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Location On Florida's west coast between Tampa to the north and Ft. Myers to the south, Sarasota County is between Manatee County (north) and Charlotte County (south) and is located on the Gulf of Mexico. Communities Casey Key, Englewood, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Manasota Key, Nokomis, North Port, Osprey, Siesta...
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Unlock Sarasota County's many beautiful beaches and barrier islands–from Longboat Key down to Manasota Key Whether you prefer fun in the sun on a crowded beach or the solitude of drifting off to sleep on a quiet one, Sarasota beaches and barrier islands have something for everyone. See which sands...
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North Port is home to nine miles of primitive mountain biking trails North Port, Fla., situated between Tampa and Fort Myers in Sarasota County, is well known for its unique natural environment and abundant choice of activities for the outdoor enthusiast. The city offers an array of canals and trails...
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It's a blissful day on Siesta Key. I am at the intersection of "beach" and "ocean" avenues, and debating which path I want to take to one of the best beaches in the U.S. (and the world!). For now, I make up my mind and go right – down the...
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Why let Sarasota's beautiful weather and sunshine go to waste because of a budget vacation? While fun isn't always wallet-friendly, free vacations aren't impossible. So splurge on the hotel, or even the airfare, because you can experience all of those (not quite) free vacations anytime of year. Also, vacations aren't...
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While visiting Sarasota County, be sure to enjoy these activities – whether rain or shine! The old adage is "April showers bring May flowers," but in Sarasota, an area celebrated for its year-round sunshine and inviting beaches, rainy days can feel like a drag. However, even the grayest clouds have...
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Introduce yourself to the freshest and healthiest dining options in Sarasota County. In Sarasota, a locale geographically blessed with year-round sunshine that nurtures farm food, healthy eating seems to simply make sense. As the city of Sarasota has the highest concentration of Zagat-rated restaurants in Florida, you'll have no problem...
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With a variety of local cafes and craft roasteries, it's up to you to pick your favorite caffeine fix in Sarasota! Although the aroma of freshly brewed coffee speaks a universal language that is recognizable to most people, true coffee connoisseurs know that the difference between a good cup of...
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Sarasota County is a perfect location to plan your dream wedding. With enchanting venues and intimate settings, the sky's the limit for your romantic moment. Imagine an enchanted evening of southern tropical charm under the banyan trees at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Maybe it's the romantic and classic setting of...
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Adventure-seeking visitors to Siesta Key don't have to look far beyond the beach for an adrenaline rush If soaking up sun, surf and sand aren't your idea of spending a visit to the best beach in the U.S., don't worry. You can hop on a jet ski, go parasailing, wrangle...