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If you visit Sarasota County (or live here) and want to catch a fish, consider hiring a fishing pro! Sarasota County offers many outdoor activities involving our beautiful bodies of water, and one of my favorites is saltwater fishing. With so many options as to where to catch a fish...
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Need-to-know tidbits about the friendly Florida manatee. “Come on, Tommy! Let’s follow it!” My husband and his best friend from Chicago are kayaking down Phillippi Creek when a dark shadow appears feet from their vessels. About the size of a sofa, it’s definitely larger than their Hobies. Hesitantly, Tommy follows...
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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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We’ve listed this many activities to do with the kids in Sarasota in an effort to eliminate the dreaded “I’m bored” declarations If you’re drawing a blank and can’t remember any of the myriad of fun things you were hoping to do with your little ones this summer, you’ve come...
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More Than 5,600 Participants Expected Nathan Benderson Park , in partnership with Visit Sarasota County , announced today a series of back-to-back sporting events scheduled throughout April. The monthlong lineup includes a national-level swimming competition, statewide high school rowing championships, and an international dragon boat festival, all expecting more than...
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Miles Partnership, LLLP and Visit Sarasota County (“The Controllers”) collect personal data from individual users of https://www.visitsarasota.com/. Certain elements of this data may constitute protected “personal data” as that term is defined in the E.U. General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). 1 The following disclosures concerning The Controllers compliance with GDPR...
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Ancient healing waters and sprawling "Old Florida" landscapes meet the vibrant energy of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. As the largest city in Sarasota County by landmass, North Port offers a sense of space and possibility on the Florida Gulf Coast. It is a place defined by its vast...
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Unhurried beaches and Old-Florida charm — discover a place that feels as timeless as its sunsets. Nestled between the busier destinations on Florida’s Gulf Coast is a seaside town with charm that simply can’t be manufactured. Englewood hasn’t tried to be anything it’s not. It’s where life moves slower and...
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Timeless Mediterranean architecture and a storied past meet the tranquil beauty of the Gulf Coast. Venice is a rare Florida find as one of three cities in Florida right on the water — not blocked by a barrier island. Venice’s identity is anchored by its 1920s charm, deep circus history...
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Manicured landscapes and miles of secluded shoreline meet a refined coastal lifestyle — discover a destination where luxury and nature exist in perfect harmony. On Sarasota County’s north end, Longboat Key , Lido Key and St. Armands Circle stand out as a balanced Gulf Coast destination where relaxed island living...