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Sand and saltwater free, bring your kids to these splash areas and playgrounds to give them a day filled with refreshing fun and laughter. Simmer down your summer and head to one of our family-friendly parks with water features for your kids—without the entrance fee of waterparks and aquatic facilities...
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If you want to ensure you see reptilian basking beauties, Sarasota can make that happen, be it in their natural habitat, at a protected enclosure, or in your arms. “Attention students, the school is going on a limited lockdown due to an alligator traveling on campus.” This is no social...
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Sarasota's hospitable nature, paired with its outdoor nature, blend together to create one big canvas of coastal charm and quiet luxury. Florida's Cultural Coast® is more than a destination—it’s a lifestyle. With world-class resorts adjacent to pristine beaches, fine dining and even finer shopping, high-class performances and exclusive events, Sarasota...
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From retail therapy to wildlife viewing, spend a perfectly relaxing weekend on Lido Key. Retail therapy, wildlife viewing, gourmet dining and Gulf-side relaxation come together on Lido Key and St. Armands Circle. Powdery sand invites beachgoers to dig for shells, while diverse flavors tempt every palate. Explore mangroves, shop local...
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Sarasota County has won a number of accolades for its places to stay, play, and dine over the years. Below are a few examples of the recognitions we are proud to have earned. 2026 Best Family-Friendly Beach Town, Florida West, WhereverFamily.com - #2 Sarasota & #5 Siesta Key Favorite Beach...
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Malls, skate parks, beaches and more. Sarasota County has much to offer the young adult or teenage kid. Sarasota may be a haven for retired snowbirds, but there’s still plenty of fun for teens. From beaches to skate parks to malls, take your teen to any of the places below...
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Paddling in North Port reveals 80 miles of freshwater canals – a relatively unknown world known as the ‘Blueways’ This way to Blueways! We were headed out, two to a stand-up-paddleboard (SUP), ready to venture down the Myakkahatchee Creek. The kids were home sick from school and the remedy was...
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World-class artistry and a storied circus legacy meet the sophisticated pulse of a modern bayfront city. Long hailed as the " Cultural Capital of Florida," Sarasota is as intellectually stimulating as it is spoiled with sunshine. Defined by a deep appreciation for the arts that began with the arrival of...
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The Englewood Beach Waterfest celebrates the community's liquid assets with activities ranging from educational exhibits to powerboat racing Englewood has long drawn folks interested in fishing, boating, and water recreation opportunities. Their biggest festival, Englewood Beach Waterfest , celebrates the community's liquid assets with activities ranging from educational exhibits to...
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Ancient healing waters and sprawling "Old Florida" landscapes meet the vibrant energy of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. As the largest city in Sarasota County by landmass, North Port offers a sense of space and possibility on the Florida Gulf Coast. It is a place defined by its vast...