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Looking to run instead of lounge on America's favorite beach? You'll want to check out these spots for the best places to play
2023
A half-dozen rosy ideas to get you started planning your couple's vacation
Chocolates, flowers, stuffed animals and candied hearts. These and more are all things iconic of puppy love. However, for you and your loved one, your relationship has grown deeper and deserves more dedication than a card with a few words. You want to give a romantic gesture they will remember forever. There is perhaps no act that’s more personal and experiential than running off to a getaway. A trip is a break from the stress and hassle of everyday life to enjoy one another’s company and love.
Interested in traveling more environmentally? Explore the natural wonders of Sarasota County like a true adventurer
Mindful travelers are more privy than ever to the importance of responsible travel—looking to offset their carbon footprint while still fulfilling their wanderlust to new destinations. If you love traveling to natural areas, conserving the environment, learning about the local ecology and biodiversity of a place and improving the well-being of the local people, consider these environmentally-friendly tours and activities.
In town for an Atlanta Braves spring training game or another event at CoolToday Park? You’ll want to make time to visit Sarasota’s famous beaches during your stay.
When you’re looking for some sun and surf after an exciting spring training game, here’s how to maximize your afternoon by cruising straight to one of Sarasota County's six keys from CoolToday Park in North Port.
The Newtown Alive trolley tour leaves no stone unturned in celebrating over a century of African-American history in Sarasota.
Garden lovers should plant themselves at these Sarasota County spots
Some people have green thumbs and can grow almost anything they plant. And other people—like me—are notorious plant killers who appreciate the beauty of gardens cultivated and cared for by folks who know how to wield a trowel and pruning shears. Whether you’re a grower yourself or just never met a flower you didn’t want to photograph, there are lots of spots in Sarasota County where you can get into the garden and admire the plant life that can sprout in these parts.
Looking for more than beach lounging? Here are the top things every nature-loving visitor must try during a trip to Sarasota County!
Sarasota County’s barrier islands offer a diverse landscape of beaches and experiences to try along the Gulf of Mexico
With nearly 40 miles of shoreline, Sarasota County is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, each with its own unique characteristics. Depending on what you want to do—from sandcastles to surfing to shopping and more—you will want to choose your beach wisely. Here’s a list of local beach “awards” to help give you an idea of which one is the right choice for your vacation.