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Load up for your next meal at Dakin Dairy Farm and Grove Ladder Farm. Food that’s fresh from a farm makes all the difference in taste—and two Sarasota area farms make it easier to whip up memorable meals full of flavor. Dakin Dairy Farms in Myakka City produces milk, cheese...
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Discover your Sarasota self-care routine. Whether you're planning a wellness itinerary for a much-needed Sarasota vacation or simply slipping away for a quick dose of midday rejuvenation, there is a broad range of whole-body holistic health options to explore on Florida's Gulf Coast. Taking care of business, taking care of...
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Downtown Sarasota is a popular nightlife scene flowing with craft beer and cocktails, light bites and unique characters. Check out where the locals go to enjoy a night out. I have two words for you: The Siren. Many might know the Siren Greek mythology — a beautiful creature that beckons...
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Sarasota County is home to a lot of ecosystems and habitats. Learn about the different parks that feature some family-friendly fun no matter what season! Venice is a beautiful seaside town on the Florida Gulf Coast. Experience natural Florida habitats such as scrubby and pine flatwoods, mangrove islands, and estuarine...
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Can't justify a plane ticket to the Med? Eat, drink and enjoy to your heart's delight in Sarasota without that extra airfare. You don't need to travel halfway around the world to enjoy the sunny, sophisticated feel of the Mediterranean and its delicious, fresh food (and viño!). Right here in...
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Traveling Sarasota on a budget isn’t a compromise. There are still endless opportunities to experience the beauty and charm here without emptying your wallet. Sun-soaked beaches. Cultural delights. Natural wonders. All of these pleasures and more await for the budget-conscious traveler who finds themself in Sarasota. While much of Florida’s...
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Discover where to eat, shop and play at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch. Waterside Place leads with the kind of the laid-back Florida lakeside vibes that make you want to stay awhile. Built around the beautiful Kingfisher Lake, this newly developed town center of Lakewood Ranch has blossomed as a...
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There's a lot to be excited about in Sarasota as we welcome the new year. From a revamped aquarium to an expanded cycling trail to many other things, your 2025 Sarasota calendar will be packed! The New Mote Science Education Aquarium Sarasota's beloved Mote Marine Laboratory is moving from its...
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Check out the ghost stories and some popular folk lore of prominent Sarasota places, such as Historic Spanish Point, and the Ringling Estate. Attention ghost hunters: 'tis the season when spooky things are afoot in this sunny, seaside circus town. Some people say that Halloween is the time of year...
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Sarasota’s speakeasies are more than just hidden haunts—they’re hideaways that invite you to step off the beaten path and into a world of craft cocktails, unique atmospheres and unique experiences. Sarasota, with its sun-drenched beaches and laid-back vibe, may seem like the perfect place for an afternoon cocktail in a...