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From retail therapy to wildlife viewing, spend a perfectly relaxing weekend on Lido Key. Retail therapy, wildlife viewing, gourmet dining and Gulf-side relaxation come together on Lido Key and St. Armands Circle. Powdery sand invites beachgoers to dig for shells, while diverse flavors tempt every palate. Explore mangroves, shop local...
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Sarasota County has won a number of accolades for its places to stay, play, and dine over the years. Below are a few examples of the recognitions we are proud to have earned. 2026 Best Family-Friendly Beach Town, Florida West, WhereverFamily.com - #2 Sarasota & #5 Siesta Key Favorite Beach...
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Malls, skate parks, beaches and more. Sarasota County has much to offer the young adult or teenage kid. Sarasota may be a haven for retired snowbirds, but there’s still plenty of fun for teens. From beaches to skate parks to malls, take your teen to any of the places below...
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Paddling in North Port reveals 80 miles of freshwater canals – a relatively unknown world known as the ‘Blueways’ This way to Blueways! We were headed out, two to a stand-up-paddleboard (SUP), ready to venture down the Myakkahatchee Creek. The kids were home sick from school and the remedy was...
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World-class artistry and a storied circus legacy meet the sophisticated pulse of a modern bayfront city. Long hailed as the " Cultural Capital of Florida," Sarasota is as intellectually stimulating as it is spoiled with sunshine. Defined by a deep appreciation for the arts that began with the arrival of...
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Ancient healing waters and sprawling "Old Florida" landscapes meet the vibrant energy of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. As the largest city in Sarasota County by landmass, North Port offers a sense of space and possibility on the Florida Gulf Coast. It is a place defined by its vast...
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Timeless Mediterranean architecture and a storied past meet the tranquil beauty of the Gulf Coast. Venice is a rare Florida find as one of three cities in Florida right on the water — not blocked by a barrier island. Venice’s identity is anchored by its 1920s charm, deep circus history...
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Discover an even quieter side of Florida's Gulf Coast by settling in to one of Sarasota's family-owned beach hotels and boutique bungalows. The call of a four-star resort is a strong one, but sometimes you can get lost in the shuffle of the busyness of it all and have trouble...
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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...
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From morning coffee on Lido Key and jet ski trips off Siesta Key to sunset toasts by the Gulf, let our curated playlist provide the perfect background for your coastal getaway. Track 1: Morning Coffee & Stroll Through St. Armands Circle St. Armands Circle The Vacation Vibe: If your idea...