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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...
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The beach has always provided free fun, but read up on these new ways to create a memorable experience on a budget. If your money tree is light on fruit, don't fret: "Beaching" it in Sarasota doesn't have to cost a bundle. In fact, our little slice of heaven is...
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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...
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Enjoy our fun tips for enjoying stone crab: a rich, Gulf Coast of Florida delicacy Considered to be one of the most delicious crustaceans of the world, stone crab season in Sarasota has our mouths watering! Running from mid fall until late spring, residents and tourists alike can enjoy this...
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Explore the hidden world of Venice by taking an adventure down the road waterway less traveled, Alligator Creek My morning was rushed. It was earlier than I’m usually moving on a Sunday morning. And in the twenty minutes before my mother in law arrived to babysit, I needed to make...
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Visitors come to the Sarasota area for a variety of reasons – the award-winning beaches, world-class restaurants, top-notch arts and culture – or just to relax. But almost everyone makes time to shop, whether it’s to have a keepsake from their wonderful vacation or to appease someone who was left...
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Several Florida fruits are in season, so check out some local sources and pick up some for tasty snacks. Spring in Florida brings with it not only cooler temperatures and balmy breezes, but also, an abundance of cooler-weather fruits and veggies. Many tropical varieties thrive when the thermometer reaches for...
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If you appreciate the finer things in life, you'll have no trouble appreciating a few nights in one of these artfully curated accommodations. Life truly imitates art when you stay in Sarasota, Florida—the coastal destination affectionately dubbed Florida's Cultural Coast® for good reason. Dozens of arts organizations, historic theaters and...
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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...
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Buckle in and take your Sarasota experience to new heights. Embrace the freedom of the skies and discover the beauty of Sarasota County from above. Push any fear of heights aside to soar high above the sparkling Gulf Coast, taking in breathtaking views of pristine beaches, lush landscapes and vibrant...