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You may need more than one weekend to explore the many farmers markets and downtown gatherings in Sarasota County. Looking for fresh produce, artisan baked goods, the finest flowers and unique art? Then look no further than one of the farmers markets found right here in Sarasota County. At any...
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With year-round sunshine and mostly flat terrain, the Sarasota area is a bicycling and rollerblading dream for families. Whether you’re cruising with kids along shaded trails or exploring beachside paths together, there's more than one way to get on a set of wheels in the Sarasota area. Here’s how to...
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Nature lovers will find wild spaces, fascinating wildlife and adventure amenities on that state's only Wild and Scenic River. Among Sarasota County's hundreds of unspoiled parks, nature preserves and wetlands, the area offers eco-friendly attractions along the Myakka River, a beloved body of water that’s celebrating its 40 th anniversary...
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On Florida’s Cultural Coast®, summer sets the stage for kids to play, perform and expand. In Sarasota, summer isn’t just about beach days and sunshine (though there’s plenty of both). It’s also a season where creativity comes alive—on stage, in studios and even high above the ground under the big...
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Heading to Sarasota County with your family? Read up on our guide and get some great ideas to make sure the whole family has a good trip! Flowers are blooming and birds are chirping; school teachers are breathing a sigh of relief ... Ah, yes, spring break is in the...
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Cruise through 18.5 miles of natural beauty, history and community connection on one of Florida’s most beloved rail-to-trail routes. Connecting Sarasota to Venice, the multi-use recreational Legacy Trail offers one of the best ways to experience the area's natural landscapes, small towns, wildlife and outdoor lifestyle—whether you’re cruising on an...
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You missed the British Open, Wimbledon, and the Tour de France by just a hair ... or maybe a mile. But you can still enjoy your favorite active sports while on vacation in Sarasota County! Sarasota features myriad options for golf, tennis, and biking. So, grab your gear and let’s...
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Continuously named one of the best beaches to visit year after year, there isn't a better place to go than the white sands of Siesta Beach for spring break. Spring break is the perfect time to escape the snowy cold and embrace the warm southern sun – and not much...
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Sometimes, we all just need to escape... Close your eyes and imagine making the perfect, spontaneous getaway: simply packing your bags and floating away into summery coastal breezes for a vacation in Florida. Where did your imagination take you? Were you digging your imaginary toes into the sand and letting...
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Learn something on vacation through taking a class or a workshop. If you're anything like this writer, you breathed a sigh of relief when you closed your algebra textbook for the last time—or perhaps it was "The Canterbury Tales" that did you in—and back then, you wouldn't dream of spending...