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There they go again, with the incessant playing, snacking, and entertaining. Down the slide, stop for a quick bite of carrot, then back to playing, perhaps a dip in the pool or a tag of a buddy and the chase is on. They are unbelievably adorable and I cannot take...

Tourism University Presentations

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You can browse / download the PDF archive of past Tourism University presentations using the links below. Past Presentations & Materials:January 2020 – How to Reacquire Past GuestsJuly 2019 – How to Manage Sales Leads from VSCJanuary 2019 - Leveraging Google My Business Listings and MorePart I (Webinar)Part II (Live)Presentation...

Share Sarasota from These Stunning Photo Spots

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Uncover some of the best beaches and backdrops to snap a picture in #MySarasota It’s hard not to feel like you’re living in paradise among the clear blue skies, warm weather, glistening oceans, waterfront dining, great food, and delicious tropical drinks in Sarasota. From Sarasota’s white sand beaches to the...

Accommodations on the Rise: Spotlighting Sarasota's Hotels

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With over 6,200 hotel rooms, it's time to shine the spotlight on some of Sarasota County's top hotels. From beachfront, rooftop and secluded, we have a diverse collection waiting for you. Planning your next family vacation, business meeting, special event, or secluded staycation getaway? Get acquainted with these unique or...

Natural Fun in North Port

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Get outside and explore the green landscape and crystal water in Sarasota County's largest city North Port is the classic outdoor oasis of Sarasota County. Tucked beneath thick oak and pine canopy, the city is rich with archaeological history, beautiful natural springs and more than 80 miles of freshwater canals...

Sarasota Father's Day Events and Specials

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Dads deserve to feel the love too! Here are some ideas for a weekend fit for fathers and the rest of the family too.If you’re spending Father’s day weekend with Dad or Grandpa in southwest Florida, you’re in luck! Whether it's admiring antique automobiles, eating belly-busting brunches or meeting sports...

Let the Good Times Roll in Englewood for Fun & Foodies

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Check out these great fall activities in Englewood. Florida ushers in the fall season like a whisper weather-wise, but it is far from a quiet time for activities in Sarasota County, especially in Englewood. Nestled on the south border of Sarasota County, the town of Englewood is planning events for...

Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy

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For decades, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, affectionately nicknamed "The Purple Cow," was the most flamboyant critter on the bayside stretch of Sarasota's North Tamiami Trail - but these days, it's impossible to ignore the giant, fluorescent pink flamingos who have moved in down the street. Two 1,200-pound metal...

Selby Garden's Children's Rainforest Garden

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Sarasota's Marie Selby Botanical Gardens may be nestled along the placid shores of Sarasota Bay that many call home, but it hardly takes a speck of imagination to reinvent oneself as an explorer along the exotic banks of the Amazon River in the botanical gardens' newest exhibit, the Ann Goldstein...

Sarasota's Tasty, Toe-Tapping BBQ Weekend

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Those craving a spiced, slow-cooked delicacy and live music will find both in Sarasota County this March.To make the most of your early spring trip to Sarasota County, you have got to get outside. Beyond leisurely strolls, and dips in the water, we have a weekend chock full of fabulous...