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You missed the British Open, Wimbledon, and the Tour de France by just a hair ... or maybe a mile. But you can still enjoy your favorite active sports while on vacation in Sarasota County! Sarasota features myriad options for golf, tennis, and biking. So, grab your gear and let’s...
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Experience the coastal-metro soul, beauty and energy of Downtown Sarasota in this guide of all things to do and see. There's so much to do in Downtown Sarasota, you'll probably find yourself thinking of multiple reasons to spend time here. With its vibrant mix of dining, hotels, shopping, outdoor recreation...
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Heading to Sarasota County with your family? Read up on our guide and get some great ideas to make sure the whole family has a good trip! Flowers are blooming and birds are chirping; school teachers are breathing a sigh of relief ... Ah, yes, spring break is in the...
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Sometimes, we all just need to escape... Close your eyes and imagine making the perfect, spontaneous getaway: simply packing your bags and floating away into summery coastal breezes for a vacation in Florida. Where did your imagination take you? Were you digging your imaginary toes into the sand and letting...
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An avian lover's paradise, spot native Florida birds year-round—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries Birdwatching is among one of the most peaceful, meditative and gratifying activities you can enjoy in Sarasota County. And while winter is largely birding "season"—as thousands of migratory birds make their way...
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Continuously named one of the best beaches to visit year after year, there isn't a better place to go than the white sands of Siesta Beach for spring break.Spring break is the perfect time to escape the snowy cold and embrace the warm southern sun – and not much beats...
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Learn something on vacation through taking a class or a workshop. If you're anything like this writer, you breathed a sigh of relief when you closed your algebra textbook for the last time—or perhaps it was "The Canterbury Tales" that did you in—and back then, you wouldn't dream of spending...
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We asked members of the Sarasota County tourism industry to share some of the additional policies and procedures they've added for customers in response to the pandemic. Sarasota County beaches, businesses and other attractions are following specific and evolving state & local government guidelines for reopening to visitors (click here...
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From the beachside resorts to sidewalk cafes, dozens of hotels and restaurants in the Sarasota destination offer a first-class experience to travelers and their four-legged friends.We believe that the best vacations are the ones that you can take with your best friend—so pet lovers may be thrilled to learn that...
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As the hot and humid summer draws to a close, it ushers in a breezier season filled with outdoor events, festivals and family outings. Grab a calendar and plan out your autumn months with Visit Sarasota. School is back in session and the scent of pumpkin spice is sneaking its...