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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...
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Sarasota’s Glimmering Waterways and Deep Forested Canopies are the Perfect Stage for Magical Full Moon Nights Gathering to celebrate the day dripping into night is a well-loved Sarasota ritual. By twilight, locals and visitors alike are drawn to the sparkling shorelines to witness a kaleidoscope of colors streak the sky...
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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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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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We've got your weekend plans covered. Refill the happy tank with a fun-fueled weekend in Sarasota County. Everyone needs a little weekend getaway now and again. Ditch the errands and chores and unwind with your toes in the water and face to the sun. Or maybe you need a little...
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Why let Sarasota's beautiful weather and sunshine go to waste because of a budget vacation? While fun isn't always wallet-friendly, free vacations aren't impossible. So splurge on the hotel, or even the airfare, because you can experience all of those (not quite) free vacations anytime of year. Also, vacations aren't...
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You may need more than one weekend to explore the 10 different farmers' markets and downtown gatherings of Sarasota County.Looking for fresh produce, artisan baked goods, the finest flowers and unique art? Then look no further than one of the many farmers markets found right here in Sarasota County. At...
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Enjoy these relaxing locales—perfect to shut off and reset for a digital detox More time spent outside equals more self-care, more quality conversations, more insightful thinking, more wildlife spotting, more quality hangs and laughs with loved ones—without distracting games or the urge to scroll on social media. Whether flying solo...
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Emma Weyant’s not only a championship swimmer for Team USA. She’s also a Sarasota native who loves the place where she grew up.As a true local, she’s got her favorite spots in the area, both her longtime haunts and newer finds. And luckily for us (and you), she’s willing to...
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Sarasota’s prestigious sports facilities attract Olympian talent of all types. Meet the athletes from here, or who train here, for the Games!Florida’s temperate climate and sports-oriented culture have long attracted elite athletes and their coaches. In fact, Florida ranked among the top 20 states for the most athletes competing in...