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Find no shortage of putting courses and driving ranges in and around Sarasota for golfers to perfect their game. From seasoned players honing their power swing and chipping skills to families squeezing in a round of mini-golf or beginners looking to develop more consistency in their stroke and confidence on...
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Two Sarasota County high school bands are about to take the trip of a lifetime—representing not just their schools, but an entire arts community and the legacy of Florida’s Cultural Coast. This New Year’s Eve, talented teen musicians of Riverview High School Band and Venice High School Band will join...
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Sarasota boasts one towering, iconic landmark that delivers a fun and inspirational day of creative discovery: Sarasota Art Museum. As the area's only museum dedicated exclusively to contemporary art, Sarasota Art Museum (SAM) invites visitors to experience world-class exhibitions across all media, celebrating the art of our time. Housed within...
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No matter your fitness style or level, Sarasota-area beaches offer an array of opportunities to keep you moving while on Florida's Gulf Coast. Just because you're here on vacation or for business doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your fitness routine. If you're looking to stay active while enjoying the...
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Arts enthusiasts are in luck: It does not take much digging to immerse oneself in Sarasota County's dynamic arts scene. At a glance, world-class performing arts venues and art galleries such as the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Ringling Museum of Art beckon along the main route through...
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Finding a parking spot during a busy time of day can be a nightmare on Siesta Key. Minimize and mobilize your experience by taking advantage of these transportation services and tips for parking. Siesta Key is an international household name thanks to #1 rankings by Dr. Beach and annually being...
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It's a blissful day on Siesta Key. I am at the intersection of "beach" and "ocean" avenues, and debating which path I want to take to one of the best beaches in the U.S. (and the world!). For now, I make up my mind and go right – down the...
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Stay in coveted locales, from Crescent Beach to Siesta Village, with Beachside Management Vacation Rentals. Looking for a vacation home rental just steps from the beach? Regularly named the No. 1 beach in the U.S., including in 2025 as part of Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, your next getaway could be...
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Ready to make the move to Sarasota County? Consider this a sign to Work Where You Want to Live®. Instead of "escaping the winter" or "needing a spring break getaway," why not just reside where you want to vacation? With some of the healthiest and happiest of communities, residents will...
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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...