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Anniversary year expected to draw over 10,000 attendees, with new USRowing-hosted initiatives set for Sarasota County The highly anticipated USRowing Youth National Championships will return to Nathan Benderson Park from June 12–15, marking the event’s 30th anniversary. Supported by Visit Sarasota County, the internationally-renowned regatta is expected to draw nearly...
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Hosted by ZAP Skimboards, the three-day event will gather hundreds of skim pro athletes and spectators from across the World. From May 16-18, ZAP Skimboards , in partnership with Skim USA , will host its 5th annual Spring Fling Skim Jam on Nokomis Beach. With support from Visit Sarasota County...
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Visit Sarasota County, Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport hosted the celebration on May 6, 2025 On May 6, more than 200 regional business representing the hospitality industry gathered at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport for the region’s annual National Travel & Tourism Week celebration...
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Jennifer Dolgetta joins the local tourism bureau with more than a decade of customer service and hospitality operations experience. From beach escapes to hidden gems, Jennifer Manzanilla Dolgetta is now a go-to guide as she steps into the role of Visitor Experiences Coordinator at Visit Sarasota County. Dolgetta will oversee...
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The longtime hospitality advocates and leaders will be recognized at the National Travel & Tourism Week Celebration on May 6 From oysters to accolades, John and Amanda Horne of Oysters Rock Hospitality have served up excellence in the Sarasota-Bradenton region for decades – and now, they’re being recognized with Visit...
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The tourism bureau’s “The Local Bite” will feature deals from area restaurants October 20 through December 20 From pumpkin spice to peppermint, Visit Sarasota County’s (VSC) newest campaign, Fun in the 941: The Local Bite, is encouraging two months of culinary discovery with compelling deals for visitors and residents alike...
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Jess Bertolini will serve as Director of Web & Digital Engagement and Olivia Turpening as Community Relations Manager Visit Sarasota County has announced two promotions to enhance its tourism marketing efforts to attract visitors, drive support of local businesses, and strengthen resident well-being. Starting October 1, Jess Bertolini was named...
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Nicole Porter, VP of Political Affairs at the U.S. Travel Association, will headline the tourism bureau’s Indicators & Insight Summit Global travel insights will get a local audience as Visit Sarasota County’s Indicators & Insights Summit welcomes Nicole Porter, VP of Political Affairs at the U.S. Travel Association, as its...
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Baseball, dragon boat racing, and high-level rowing will bring athletes and fans from across the country to Sarasota County this October. Visit Sarasota County today announced the full lineup of October sports events, showcasing the region’s fields, waters, and shores. Below is the complete schedule. Junior All-American Games When: October...
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The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the launch of its newest chapter, HSMAI Florida Gulf Coast, officially chartered on October 2, 2025. This new chapter underscores HSMAI’s ongoing commitment to expanding its reach, cultivating local engagement, and delivering enhanced value to hospitality professionals through...