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Treasures exist inside the Southwest Florida city of North Port, Florida.A woman gently stroked a white star on a mare's nose as the horse lifted his head through the window of his stall at a local North Port,FL., stable. It was mid-morning and the barn was already bustling with two...
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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. As...
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Enjoy some arts and culture at these six local spots In the mood to do a little museum hopping? There’s lots to see and experience in the area, from artwork both serious and lighthearted to cool fossils and artifacts from long ago. The Ringling The Ringling complex in Sarasota is...
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We asked couples how they celebrate romance in Sarasota, inspiring some interesting date ideas for you and your loved one Celebrating love is not exclusive to couples. I know fathers and daughters who celebrate Valentine's Day, as well as mothers and sons, and even best friends. For couples, though, a...
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Several Sarasota-area restaurants take pride in pairing wine with their unique and delicious menu items. Here are some of the top places to grab a glass around Sarasota County.There's no shame in demanding a high-quality glass of wine on vacation, and for those choosing to unwind here in Sarasota County...
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From frozen sangrias to Cuban Sandwiches to “Jetty Dogs,” save room for a tasty treat from one of Sarasota County’s unique beach concession menus In my book, beach snacks are mandatory. Sarasota County has many beautiful beaches, including one that you may have heard regularly wins awards: Siesta Key Beach...
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An easy and tasty homemade chocolate treat to celebrate a holiday, anniversary, birthday and more!If you’re thinking about making a treat for your special someone, how about chocolate bark topped with sweet and salty morsels? It’s easy to make, pretty to look at, and a welcome gift for the lucky...
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Adventure-seeking visitors to Siesta Key don't have to look far beyond the beach for an adrenaline rush If soaking up sun, surf and sand aren't your idea of spending a visit to the best beach in the U.S., don't worry. You can hop on a jet ski, go parasailing, wrangle...
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Trade the jackets and mittens for some sunblock and swimsuits. Here's some top things to try for Spring, Summer or even Winter break fun at Sarasota County beaches and beyond!We, the swimsuits-and-sandals-clad people of Sarasota County, have heard rumors of a season called "winter."We don't know much about cold and...
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Everything you need to know about tying the knot in Sarasota CountyVenues and LodgingSiesta Beach catapulted into international stardom in 2011 and again in 2015 when awarded TripAdvisors’ Travelers’ Choice Award for Best Beach in North America. Couples will not regret sinking their toes into Siesta’s satin-sewn sand. Hyatt Siesta...