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In Englewood and Manasota Key, it's only natural to be outside and enjoying the scenic outdoors and recreational spaces. If you want to slow the pace and find charming outdoor sanctuaries, try a trip to south Sarasota. The quaint community of Englewood and the beaches of Manasota Key will likely...
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Plan a destination that knows how to make your meeting stand out in style and elevate your event to the next level. Round out your meeting, incentive trip or team bonding with interactive activities such as a round of championship golf, rejuvenating spa experiences and entertaining team-building tours. Opportunities for...
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There's lots to discover when you head east on Fruitville Road Get off Interstate 75 at Fruitville Road in Sarasota, and your tendency might be to go west. After all, that direction will take you toward downtown Sarasota, the beaches, and attractions like Mote Aquarium. But head east on Fruitville...
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From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions feature new exhibits that change our perceptions, allowing us to experience something old in a new way. From reptiles to flowers to interactive art, three Sarasota attractions – Mote Marine, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Ringling Art Museum - feature...
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Visit Sarasota County (“ VSC”) values your privacy and recognizes the importance of protecting the privacy of information on the internet. This Privacy Policy (“ Policy”) addresses how VSC collects, uses, and shares information that we collect on or through the VisitSarasota.com website (the “ Website”). When we refer to...
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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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Sarasota-area waters offer an abundance of angling delights The captain spotted the school of tarpon swimming parallel to the beach, 100 yards from shore."Wait until I give the signal to cast," he told the angler. "You may only get one chance."The large, thick-bodied fish, often referred to as "the silver...
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Once a quaint fishing village, then a booming circus town, and now the visual and performing arts hub of Florida's Cultural Coast: Sarasota's unique history and Florida charm make visiting the area a one-of-a-kind experience—especially for those who know what to look for. Award-winning beaches, world class theatre and dining...
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You’re never too young to explore the great outdoors—and we’ve got plenty of short trails to help little ones enjoy nature. “Are we there yet?” “How much longer?” “I’m tired; can you carry me?” If you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard these kinds of questions and complaints what feels like...