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Inaugural event will feature travel marketing insights, industry-leading speakers, and the tourism organization’s 2030 strategic planVisit Sarasota County (VSC) invites local hospitality partners and business leaders to learn how to tap into the Suncoast’s thriving tourism economy at its inaugural Indicators & Insights Summit, scheduled for November 19, 2024, from...
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Visit Sarasota County and the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau are investing $200,000 collectively to welcome visitors to our region amidst hurricane recoveryFollowing a series of townhalls with hospitality partners and community stakeholders, Visit Sarasota County (VSC) has announced a joint $200,000 campaign with the Bradenton Area Convention &...
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The RV affectionally named AVA – Area Visitor Assistant – will serve as an extension of the tourism marketing organization at community and sporting eventsThe newest team member at Visit Sarasota County (VSC) has four wheels and a purpose to better educate people visiting and living in our community. Meet...
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Students at Riverview High School and Venice High School will represent Florida’s Cultural Coast across the pond during New Year’s Day ParadeVisit Sarasota County (VSC) is sponsoring two local high school bands – the Riverview High School Kiltie Band and Venice High School Band – as they prepare to perform...
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Running since 2015, the nine-week horse show series attracts horses and riders from across North America for spectators to enjoy, from beginners to Olympic veterans.This year’s series will offer several feature events for local residents, with proceeds benefitting local charities. Fox Lea Farm, Southwest Florida’s premier family-owned horse show facility...
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Here you will find the latest information on severe weather, beach conditions and other travel alerts that may impact your visit to Sarasota County. Red Tide Red tides have been documented along Florida's gulf coast since the 1840s.The Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, produces a toxin that may kill...
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For Destination Professionals Day, locals are encouraged to order a new Visitors Guide and explore hometown favorites and hidden gems alikeIn celebration of Destination Professionals Day on February 19, Visit Sarasota County (VSC) is encouraging locals to feel like a tourist in their own hometown and order a newly printed...
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Presented by Alpha Law Group, this global event unites cancer survivors worldwide.Nathan Benderson Park (NBP), in partnership with Linked in Pinks, will host its first annual "Unleash the Dragons" leadership camp and dragon boat racing event from January 22-25, 2025. Presented by Alpha Law Group, this international event will bring...
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The plane will be based out of SRQ Airport and celebrates the longstanding partnership between Visit Sarasota County and the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitor BureauDuring the ribbon cutting ceremony for Sarasota Bradenton International (SRQ) Airport’s new terminal, Allegiant unveiled a custom marine life-themed aircraft that celebrates the airline’s longstanding...
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From April 4-6, USA Swimming and the Sarasota Sharks, in partnership with Visit Sarasota County, will return to Nathan Benderson Park (NBP) for the third consecutive year to host their Open Water National Championships.Following the 2024 Paris Olympics, this three-day open-water swimming event will feature Olympians and elite athletes from...