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Volunteering on vacation can be a rewarding and enriching experience, especially to returning visitors. Learn about several ways to be involved. There’s no better way to enjoy the beauty of the Florida sun than by volunteering in picturesque Sarasota. For many locals, volunteerism is as equally enjoyable as walking along...
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Everyone in the family can find something they will love to do at these top attractions Sarasota is a great spot for a family vacation. Whether your kids still need a stroller or spend hours scrolling through their phones, young visitors of every age will find something to love at...
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Stay in coveted locales, from Crescent Beach to Siesta Village, with Beachside Management Vacation Rentals. Looking for a vacation home rental just steps from the beach? Regularly named the No. 1 beach in the U.S., including in 2025 as part of Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, your next getaway could be...
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Sarasota County offers family fun for story-loving tots and older siblings to parents and grandparents.Museums and AquariumsMote SEA is home to more than 100 marine species and features touch pools, working labs, and interactive exhibits. The Tibbals Learning Center at The Ringling Circus Museum has the world's largest miniature circus...
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From retail therapy to wildlife viewing an entire weekend could be spent without ever leaving Lido Key. The district is a historic mark left by famed circus mogul John Ringling.Retail therapy at St. Armands Circle, wildlife viewing, gourmet dining and Gulf-side relaxation collide on the keys of Lido and Longboat...
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Contact: Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR Communications Manager 941-955-0991 Ext. 103 [email protected] Sports in Sarasota County If being a spectator at sporting events is more a visitor’s speed than getting his or her heart rate up, then Sarasota County offers plenty of opportunities to cheer. The sidelines take many forms, from...
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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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Whether you want to mingle with the locals and chit chat the day away or keep to yourself and take a break from banter after the family-filled holidays, there’s a great way to spend a day – or days - alone in Sarasota.Sometimes we travel alone, be it for work...
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When most people think of beach destinations, summer often comes to mind. However, if you haven't experienced Sarasota's shores in the fall, you're missing out on a hidden gem of the Gulf Coast.From comfortable weather to fewer crowds and fantastic fishing opportunities, Sarasota County offers an autumn beach experience that's...
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A trek through the mangrove tunnels of Ted Sperling Park at South Lido Beach Nature Park gives kayakers and stand-up paddleboarders unique routes for exploring a unique ecosystem "Aaah! I almost just bit it! I was dodging that branch and almost fell right off!" Cue incessant giggling, leading to further...