2020

One of the reasons so many people choose to visit Sarasota is because of its natural beauty.  Of course, the mild winters also have a little something to do with it, but everything here is so picture perfect that it draws people from all over the world.  From the beaches to the historic parts of town and all the wildlife in between, there's no escaping the beautiful scenery that Sarasota has to offer.

That's why Sarasota lends itself perfectly to a form of artwork known as plein art painting. By definition, plein painting is simply "painting in the open air".

Fox Lea Farm is a nationally recognized horse show facility located in Venice, Florida, that attracts competitors from all over the world. The Sarasota Polo Grounds located in Lakewood Ranch is another horse facility that offers exhilarating polo matches. Did we mention both are near some of the best beaches in the country?

Sarasota’s local music scene is quite diverse. Check out blues, indie, experimental and acoustic sounds at these locations.

Looking for an outdoor stage where you can bring the kids and enjoy an acoustic set on a pleasant Florida evening? Perhaps a late night electro-dance party or rock concert is more up your alley—or something intellectual and sophisticated to impress a date? You're in luck: the music scene in Sarasota is an eclectic place if one knows where to listen.

Do you have friends, children or grandchildren visiting Sarasota and want to know what there is to do for young adults? Look no further than our summer guide.

When the summertime heat hits the Sunshine State, most of us are familiar with the temptation to chill out with the A/C on blast and binge on Netflix—but don’t melt into your couch just yet! We’ve got you covered with a list of suggestions to kickstart your day and cool down at night in Sarasota.

Covering 130 acres, nine meticulously groomed and irrigated polo fields, two stick and ball fields and a regulation-sized arena make Sarasota Polo Club one of the largest clubs in the country.

The Sarasota Polo Club, established in 1991, is a premier luxury sporting destination located on 130 manicured acres, including 45 private equestrian estates, 7 Bermuda grass fields, a half-mile horse track, boarding facilities for 72 horses, a Player’s Clubhouse and a Polo Pavilion.

Traveling and finding things to do with a newborn and toddlers can be exhausting or can be refreshing. One thing is certain you are on your child’s schedule and you have to be prepared to be flexible!

In Sarasota County on Florida’s Gulf Coast, take advantage of a laid back scene — nearby beaches, parks and attractions mean you can make it back to your hotel or vacation rental in short time.

Since the advent of smart phones and portable tablets, some days it feels downright impossible to escape the demands of the voicemail, text and email notifications buzzing in our pockets. From television to Twitter, the modern world can often feel like it's full of noisy distractions, but the good news is this: every tech device has a "Power Off" option—and we have the power to utilize it.

Sometimes, all we need is a place where we can unplug, escape and reboot.

Pockets of shopping and dining districts pepper Sarasota County, and visitors rarely have time to explore them all in one day. So, say you only have nine hours to devote to Sarasota district hopping. What would you do? Here is a sample guide. Spend three hours in Southside Village, Gulf Gate and the North Trail's Tamiami Cultural District, respectively, and hunt for gems.

Take a dip in the warmer side of the pond: Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast has a tropical climate and some of the best beaches in the world.

Whether visiting for the first time or the tenth, there’s plenty to do in this American coastal destination. Enjoy five sun-soaked suggested activities while vacationing in Sarasota County:

First Stop: Siesta Beach on Siesta Key

If you’ve heard of Sarasota, then its more than likely you’ve heard of Siesta Beach.