Body, Mind and Spirit for the GLBT traveler
By Lisa Codianne Fowler
Sarasota's vibrant offerings inspire Pride among GLBTs.
On the Island
By Mischa Kirby
In Venice, the phrase "On the Island" takes on a whole new meaning, describing the dreamy, sun-kissed lifestyle you’ll find waiting here. Turn the wheel from the main drag, Tamiami Trail, and head over the Intracoastal Waterway on one of the three bridges that connect the Isle of Venice to the...
Keys to the Keys
By Elana Galerman
The nitty-gritty on Sarasota's many beautiful beaches--from Longboat Key down to Manasota Key
Things to Do
There's far more to Sarasota than white sandy beaches. Stroll through an art museum where the Venetian-style architecture is as much an art form as the masterpieces within. Gaze upon rare exotic orchids. Find the perfect gift in one of the most renowned shopping areas in the world. Paddle through...
Take a Dip in the Lido Pool
By Amy Nance
Lap and lounge with the locals at a restored, 1920s-era swim secret
Take It Outside!
By Terry Tomalin
Drifting slowly down South Creek, the small stream that bisects Oscar Scherer State Park, it is hard to imagine that busy Tamiami Trail lies just a few miles away. The creek, a mixture of freshwater runoff and tidal flow from the Gulf of Mexico, gently winds beneath the oak canopy, providing a...
Inside Myakka
By Terry Tomalin
In Myakka River State Park, a red-shouldered hawk shattered the morning stillness as the sun rose over the dry prairie. Out here in the middle of nowhere, far from the hustle and bustle of the modern world, a raptor's cry is the loudest noise you will hear. This is just one of the many reasons...
Beach Picnics
By Kate Pursell
Want to elevate your beach picnic from a hot dog-and-chips affair? Read on to stage your dream repast, starting with where to find those little extras that transform an outdoor meal into something out of the ordinary.
