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MOD Weekend is a three-day fall festival honoring Sarasota County's iconic modernist architecture. You might know and love Sarasota County for its beautiful beaches and state parks, but our architecture is just as stunning and world-renowned. Sarasota’s Mid-Century Modern Architecture Some of the county’s most iconic buildings were developed following...
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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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The sunset is part of the reason you decided to visit Sarasota County. So check out our guide for the best ways to enjoy it. The sunset puts on a pretty good show most nights here in Sarasota County. And while you can always watch it for free from one...
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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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Everything you need to know about tying the knot in Sarasota County Venues and Lodging Siesta Beach catapulted into international stardom in 2011 and again in 2015 when awarded TripAdvisors’ Travelers’ Choice Award for Best Beach in North America. Couples will not regret sinking their toes into Siesta’s satin-sewn sand...
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All the kayaking and standup paddleboarding knowledge you need for days out on the water in Sarasota. Whether you’re gliding through enchanting mangrove tunnels, paddling across glassy bays or finding your balance on a standup paddleboard (or SUP), you’ll have a blast exploring Sarasota’s waterways. This comprehensive guide covers everything...
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Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out to lunch or dinner at atmospheric restaurants is great, and many here even have beautiful outdoor dining setups. But sometimes, it's just really nice to get further away from downtown areas and...
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School is back in session and the summer heat and humidity have begun to make their retreat... it must be fall in Sarasota! In October, enjoy the autumnal season with the whole family by hitting up the pumpkin patch or find the best Floridian trick or treat haunts—on the beach...
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Dive into Sarasota County's vibrant seafood scene from up, down and around the coast. If you were looking for a comprehensive guide to the best local seafood restaurants, freshest catches and waterfront dining paired with ocean-fresh flavors, well then, consider this the finest catch of the day. From upscale anchor-and-eat...
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Sarasota’s six keys offer the best land-and-lure dining experiences within view or easy stroll of blue waters and white sand Sarasota’s keys are strung like a pearl-white necklace flowing down our piece of Gulf Coast shoreline. Each key is accessible by a span of uniquely arched bridges. And each island...