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These bars offer all the flavor of a tropical treat, but with a healthier twist Oftentimes drinking and beach vacations go hand-in-hand thanks to Jimmy Buffet songs like “Margaritaville” and “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere.” It’s easy to see why daiquiris and sandy toes go together like sunshine and Sarasota County...
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Sarasota has hosted five MLB teams in nearly a century of Spring Training visits from players, coaches and fans – and it's all thanks to a man named "Mugsy" John J. McGraw was a pugnacious, no-nonsense man who loved to win and knew a great opportunity when he saw one...
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Choose from fun, free mobile passes that guide you through the best of Sarasota County. Welcome to Sarasota’s Mobile Experience Passes Discover Sarasota County one adventure at a time! Our free mobile passes make it easy to explore the region’s best beaches, attractions, dining spots, arts experiences, historic treasures, and...
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A hidden haven for wild bird species awaits on Sarasota’s City Island. Save Our Seabirds offers an unforgettable experience for families, bird lovers and curious travelers alike. Wander the shaded Bird Walk, where parrots chatter and dance for fun, sandhill cranes lift their booming calls into the air and owls...
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More than a season—a living legacy of dance, creativity and connection When the curtain rises on The Sarasota Ballet’s stage, audiences are transported—lifted by the grace, precision and emotion that define one of America’s most distinctive ballet companies. Yet what unfolds under the lights is only part of the story...
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It's time to once again cheer on your favorite baseball teams in Sarasota and North Port, with another exciting spring training season on the horizon. Schedules for the 2026 season at Ed Smith Stadium, the spring training home of the Baltimore Orioles, and CoolToday Park, the training grounds of the...
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Try an out-of-the-box way to spend a day during your stay with these ticketed experiences in Sarasota County. Tickets mean there is something fun on the horizon to look forward to! Whether I buy them for myself or if they are a gift, tickets bring a smile to my face...
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Get some old-school kitchen advice from one of the hearty, home-cooking hubs in Sarasota's charming Amish and Mennonite community Pinecraft When it comes to infusing Thanksgiving and the winter holidays with a sense of tradition and good, old-fashioned homemade cooking: Sarasota's Pinecraft Village has the expertise to share. We asked...
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Take a food break at some favorite local dining spots on the water with plenty of room to dock your vessel and chow down The greatest draw to enjoying a sunny vacation in beautiful Sarasota County is our endless coastline and proximity to the water. The best way to maximize...
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From citrus to cattle, a homegrown experience is easy to find right in Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Florida's Gulf Coast® is know for its beaches, but there's plenty of natural beauty being cultivated from our farms! Visit dozens of family-owned-and-operated properties for a tour, or sample their creations at one...