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Keep the little ones – or the big ones – engaged and entertained with a Sarasota Scavenger Hunt. How many can they find? #MySarasota. At the Beach (Remember: If the creature is alive, please observe and enjoy, but handle carefully and return to its home safely) Colorful lifeguard stands A...
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Siesta Charms Your angelic white sandFeels like paradise in my handsYou capture my gazeWithout letting goIn the morning I layUnder the shelter of your sapphire skiesAs your whispering wavesBring life to my soulIn the evening you lead meThrough a maze of wonderTo the point of rocksWhere I am free to...
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Jenny Makowski Jenny Makowski, general manager of Snook Haven in Venice, loves going to work every day. “Whether you’re coming from the city or beach area, both of which have built up quite a bit in the last few years, all of the sudden you hit this dirt road,” Jenny...
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Dive into aquatic adventures below the blue by snorkeling or free diving sites off Sarasota's vibrant coastlineOverflowing with water sports and water activities, Sarasota is a coastal dreamscape for those who'd rather be in water than on land. And for those who'd prefer to spend time under the water, can...
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Take a dip at some of the best beaches in the world or hike the canopy trails at one of Florida’s oldest state parks. You’ll find a nature experience to remember!Let sun-drenched fun fill your vacation with a trip to Sarasota County’s parks and beaches. Whether you want to dip...
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One of the reasons so many people choose to visit Sarasota is because of its natural beauty. Of course, the mild winters also have a little something to do with it, but everything here is so picture perfect that it draws people from all over the world. From the beaches...
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There's so much to do in Sarasota County that it can be difficult to narrow it down, much less cram it all into a weekend. You can't, of course, but if you're only here for a few days, here's a helpful itinerary designed to give you a taste of the...
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For a bit of escape from real life, visit a tiki bar to be magically whisked away amongst its chill vibes, cool drinks, soothing tunes and breezy atmosphere. In Sarasota, a tiki bar is always nearby.Few things scream Florida vacation more than a tiki bar. The palapa overhead, the cool...
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Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them is along the coastline of Venice, Florida.It's a picture-perfect morning on Southwest Florida's Venice beach, as the cloudless royal blue sky meets the far-off horizon. The emerald-green Gulf of Mexico gently laps...
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Covering over 35 miles of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota County is comprised of multiple barrier islands. These islands feature a variety of public beaches, each containing numerous amenities for recreational use. One of the most decorated beaches in Sarasota is Siesta Beach. Dubbed the No.1 Beach in...