Fast Facts
Sarasota was home to Florida's first golf course and one of America's first courses. Sir John Hamilton Gillespie, a Scottish colonist, built the nine-hole course in 1905
 
Communities
Sarasota and Her Islands' Communities: Sarasota, Longboat Key, Lido/St. Armands Circle, Siesta Key, Casey Key, Venice, Manasota Key, Englewood and North Port.

Culturally elegant and brimming with adventure, yet laid back and tranquil. This is a vacation destination like no other.

Wrapped with 35 miles of silken beachfront, Sarasota and Her Islands is a package of rich cultural history, sun-drenched islands, natural treasures and unlimited discoveries. Come, take a tour of our communities and see for yourself what makes this area so remarkable.

Sarasota Longboat Key Lido/St. Armands Circle
Siesta Key Casey Key Manasota Key
Venice North Port Englewood
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