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Getting to know Sarasota County can seem daunting, but this guide is stuffed with fun Sarasota activities for the whole family When you come to Sarasota County, there are a collection of activities you simply must do as soon as you get to town. Checking out our main attractions are...
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These top industries keep the Sarasota area job market competitive for employees and budding businesses Sarasota County is known for several burgeoning industries, creating a diverse and desirable job market. We are leaders in the state for life science, cleantech and infotech. We house one of the state’s best hospitals...
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Enjoy fresh air, open spaces and global cuisine throughout the day in Historic Downtown Venice Sarasota County’s hidden jewel, Venice, is the ideal place to take in the Florida sights. Enjoy waterfront dining, and city highlights during our curated dining tour of the island. Dockside Waterfront Grill Located underneath Venice’s...
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Enjoy fresh air, open spaces and global cuisine throughout the day on St. Armands and Lido Keys The best part of a trip to Florida is the seemingly endless seafood available at your beck and call. From grouper sandwiches to briny oysters and piping hot conch fritters, Sarasota’s historic St...
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Enjoy fresh air, open spaces and global cuisine throughout the day in Downtown Sarasota What’s a better way to enjoy the vibe of a beautiful city than taking a leisurely walking tour of the main drag? Doing so while also tasting the flavors of the community! In beautiful Downtown Sarasota...
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Steve Christie's NFL career includes time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and two Super Bowl appearances with the Buffalo Bills before an eventual move to Lakewood Ranch, Florida where he now resides with his wife and kids. After a 15-year NFL career, Steve Christie chose to move his family to...
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Learn about Palmer's extraordinary agricultural innovations, her commitment to horticultural science and livestock-raising methods, and her savvy business acumen as foundational to the development of the Sarasota we know today When the millionaire matron of Chicago high society, Bertha Palmer, arrived in Sarasota in 1910, she encountered a mosquito-infested, boggy...
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Garden lovers should plant themselves at these Sarasota County spots Some people have green thumbs and can grow almost anything they plant. And other people—like me—are notorious plant killers who appreciate the beauty of gardens cultivated and cared for by folks who know how to wield a trowel and pruning...
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Thank you for your interest in holding your next meeting in Sarasota County! We will review your RFP and get back to you shortly with the requested information. While you wait, we invite you to view our latest Meeting and Event Planning Guide, and learn more about our Meeting Incentives...
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Pamper yourself with services at these unique Sarasota spas for the ultimate relaxation experience Escape from it all and indulge in a little ‘you time.’ Spas throughout Sarasota offer services to cater to any need, from relaxation to recovery, improved heath to anti-aging. If you’re looking for something traditional or...