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Have a Florida beach getaway with your girls on Manasota Key and beyond. Ready to escape with your girlfriends for a weekend of sun and fun? South of Sarasota is the low-key barrier island of Manasota Key and, on the mainland, neighboring Englewood. With an Old Florida vibe, tons of...
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Learn about the Florida wildlife that exists in the Sarasota area and the best places to see them in their natural habitats. Sarasota is a wildlife lover’s paradise. Dreaming of dolphins? Amazed by alligators? Enamored by raptors? The area’s beaches, lakes, rivers and forests are filled with iconic Florida wildlife...
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One of the most popular shopping and dining districts on the Gulf Coast in St. Armands Circle, but the area has much more to experience. Check out five spots on St. Armands, Lido and Longboat key you'll want to stop at for a photo. Preserving precious moments in photographs is...
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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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A multi-million renovation to Selby Botanical Gardens and new bayside park provide two new ways to experience nature in the destination in addition to the miles of beaches, state parks and nature trails With 35 miles of coastline, state parks, a marine laboratory and aquarium, and more, Sarasota County is...
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After you’ve hit the beach, try these other spots where you can cool off and splash around When you want to make a splash in Sarasota County, our beaches are always a great place to start. But beyond the sandy shoreline you’ll find lots of other places where you can...
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A deep dive into the shallow waters and changing tides of Sarasota's sneaky sandbars dotting the coastline. For those keen to explore Florida's Gulf Coast beauty from the deck of a boat or anchored ashore a remote (albeit, temporary) island, Sarasota’s sandbars offer an experience beyond the 40 miles of...
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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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Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota to host seven-game tournament showcasing 60 of the top women baseball players in the U.S. Ready for a fun-filled weekend of American baseball and girl power in Sarasota? The American Girls Baseball (AGB) is set to present the All-American Women’s Baseball Classic, sponsored by Rainbow...
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From sun-soaked summer escapes to cozy winter getaways, Sarasota offers endless ways to keep kids learning, laughing and exploring year-round! Whether you're a parent planning the ultimate family getaway, a group of friends craving a spring trip to Florida or a teacher ready to unwind and recharge, Sarasota County delivers...