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Only in town for the afternoon? Time to kill before your dinner reservation? Uncover things to do in Sarasota when you only have a few hours to spare.Whether you’re here on vacation, for a sporting event or a business trip, or just passing through, you can find something to do...
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Head to Sarasota County's beaches and many waterways to spot a variety of native animal life by the sea.Sarasota County beaches, bays, lakes and rivers are great for spotting many of the area’s animal inhabitants – from playful dolphins and lazy manatees to the actual, winged version of our beloved...
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Enjoy the beaches of Sarasota County in a new light by visiting during wintertime There are many things that are destined to be together and create a dream team – peanut butter and jelly, pumpkin pie and whipped cream, movies and popcorn. Others are a less obvious match, such as...
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If weather is hurting your planned Sarasota County vacation, escape the dangers of cabin fever with indoor family fun"What else can we do besides the beach?"Of course the main attraction here in Sarasota is the glorious beaches, and when they aren't an option, you may find yourself stuck indoors with...
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When not in the pool, here’s where a top swimmer likes to spend time outdoors in Sarasota CountySarasota native and champion swimmer Emma Weyant is, not surprisingly, often in the water. In the Sarasota area, that means doing laps at spots like the Selby Aquatic Center near Potter Park.But when...
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From the scientist to the artist, the comedian to the adventurer, Sarasota has something for kids of all ages and interests. In every city, there are those tucked-away tidbits of awesomeness that the locals know to do. Perhaps not the most obvious or Trip Advisor-advertised, but the places and activities...
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Located on the Bay in Downtown Sarasota, Bayfront Park features everything a person could want in Florida. There is a place, a place in Sarasota, where you can do everything at once. Pretty much anything a person can think of doing – from the casual, do nothing day to the...
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Explore the unknown quiet nature of the city of Sarasota on Phillippi Creek It’s a vacation conundrum. You came to Sarasota County looking for water, for nature, for a little adventure. The plethora of establishments advertising paddleboarding catches your eye, but the idea of attempting it for the first time...
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If you're hoping to catch a glimpse of Florida’s beloved gentle giants, Sarasota County is one of the best places to do it.These slow-moving, plant-munching marine mammals (often called “sea cows”) thrive in the warm, shallow waters of Florida's Gulf Coast. Whether you're kayaking through mangroves or exploring our state...
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Your family can search for more than just shark teeth in the Shark Tooth Capital of the World At first glance, Venice Beach may not seem distinctly different from many of the others in the nearby area. Like Lido Key and Turtle Beach, the area boasts stunning turquoise waters and...