2024

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. 

Visit Sarasota County (VSC) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Executive Committee Members for FY2024.  This esteemed group of leaders will continue to drive the mission of promoting tourism and cultural attractions in Sarasota County forward.

New Executive Committee

Visit Sarasota County is thrilled to announce that Nathaniel Sweetman has been named one of Destinations International’s 2024 30 Under 30 recipients. To learn more about each honoree, click here.

The USSSA Under Armour Championship Series NIT, April 6-7, and USSSA FL State Championships, April 27-28, will be hosted at various ballparks across Sarasota County

A look back in time and a glimpse of the future as North Port's 65th anniversary nears

As June 18th approaches, the developing enclave of North Port anticipates its 65th anniversary. And with it, a stronger, more established identity as both a travel destination and a place to call home. Founded in June of 1959, North Port is considered a relatively new city, midway between the cities of Sarasota and Fort Myers.

Baseball, shark teeth and the circus highlight the destination’s spring activities 

This spring, travelers to Sarasota County can take advantage of an array of exciting activities. From Major League Baseball Spring Training in Sarasota to festivals for shark teeth to the circus, travelers can find fun options throughout the destination. With 35 miles of coastline, Florida’s ideal spring weather and a host of fun activities, this Southwest Florida excursion is a great option for any traveler looking for the perfect springtime destination.

Restaurant standouts in the Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch area not to snooze on for those nights you just can't figure out where to eat.

From cozy cafes tucked away in the new Waterside Place town center to upscale eateries at University Town Center (UTC) and local mainstays off LWR Main Street, the Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch area has an array of dining options to try fo

As spring breathes new life into Sarasota, it also awakens a vibrant array of native wildlife.

From graceful birds to elusive mammals and colorful fishes, Sarasota County boasts an abundance of exotic animal species that emerge or become more active during the warm spring season here.