn about the different parks that feature some family-friendly fun no matter what season! Venice is a beautiful seaside town on the Florida Gulf Coast. Experience natural Florida habitats such as scrubby and pine flatwoods, mangrove islands, and estuarine...
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Looking for something to do tonight? You've spent a leisurely day at the beach. You've perfected your tan and you're ready to take your beach glow out tonight. Your ideal evening must compliment the fantastic day you've had. And you've got high standards for your nights out. You want pretty...
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Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities and a wide array of amenities. Famous for our sandy-white beaches, spectacular weather and a community rich in art and culture, that's not all Sarasota has to offer. If you're a traveling...
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In this relaxing beach destination, Siesta Key stands out as a popular after dark hangout to cool off with cocktails, dancing and late night bites The picturesque cruise down Ocean Boulevard. Beaches like no other. Intoxicating sunsets. People watching. There's a lot to toast to out here, and an abundance...
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Enjoy the beaches of Sarasota County in a new light by visiting during wintertime There are many things that are destined to be together and create a dream team – peanut butter and jelly, pumpkin pie and whipped cream, movies and popcorn. Others are a less obvious match, such as...
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Siesta Key is one of the most popular destinations on the Florida Gulf Coast for good reasons — one of which is that it is very photogenic. Here are 5 spots you'll want to visit for a photo on Siesta Key. Sarasota's Siesta Key is heralded as one of the...
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The Historic Downtown Village of Sarasota provides hands-on, kid-friendly creativity with the no-planning-or-cleaning relaxation that vacation demands Sarasota is a city of creativity. Between the museums, art schools, dance performances, chalk art festivals, sand castle contests, and circus shows, anyone visiting Sarasota County is easily inspired to create. When the...