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A Promise of Paradise: Scottish Heritage in Sarasota

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By Compass Rose History Experiences Nearly four decades before Sarasota became a county, a group of Scottish immigrants landed on our white, sandy shores pursuing the promise of life in a tropical oasis with modern amenities. But what happens when you move thousands of miles from home, and there’s no...

Sarasota is a Growing Pickleball Vacation Destination

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Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, so it’s no wonder Sarasota has become a great go-to place to play! Parks, community centers, and private recreation facilities around Sarasota County host drop-in play, allowing visitors to enjoy a good game along with the locals while on vacation year-round. “Pickleball is...

Culture, Art & Great Food at Sarasota’s Museums and Attractions

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Enjoying beauty and art requires brainpower and good food. Fortunately, Sarasota’s museums and attractions have got you covered. From fancier dishes to casual bites and alfresco eats, Sarasota’s food scene has a table for every mood and occasion. If you’re looking for a side of art and culture with your...

Science Fun in the Sun in Sarasota County

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Get out on the water or stay on dry land and learn about the animals, plant life and ecology. Many of us have fond memories of school field trips when we got to leave the stuffy classroom and learn hands-on, often outdoors. You can re-create those days during your next...

Tribute to Sarasota Beaches

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Siesta Charms Your angelic white sand Feels like paradise in my hands You capture my gaze Without letting go In the morning I lay Under the shelter of your sapphire skies As your whispering waves Bring life to my soul In the evening you lead me Through a maze of...

Alligators: The Low-Down on These Low-Lying Creatures

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If you want to ensure you see reptilian basking beauties, Sarasota can make that happen, be it in their natural habitat, at a protected enclosure, or in your arms. “Attention students, the school is going on a limited lockdown due to an alligator traveling on campus.” This is no social...

Unique Outdoor Seating for Memorable Outdoor Eating in Sarasota

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Outdoor seating at restaurants is easy in paradise along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but this list of local eateries features places that put their own special twist on the concept. Sitting outside for a meal in Florida is canon—especially when you’re taking a break from a long, arduous winter elsewhere and...

Sink Your Teeth into Family-Friendly Shark Spots in Sarasota

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If you’ve got a mini–Jacques Cousteau at home, Sarasota County is an ideal place for a family vacation with kiddos who are fascinated by sharks. Whether you think sharks are misunderstood predators or total undersea villains thanks to movies like Jaws, there’s no denying that they’re fascinating aquatic creatures. In...

More Local Restaurants are Skipping Plastic Straws

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Sarasota area restaurants offer up alternatives to the standard plastic straw to help protect the local environment Millions of plastic straws are used every day in the United States. Generally not able to be recycled, they can wind up littering our beaches and local waterways. In fact, they’re usually among...

Your Guide to a Green Vacation in Sarasota County

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The Green Living Toolkit has resources for visitors to enjoy Sarasota County’s natural attractions, attend environment-related events, volunteer and protect local wildlife. If you lead an eco-friendly life at home, you don’t have to leave that behind when you vacation in Sarasota County. The Green Living Toolkit has you covered...