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In town for an Atlanta Braves Spring Training game at CoolToday Park? You’ll want to make time to visit Sarasota County’s famous beaches during your stay. When you’re looking for some sun and surf after a Spring Training game, here’s how to maximize your afternoon by cruising straight to one...
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There’s no better place to spend time with your sweetheart than sunny Sarasota! How can you say “I love you” during your stay? Let us count the ways… Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, wooing a Valentine, or scheming to surprise your partner "just because" — Sarasota is a great place...
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From history to present-day, golf has been a permanent part of Sarasota's landscape, where you'll find there are no shortage of courses and country clubs for the golfer to spend an afternoon perfecting their game From professional to pedestrian, the Sarasota County area has something for golfers of all levels...
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Discover the best places to stay, play and dine with our brochures and guides! Click the links below to view them online or to download and print them at home: 2026 Official Visitors Guide Sarasota County Map Sarasota Area Beaches Sarasota County Coloring Book Kids Activity Page Discover Natural Sarasota...
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Get away from busy cities, congested traffic and head to a small charming village in Sarasota County. The southernmost reach of Sarasota County is home to one of Florida's finest hidden treasures: the quaint, friendly, and historically charming village of Englewood, nestled alongside the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway at Manasota Key...
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Spectacular views can be found up high on Sarasota’s growing rooftop scene. Looking for spectacular views, Gulf breezes, and crafted drinks and eats? Then come on down—or should we say, up—to Sarasota’s rooftop bars. The Sarasota area has welcomed a growing number of rooftop venues. Visitors are attracted to the...
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! As if there was ever a need to justify grabbing a cone, July is National Ice Cream Month, the perfect excuse to scope out your favorite scoop. One of the many great joys of summertime is indulging at the ice...
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Just east of Sarasota, the vibrant community of Lakewood Ranch unfolds across sunlit landscapes, leafy trails and vibrant town centers. Spanning more than 33,000 acres in the heart of Florida’s Suncoast, Lakewood Ranch blends thoughtful planning with natural beauty. From lively outdoor markets and lakeside dining to peaceful nature preserves...
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You’ve booked your flights and lined up a place to stay during your Sarasota summer vacation. But what should you pack to wear? Unless you’re planning to spend every moment in a swimsuit, read these expert tips on how to dress like a Floridian If you’ve scheduled a summer visit...
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Sarasota’s beaches and amenities don’t just appeal to the living. Apparently, some former residents love it so much, they stuck around after death. “We definitely have our scary ghosts,” says Sarafina Murphy-Gibson, a tour guide with Discover Sarasota Tours. “But there are a lot of happy ghosts. We’re kind of...