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Congratulations to VSC's new hire and well-deserved transition to the sports team SARASOTA, Fla. (July 25, 2022) – Visit Sarasota County is delighted to welcome Pete Harvey to the team as Director of Sports, and congratulations to Nate Sweetman on his transition to the sports department under Pete, as the...
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Locals and visitors can find some of the best deals and discounts in Sarasota County by utilizing "Fun in the 941" SARASOTA, Fla. (July 13, 2022) – Travelers can get away and save money this summer on trips to Sarasota County by taking advantage of the destination’s Fun In The...
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Planning a more intimate wedding? Consider one of these memorable Sarasota-area venues, whether you want a waterfront wedding, a Southern chic celebration or a city vibe. Great things can and do happen in small venues. If you’re a private couple, you’re looking to spare yourself the challenges of a large...
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When you need to be alone in Sarasota nature, here are parks and beaches where you are least likely to run into strangers and most likely to have some breathing room A walk in the park can clear your head, get your heart pumping, and help connect you to your...
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You might know Sarasota County as a vacation destination, but did you know it’s also a great meeting location? When you choose to hold your conference here, you can expect your attendees to enjoy an easy trip here and beautiful weather and fun activities once they’ve arrived. And you’ll have...
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Lakewood Ranch and Wellen Park Shine on 2025 List for Top 50 Master-Planned Communities Two of Sarasota County’s most notable communities have earned prestigious national rankings on the Top 50 Master-Planned Communities of 2025 list released by John Burns Research & Consulting—a leading real estate research organization that tracks sales...
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Visit Sarasota County proudly announces their new Board of Directors appointments and recognizes outgoing members for the 2026 fiscal year, which will begin October 1. Joining the Board for two-year terms are Cindy Moore, Regional Director of Sales at Lodgco Hospitality, Mark Sherwin, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, and...
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It’s not uncommon for people to return from a conference and say they never left their hotel. When you plan a meeting or event in Sarasota, you’ll hear a much different post-conference story from your attendees, since many of our popular downtown hotels are within walking distance of restaurants and...
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Sarasota County’s meeting venues can delight and surprise your guests, provide them with a luxurious experience, educate them — or all of the above. Take a tour through our top event spaces to find the perfect location (or locations!) for your next gathering. Downtown Sarasota Hotels In the vicinity of...
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With its rich artistic history and present-day arts scene, it's no surprise how the Sarasota area got its nickname: Florida’s Cultural Coast®. And when you hold your group's meeting or event here, it's seamless to incorporate this creativity and inspire your attendees to use their imagination. Several cultural venues, including...