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Interested in traveling more environmentally? Explore the natural wonders of Sarasota County like a true adventurer Mindful travelers are more privy than ever to the importance of responsible travel—looking to offset their carbon footprint while still fulfilling their wanderlust to new destinations. If you love traveling to natural areas, conserving...
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Sarasota County hosts the highest density of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Gulf. Here's what you need to know about sharing our beaches with these cute critters. If you head to Sarasota County’s beaches this time of year, you might find you’re not the only one settling in on...
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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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It's all happening on Florida's Gulf Coast this spring. Don't miss a beat! From blues and jazz festivals, film screenings and tennis competitions, to food and wine tastings, an annual PRIDE festival and a day dedicated to shark teeth—spring is where it's at on Florida's Cultural Coast®! Whether here for...
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Try an out-of-the-box way to spend a day during your stay with these ticketed experiences in Sarasota County. Tickets mean there is something fun on the horizon to look forward to! Whether I buy them for myself or if they are a gift, tickets bring a smile to my face...
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If you're hoping to catch a glimpse of Florida’s beloved gentle giants, Sarasota County is one of the best places to do it. These slow-moving, plant-munching marine mammals (often called “sea cows”) thrive in the warm, shallow waters of Florida's Gulf Coast. Whether you're kayaking through mangroves or exploring our...
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How to play it safe when you visit Sarasota Couny's various beaches Sarasota County’s beautiful beaches bring lots of visitors to our shores. To help ensure that you stay safe while having fun in the sun, here are some important rules and recommendations to follow for a restful and relaxing...
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Looking for a fun place to take your kids in Sarasota County? We’ve got all kinds of options here, but we’ve rounded up a list of spots that have been kid-tested and parent-approved. And not just by any parents, but by true local experts who are especially familiar with the...
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Once a quaint fishing village, then a booming circus town, and now the visual and performing arts hub of Florida's Cultural Coast: Sarasota's unique history and Florida charm make visiting the area a one-of-a-kind experience—especially for those who know what to look for. Award-winning beaches, world class theatre and dining...
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Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them is along the coastline of Venice, Florida. It's a picture-perfect morning on Southwest Florida's Venice beach, as the cloudless royal blue sky meets the far-off horizon. The emerald-green Gulf of Mexico gently...