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As Sarasota’s first professional sports club, Paradise games are a chance to feel the energy of a growing fanbase cheering on a team on the rise. Soccer fans in Sarasota County have plenty to celebrate this year: Sarasota Paradise is officially stepping up to the professional ranks as a USL...
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Whether new movie releases, childhood favorites or cult classics, there are a number of outdoor movie venues to enjoy the nights of Sarasota. Old-school drive-in movies may be a thing of the past, but luckily, Sarasota hasn't given up the big screen outside a movie theater quite yet. There are...
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Learn about the Florida wildlife that exists in the Sarasota area and the best places to see them in their natural habitats. Sarasota is a wildlife lover’s paradise. Dreaming of dolphins? Amazed by alligators? Enamored by raptors? The area’s beaches, lakes, rivers and forests are filled with iconic Florida wildlife...
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A new year, a new chance to explore outdoor yoga and fitness opportunities around Sarasota County's parks and beaches. What's better than downward dogs in the warm sun with a cooling Gulf breeze? Taking your practice outdoors gives you access to environmental sensations that only enhance your alfresco flow. Whether...
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Sarasota’s best hotel and resort restaurants go beyond the lobby, offering destination-worthy dining from the Gulf to downtown. Gone are the days when hotel bars were simply a place to grab a quick cocktail before heading out on the town for dinner. Across Sarasota and her islands, beach resorts and...
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Life truly imitates art when you stay overnight in Sarasota, Florida. If Sarasota’s art museums, galleries and performance spaces inspire you, why stop the experience when you leave for the day? Across the destination, a collection of thoughtfully designed hotels invites you to stay surrounded by creativity—where architecture, interiors and...
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A local’s guide to spending a full day discovering the coastal charm of Venice, Florida. If you think you know Sarasota, it’s time to cross the bridge and discover the timeless charm of Venice, which is celebrating its centennial in true Gulf Coast style. Lovingly known for its 1920s Venetian...
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Here’s the latest report from fishing guides in the area. June Fishing Report—Capt. Rick Grassett Rick Grassett is a Charter Captain with CB's Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key Tarpon July is still a great time to fish for tarpon. Spin anglers will do best by setting up in travel lanes...
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Find the best dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, parks and beaches in Sarasota with your furry companion. Traveling with pets is easy to do in Sarasota. From pet-friendly resorts and paw parks to patio dining and farmers markets, Sarasota offers many ways to experience Florida's Gulf Coast without leaving your four-legged friend...
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Where to find seashells, what to look for and tips for your next beachcombing treasure hunt. Inhabiting the earth for over 600 million years, shells can be found throughout the world, but Florida, with its warm climates and the gentle rolling waves of the Gulf, is a natural repository for...