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Plan a destination that knows how to make your meeting stand out in style and elevate your event to the next level. Round out your meeting, incentive trip or team bonding with interactive activities such as a round of championship golf, rejuvenating spa experiences and entertaining team-building tours. Opportunities for...
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Visit Sarasota County (“ VSC”) values your privacy and recognizes the importance of protecting the privacy of information on the internet. This Privacy Policy (“ Policy”) addresses how VSC collects, uses, and shares information that we collect on or through the VisitSarasota.com website (the “ Website”). When we refer to...
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You’re never too young to explore the great outdoors—and we’ve got plenty of short trails to help little ones enjoy nature. “Are we there yet?” “How much longer?” “I’m tired; can you carry me?” If you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard these kinds of questions and complaints what feels like...
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About Red Tide Red tides have been documented along Florida's gulf coast since the 1840’s. The Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, produces a toxin that may kill marine animals and affect humans. A red tide bloom is a higher-than-normal concentration of a microscopic alga (plant-like organisms). It is important...
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VISIT SARASOTA COUNTY (VSC) is the official tourism marketing entity and primary provider of visitor information for Sarasota County where tourism is the top industry. Mission, Vision, and Accreditation Mission: We make Sarasota County a better place by promoting our community on the world stage. Vision: Creating a vibrant Sarasota...
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With its blend of coastal flavors and global cuisines, the Sarasota region is becoming a must-visit destination for both avid foodies and casual diners. Sarasota County's dining is a vibrant medley of cultural heritage, diversity and a deep appreciation for fresh, local ingredients. While bigger Florida cities might get the...
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Interested in traveling more environmentally? Explore the natural wonders of Sarasota County like a true adventurer Mindful travelers are more privy than ever to the importance of responsible travel—looking to offset their carbon footprint while still fulfilling their wanderlust to new destinations. If you love traveling to natural areas, conserving...
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Everything you need to know about tying the knot in Sarasota County Venues and Lodging Siesta Beach catapulted into international stardom in 2011 and again in 2015 when awarded TripAdvisors’ Travelers’ Choice Award for Best Beach in North America. Couples will not regret sinking their toes into Siesta’s satin-sewn sand...
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Stretching nearly 40 miles, Sarasota’s shoreline is dotted with luxurious resorts, stylish hotels and beach condos offering views of Florida’s sparkling turquoise waters. Craving a front-row seat to the shimmering Gulf Coast? Want to wake up to the gentle lap of waves washing up on the sand? Sarasota-area islands deliver...