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Summer is a great time to enjoy floral-scented, lovely-tasting exotic fruits. When you hear the words ‘tropical fruits’ what do you immediately think of? I usually conjure up images of mangoes, papayas, pineapples, and coconuts. And for some strange reason, I also think of LifeSavers®. . . If you’re a...
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More Than 5,600 Participants Expected Nathan Benderson Park , in partnership with Visit Sarasota County , announced today a series of back-to-back sporting events scheduled throughout April. The monthlong lineup includes a national-level swimming competition, statewide high school rowing championships, and an international dragon boat festival, all expecting more than...
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Miles Partnership, LLLP and Visit Sarasota County (“The Controllers”) collect personal data from individual users of https://www.visitsarasota.com/. Certain elements of this data may constitute protected “personal data” as that term is defined in the E.U. General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). 1 The following disclosures concerning The Controllers compliance with GDPR...
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Ancient healing waters and sprawling "Old Florida" landscapes meet the vibrant energy of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. As the largest city in Sarasota County by landmass, North Port offers a sense of space and possibility on the Florida Gulf Coast. It is a place defined by its vast...
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Unhurried beaches and Old-Florida charm — discover a place that feels as timeless as its sunsets. Nestled between the busier destinations on Florida’s Gulf Coast is a seaside town with charm that simply can’t be manufactured. Englewood hasn’t tried to be anything it’s not. It’s where life moves slower and...
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Timeless Mediterranean architecture and a storied past meet the tranquil beauty of the Gulf Coast. Venice is a rare Florida find as one of three cities in Florida right on the water — not blocked by a barrier island. Venice’s identity is anchored by its 1920s charm, deep circus history...
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Manicured landscapes and miles of secluded shoreline meet a refined coastal lifestyle — discover a destination where luxury and nature exist in perfect harmony. On Sarasota County’s north end, Longboat Key , Lido Key and St. Armands Circle stand out as a balanced Gulf Coast destination where relaxed island living...
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Award-winning quartz sands and vibrant island energy — discover a place where paradise isn’t a promise, it’s reality. Known globally for its iconic, powdery white shoreline, Siesta Key is a barrier island that masterfully balances relaxation with a lively, walkable spirit. While it has earned the title of America's top...
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World-class artistry and a storied circus legacy meet the sophisticated pulse of a modern bayfront city. Long hailed as the " Cultural Capital of Florida," Sarasota is as intellectually stimulating as it is spoiled with sunshine. Defined by a deep appreciation for the arts that began with the arrival of...
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Mango season is approaching in Sarasota. Here’s what to do with these orbs of heaven falling from the treetops. Everyone has their ideal food, the one thing they’d choose if forced into a “one food for the rest of your life on a deserted island” situation. For me, there is...