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Dive into Sarasota County's vibrant seafood scene from up, down and around the coast. If you were looking for a comprehensive guide to the best local seafood restaurants, freshest catches and waterfront dining paired with ocean-fresh flavors, well then, consider this the finest catch of the day. From upscale anchor-and-eat...
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Developed by Venice Area Beautification Inc., and assisted by city and county governments and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, this linear park has 5 miles of bicycle/walking trails on each side of the Intracoastal Waterway. The Venetian Waterway Park Trail connects to the Legacy Trail at the Historic Venice Train...
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Where the waters of the Gulf of Mexico meet the sky, and the white sands of one of the country’s best beaches meets the surf is The St. Regis Longboat Key, opening summer 2024. Nestled on Sarasota’s most coveted barrier island, experience the epitome of luxury at our pristine 18-acre...
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Providing some of the most anticipated events in our area, The Circus Arts Conservatory leads the way in cultivating and enriching circus legacy on Florida's Gulf Coast. Enjoy everything from professional world-class circus arts productions to Sailor Circus Academy productions of "The Greatest Little Show on Earth." Adults and children...
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See what some of the new protocols added during the pandemic look like at hotels, restaurants and attractions around Sarasota County Welcome back to Sarasota County! Wherever you’re from, we’re sure you deserve a stress-free break from the real world, and it sure helps to pick a destination making every...
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From trails, to parks, to wildlife and beyond, nature is always waiting just outside the front door in Sarasota County Picking wildflowers. Kayaking the mangroves. Listening for a new tune. Basking in the sunshine. Whether you prefer to be active, or "chillaxed," it's easy to make the most of spring...
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Ranked no. 1 in well-being by the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, Sarasota County is a great place to visit, work and live. The people have spoken, the results are in, and North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton area, including much of Sarasota County, ranks highest in well-being in America, according to the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index...
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Have a great time and support a local cause at these attractions dependent on donations and generosity Suncoast Charities for Children Did you know the driving force between two of Sarasota County’s signature annual festivals – the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix and Thunder by the Bay – is a charity...
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I'm at marks the end of my 21-day clean eating challenge. I gave up processed food, caffeine, alcohol and sugar which is hard when there are so many great places to eat and grab a drink in Sarasota County. Luckily for me, I didn't have to look far to find...
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Authentic adventure, valuable education and environmental stewardship are the pillars of ((ecko)) travel, a new nonprofit ecotourism project by the Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida. Any trip can make for a handful of stories and photographs. But what distinguishes an extraordinary adventure from a merely pleasant outing? What...