Keys to the Keys

By Elana Galerman

The nitty-gritty on Sarasota's many beautiful beaches--from Longboat Key down to Manasota Key

Planning Your Trip to Sarasota and Her Islands

Areas of Interest: Casey Key, Englewood, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Manasota Key, Nokomis, North Port, Osprey, Siesta Key, St. Armands Key, Venice. Population: City of Sarasota: 52, 715 residents City of Venice: 17,764 residents City of North Port: 22,797 residents Town of...

Longboat Key

Stretching north to Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island and south to the tip of Lido Key at New Pass, this 10 mile sandy strip of a key has long been home to the rich and famous seeking a luxury retreat. It’s home to manicured lawns, grand resorts, beach cottages, garden parks, neighborhoods with...