Body, Mind and Spirit for the GLBT traveler
By Lisa Codianne Fowler
Sarasota's vibrant offerings inspire Pride among GLBTs.
Baby, it's Cold Outside
By Elana Galerman
It doesn't get cold very often in sunny Sarasota, but when temperatures do occasionally drop to what we Sarasotans consider frigid, there are plenty of fun indoor activities to keep you entertained. When it's too chilly for the beach, get cozy at intimate taverns and live jazz performances, do some...
Get Out of the Box, Get Into the Circle!
St. Armands Circle continues to be one of Sarasota's most popular tourist destinations.
Sarasota Hosts The Perlman Music Program
The Perlman Music Program, a unique and internationally acclaimed program welcoming young musicians with rare and special talent into a richly supportive musical community, returns for its 6th Sarasota Winter Residency, December 20 through January 3. For two intense weeks of rehearsals, lessons,...
Fun Fall Happenings and Spooky Sarasota Adventures
By Elana Galerman
Fall is here—and while changing leaves and colder temperatures aren’t typical signs of the changing season in sunny Sarasota, our jam-packed events calendar sure is! With everything from jazz concerts to pumpkin festivals, Sarasota is going to keep you busy this October. Fall...
Ringling International Arts Festival
The Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau proudly supports the inaugural Ringling International Arts Festival as it kicks off Sarasota’s cultural season in grand style. From October 7-11, 2009 the rich diversity of ideas and forms at play in the world today will be celebrated with...
Artists Of International Appeal
More than 100 artists from around the world will come together under the artistic direction of New York’s Baryshnikov Arts Center to launch the first Ringling International Arts Festival, Oct. 7-11, 2009. The nine mainstage productions featuring dance, music and theater reflect the BAC’s...
Taste of Paradise
By Elana Galerman
Whether you’re craving a light bite on your way to the beach or a night of fine wining and dining on one of Sarasota’s beautiful keys, you’ll find an unlimited array of possibilities on Siesta, Lido, Longboat and Casey Keys. Our award-winning restaurants serve up irresistible grub from...
Spring Flings
By Elana Galerman
April is Keep America Beautiful Month, as well as Boost Your Hometown Month, so it’s no wonder Sarasota has a full event calendar to keep both locals and visitors entertained. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur, a nature-lover, or a beach bum, there’s something for everyone. ...

