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Known for its white quartz sand beaches, Siesta Key Beach, located in Sarasota County, was once again recognized as the best beach in Florida by Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best. It was also recognized as the second-best beach in the United States and ranked in the top...
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Sarasota restaurants - Get Ready to Savor as Sarasota County's premier dining event - the 19th Annual Savor Sarasota - returns from Saturday, June 1st to Friday, June 14th, 2024. Visit Sarasota County is inviting partner restaurants to sign up and participate in this favorite annual foodie fest that offers...
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With a rich legacy steeped in passion, precision and a global reputation that precedes it, The Sarasota Ballet is one of America’s leading Ballet companies. The Sarasota Ballet continues to define itself as a Company that bridges legacy and innovation—bringing the world of dance to Sarasota and Sarasota to the...
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Have your phone or camera ready for all the beauty there is to see in Sarasota County. Whether you always whip out your smartphone for scenic pictures and selfies or you visit parks at dawn with fancy camera equipment for that idyllic nature shot, you'll find delight in these 11...
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Restaurant standouts in the Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch area not to snooze on for those nights you just can't figure out where to eat. From cozy cafes tucked away in the new Waterside Place town center to upscale eateries at University Town Center (UTC) and local mainstays off LWR Main Street, the...
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Baseball, shark teeth and the circus highlight the destination’s spring activities This spring, travelers to Sarasota County can take advantage of an array of exciting activities. From Major League Baseball Spring Training in Sarasota to festivals for shark teeth to the circus, travelers can find fun options throughout the destination...
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28 elite croquet players from across the United States will compete for a national title in this annual championship tournament. The Sarasota County Croquet Club will once again act as host to the Association Laws National Championship, organized by the prestigious US Croquet Association (USCA). The tournament will take place...
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Each year Visit Sarasota County hosts an event to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. This year, their awards program recognizing excellence in the hospitality industry returns. It is with great pride that Visit Sarasota County (VSC) announces the return of their awards which spotlight greatness in our local hospitality...