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Whether you're a resident enjoying the community spirit or a traveler discovering the charms of North Port, the city offers a range of activities and entertainment. North Port is currently the fastest-growing city in Sarasota County. From community events at the vibrant, new master-planned community of Wellen Park to the...
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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...
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Get your baseball caps ready for the 30th edition U-18 Baseball World Cup, with Sarasota and Manatee Counties as the hosts this September Spring may be for training, but fall is when it's really time to play ball. Come September 9, 2022 to September 18, 2022, the World Baseball Softball...
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Heading south for Memorial Day weekend? Slow it down by staying off-the-beaten trail in the island paradise of Casey Key Casey Key is a predominantly quaint and quiet residential island with sprawling properties and waterfront mansions that will make your jaw drop – all along scenic Casey Key Road. In...
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When the temps cool down on Florida's Gulf Coast, our state and county parks provide an ideal outdoor gateway to explore our natural wonders and landscapes. Sarasota County offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural richness and outdoor adventures that would make anyone a happy camper. For adventurers seeking either...
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Get out on the water or stay on dry land and learn about the animals, plant life and ecology. Many of us have fond memories of school field trips when we got to leave the stuffy classroom and learn hands-on, often outdoors. You can re-create those days during your next...
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There is plenty of family fun to be had in Sarasota County. Enjoy a list of 11 activities featuring wildlife, physical activities and natural entertainment. As any parent will tell you, on a vacation with children, it's clear who's running the show. Sure, you're the adult "making the decisions," but...
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Florida's Cultural Coast® is more than a destination—it’s a lifestyle. Sarasota's hospitable nature, paired with its outdoor nature, blend together to create one big canvas of coastal charm and quiet luxury. With world-class resorts adjacent to pristine beaches, fine dining and even finer shopping, high-class performances and exclusive events, Sarasota...
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Twelve beachfront hotels and resorts to stay just steps from the #1 Beach in the U.S. Dreaming of visiting the #1 beach in the U.S. (and #4 in the world!)? So named in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards, Siesta Key gets a lot of hype — and once you're...
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Spring is here and the best time to visit your favorite Gulf Coast community In Sarasota, FL, unlike many other parts of the country, spring is the peak of the year. The season brings migrating avian and sea critters into the area. The warming sea temperatures mean it’s warm enough...