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When not in the pool, here’s where a top swimmer likes to spend time outdoors in Sarasota County Sarasota native and champion swimmer Emma Weyant is, not surprisingly, often in the water. In the Sarasota area, that means doing laps at spots like the Selby Aquatic Center near Potter Park...
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You said yes and now is the time to plan your dream wedding in Sarasota Congratulations! Planning a wedding is an exciting time and you have a lot of decisions to make. Visit Sarasota County is here to help you along the way as you prepare for your special day...
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Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key. These laid-back locales are home to mom-and-pop businesses and all kinds of ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Englewood was originally planned as a “grove town” for growing lemons, but back-to-back freezes...
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In town for an Atlanta Braves spring training game or another event at CoolToday Park? You’ll want to make time to visit Sarasota’s famous beaches during your stay. When you’re looking for some sun and surf after an exciting spring training game, here’s how to maximize your afternoon by cruising...
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Exploring the Adventurous Side of Sarasota: An Outdoor Sporting Paradise Welcome to Sarasota County, where pristine beaches meet lush nature preserves create a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and sports lovers alike. If you crave adventure, adrenaline and the thrill of exploring the great outdoors, you may need more than one...
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See what some of the new protocols added during the pandemic look like at hotels, restaurants and attractions around Sarasota County Welcome back to Sarasota County! Wherever you’re from, we’re sure you deserve a stress-free break from the real world, and it sure helps to pick a destination making every...
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Siesta Beach is regularly named a top beach in the U.S. and the world for good reason. The renovated beach has a new expanded parking lot, a pedestrian esplanade, updated concessions, and of course, the some of the whitest sand in the world. The beach isn’t the only highlight of...
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Find out everything you want to know about our little coastal city of SRQ. Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR | Communications Manager 941-955-0991 Ext. 103 Location Sarasota and her string of eight islands are tucked into the Gulf coast of Southwest Florida, 60 miles south of Tampa and 75 miles north...
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Surf fishing is a fun way to catch fish, and Sarasota County’s miles of pristine shoreline offer plenty of opportunities to do just that. Henry David Thoreau once wrote: “ Many go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not the fish they are after .” A fitting...
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In between the cities of Sarasota and Venice is a collection of communities worthy of stopping for a visit. Dine, stay, and relax at Osprey, Nokomis and the exclusive Casey Key. A drive down U.S. 41 yields a bevy of eateries and retail options throughout the cities of Osprey and...