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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...
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Everyday ways to ensure our area remains healthy, enjoyable and viable. There are several national celebrations coming up that draw attention to our environment. June 5 is World Environment Day, and June 8 is World Oceans Day — opportunities to highlight natural resources, learn how to to preserve those resources...
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Come experience why athletes the world over say Sarasota-Bradenton is the ultimate location to play, train, and relax. Looking for a new event for your team, check out one of our great tournaments: The West Coast Pre-Season Cup 2016, August 6-7, 2016 Tampa Bay Labor Day Cup at Lakewood Ranch...
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Sarasota County is no slouch when it comes to this Spanish favorite. These restaurants are serving up some of the top tacos in town.
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In search of coastal cuisine, cultural attractions, and enough sunshine to cure their lingering polar-vortex blues, a couple heads south for a week in Florida's cultural capital. Key West is colorful and Miami is flashy, but when it came to planning a weeklong Florida vacation, my boyfriend and I didn't...
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Art Center Sarasota, though often overlooked by visitors and Sarasota County residents, boasts provocative exhibitions from international artists. The building is one of the city's oldest cultural attractions but one of it's most active present-day establishments as well. Hidden in plain view, just off the stretch of Tamiami Trail that...
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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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Try these tips and exercises before, during, and after a long travel day to fight off muscle soreness and guarantee total vacation relaxation The pros of a vacation are numerous and clear – seeing new cultures, visiting new places, reuniting with friends and family, taking a break from work and...
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The city of Sarasota may be smaller than other metropolitan destinations, but there is plenty to do in this city. Enjoy the bustle of Main Street, the quaint bungalows of the historic downtown area, and the antique stores of Burns Court. The city of Sarasota may be smaller than other...
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Downtown Attention martini connoisseurs: the raspberry lemon drop martini at the Ritz-Carlton may change your life. The chocolate-covered cherry martini at Selva Grill is also money well-spent. Downtown Sarasota is teeming with bars and clubs for all tastes (and ages…over 21, that is). While the Ritz and Selva are swanky...