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Sarasota County is a beautiful place, ripe with things to enjoy such as arts and culture, fine restaurants and romantic beaches. With a mix of residents from all over the country and the world, Sarasota County is a open and diverse atmosphere. It is an excellent place for the LGBT...
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SarasotaMOD is a four-day festival celebrating Sarasota County's iconic modernist architecture. The festival includes guided tours, social gatherings and presentations by architects, authors, critics and designers.Designers, architects and simple admirers have long-tried to create structures and buildings that compliment Sarasota County's natural wonder. And arguably, some of the most iconic...
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In addition to a state-of-the-art, multi-sport complex and stadium, IMG Academy offers 16 multi-purpose fields, 4 baseball fields, 12 indoor and outdoor batting cages, an IAAF-regulation 8-lane, 400m track with long and triple jump runways and a dedicated throw area, an 18-hole golf course with driving range and putting greens...
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The Gulf Beach Resort Motel has been on Lido Key since the 1950s, making it the oldest hotel on the island. Learn more about the resort in our video! Gulf Beach Resort Motel is the oldest hotel on Lido Key. Now, the motel offers vacation rental condos individually owned and...
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Smoked fish dip is a classic appetizer you’ll find in many of the restaurants on Florida’s Gulf CoastSarasota is not only a haven for fresh Gulf of Mexico seafood, with many local restaurants serving the fresh catch right from the sea, but there’s also a special appetizer that is a...
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Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key. Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key. These laid-back spots are home to mom-and-pop businesses and all kinds of ways to...
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Whether novice or expert, there are numerous paddle boarding opportunities in Sarasota County. This leisure activity is a great way to exercise and see Sarasota County’s beautiful coast. Whether standing up, lying down or kneeling on a board, finding one’s groove in the sport of coastal paddle boarding is an...
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Enjoy this recipe for Shrimp & Avocado Salad by Robin Draper of Authentic Florida.In Sarasota Florida, with our seasonably mild weather, many choose to eat light meals year around. This Florida Shrimp & Avocado salad is one of those stand bys that is always light and fresh, especially when incorporating...
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Lace-up your shoes and grab the entire family and head to Sarasota County beaches for the Summer Fun Run Series taking place every Tuesday and Wednesday evening this summer.My daughter and I drew in the smell of a saltwater breeze, the sounds of a jubilant crowd, and the sensation of...
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Venice fantasies often entail the soft sand of Casey Key and searching for shark teeth at Caspersen Beach, but outdoor lovers may want to considering some alternative activities as the area is rife with fun nature experiences.When you dream of Venice, you may fantasize about sinking your toes into the...