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Check out the best New Year’s Eve events for 2020 from pineapple drops to firework shows At the end of each year, Sarasota County is among those buzzing with talk of fireworks and festive falling fruits; champagne toasts with sparkling bruts. From swanky soirees to casual beach bashes, block parties...
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Sarasota is known for its thriving arts scene, which continues to draw artists, aesthetes and works of art in great numbers. Add a few to your blank canvas, and complete the picture by including local cuisine and an inspiring night's stay. Whether you’re a new collector or a connoisseur, here...
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Take a spin in our time machine, and plan an excursion filled with nostalgic charm from breakfast 'til bedtime Ever have the urge to plot an escape to a different decade? Maybe there's a tropical shirt in your closet that's screaming for a kitschy, oh-so-Florida tourist backdrop from the 1950s...
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Looking for a blend of classic and off-the-beaten path Holiday happenings? Look no further than Florida’s Gulf Coast®. Winter in Sarasota is generally not a cold affair. Warmth is a result of the climate, though human good cheer is bountiful as well. We are, among other things, a beach destination...
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Check out this list of new restaurants around the destination and where to find them, so you can keep shaking up your dining routine Circo SRQ This funky new taco & bourbon joint offers artisan tacos ranging from Ahi Poke to Edamame Falafel. Definitely get a house margarita with your...
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Mark your calendars for Sarasota’s Virtual Eat Local Week this March featuring fun & informative tours, trivia, and other activities that highlight the cycle of our food system and our region's local food network. It's not every day you find an organization highlighting local food, farms, and a community’s efforts...
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You won't have to wait long for a memorable meal next trip thanks to these local spots near the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport North Tamiami Trail in Sarasota is loaded with local history and several cultural and educational sites. From The Ringling to the historic New College of Florida campus...
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For those who yearn for unique, expert and sometimes quirky small business experiences, the budding sector of Limelight District on the fringes of downtown Sarasota more than delivers. Anchored in an edgy creative arts scene that includes mouth-watering eats, hand-crafted treats and local hotspots with distinct services, there’s always something...
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See this small beach community’s big heart at the beloved, annual Englewood Pioneer Days That sense of small-town community is where the Englewood Pioneer Days Parade Committee thrives. They love their town, they love its history, and they believe in preserving and protecting its legacy. That’s why they work hard...
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Try these tips and exercises before, during, and after a long travel day to fight off muscle soreness and guarantee total vacation relaxation The pros of a vacation are numerous and clear – seeing new cultures, visiting new places, reuniting with friends and family, taking a break from work and...