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50 Things to Do In South County
By Elana Galerman
You know all about the number 1 beach in the country, Siesta Key Beach, and the art and culture found in downtown Sarasota, but what about the lesser known southern part of Sarasota County? In South County, you'll find hidden treasures and an Old Florida feel. South Sarasota County's well-kept...
Perfect Summer Weekend
By Elana Galerman
There's so much to do in Sarasota and her Islands that it can be difficult to narrow it down, much less cram it all into a weekend. You can't, of course, but if you're only here for a few days, here's a helpful little itinerary designed to give you a taste of the beaches, cuisine and culture of...
Spring Break for Grown Ups
By Elana Galerman
Who says you have to be in your early 20s to throw back a few margaritas or even do a pub crawl?
Shop 'Til You Drop
By Lisa Codianne Fowler
Like Manhattan, Los Angeles and other shopping meccas, Sarasota's options stretch far beyond the realm of shopping malls. This small town has big city style.
A Trip Down Dearborn Street
By Elana Galerman
What Main Street is to both Sarasota and Venice, Dearborn Street is to Englewood. As you roam down the road, you'll discover all sorts of places you might like to make your new haunts. Great food, shopping and fun hangouts await you down on Dearborn. Englewoods on Dearborn serves up an innovative...
Pinecraft: The Amish Snowbird Community of Sarasota and Her Islands
The greater Sarasota area attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy the white beaches, cultural amenities, and great restaurants. Within the city limits of Sarasota is Pinecraft, a small working neighborhood that draws some of the area’s most unique and special snowbirds...
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...
Get Out of the Box, Get Into the Circle!
St. Armands Circle continues to be one of Sarasota's most popular tourist destinations.
Antique Road Show
By Elana Galerman
It's time to hit the road for Sarasota County antiquing
