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If you’re looking for something to do this March through May, you’ll find plenty of options on the calendar in Venice, North Port, and Englewood. From food-centric festivals to artistic happenings, there are all kinds of events to check out this spring in southern Sarasota County. Venice Book Fair and...
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Find Inspiration for Your Special Day Amidst the holidays, as people across the country prepare for the season with decorations and celebrations, including plenty of shopping trips for gifts, there is something different about the way we do it in Sarasota. Here, without snowflakes and sleigh rides, we have found...
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If weather is hurting your planned Sarasota County vacation, escape the dangers of cabin fever with indoor family fun "What else can we do besides the beach?"Of course the main attraction here in Sarasota is the glorious beaches, and when they aren't an option, you may find yourself stuck indoors...
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It's been less than a year, but a new Sarasota hotel is garnering high praise from visitors according to the popular hotel-booking service TripAdvisor. According to a recent article, TripAdvisor put the Carlisle Inn on its "7 of the top hotels in Florida" list. TripAdvisor says its list was assembled...
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No matter when you’re looking for a visit, Sarasota has something special waiting for you. “When’s the best time to visit?” It’s a common question by guests coming to see me and Sarasota. And it’s a question that’s both easy and hard to answer because, the truth is, anytime is...
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Several local joints are serving up a unique spin on the sweet treat, while others have taken the classic to a whole new level.One of life’s greatest indulgences is dessert for breakfast, and few menu items are more fulfilling – or more simple – than the donut. From cake donuts...
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Authentic adventure, valuable education and environmental stewardship are the pillars of ((ecko)) travel, a new nonprofit ecotourism project by the Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida. Any trip can make for a handful of stories and photographs. But what distinguishes an extraordinary adventure from a merely pleasant outing? What...
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Want to feel good while exploring Sarasota County? Volunteer opportunities help both you and the community! Who says that doing a good deed should ever have to come at the cost of a good time? In Sarasota, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun while making a positive impact...
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Fall is in the air. In most areas of the country, it is an obvious change of seasons as leaves begin to change colors and drop from trees, the air becomes crisper and cooler and sweaters come out of the closets. But in Sarasota County, fall arrives in much more...
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One of the biggest traveling challenges frustrating visitors can be parking. Read up on the free and low-cost parking options in Sarasota before you come to town. “Variety is the spice of life” is a colloquial phase we are all too familiar with and is often used when referring to...