Siesta Key
Siesta Key Beach is central Sarasota's gateway to the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico, an island that combines luxurious amenities with a relaxed vibe that appeals to both visitors and locals.
Travel Stories
Discovering Casey Key
By Elana Galerman
While internationally known for its lavish, multimillion-dollar homes, secluded private beach and its most famous resident, writer Stephen King, Casey Key is still a well-kept secret.
Free & Cheap: 20 Things to Do in Sarasota For $5 Or Less
By Elana Galerman
Lessmoneymay meanless spending, but it doesn’t have to equalless fun. Sarasota has many ways for visitors to explore and make long-lasting memories, even without a lot of padding in their pockets. Let’s count the ways to have fun for free or nearly free. Here are 20 things you can do...
Sarasota's Hidden Charms
By Elana Galerman
Relax on the porch. Enjoy a home-cooked breakfast. Read a book in the garden. Experience a quainter side of Sarasota at one of the local bedand breakfasts, where Deep South charm meets the cultural beach town we know and love.At Palmetto Riverside Bedand Breakfast, the Cypress Bed& Breakfast Inn,...
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, Sarasota.Population:City of Sarasota:51,917residentsCity of Venice:20,748residentsCity of North Port:57,357residentsTown of Longboat...
Get Out of the Box, Get Into the Circle!
St. Armands Circle continues to be one of Sarasota's most popular tourist destinations.
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...
Where We Are and How to Get Here
LocationOn Florida's west coast between Tampa to the north and Ft. Myers to the south, Sarasota County is between Manatee County (north) and Charlotte County (south) and is located on the Gulf of Mexico.CommunitiesCasey Key, Englewood, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Manasota Key, Nokomis, North Port,...
Business Travel
Meetings are a breeze when you venture Beyond Our Beaches.Relaxing off Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast is Sarasota and Her Islands, a place where nature, culture and arts meet at the sea. From the Ringling Museum to her perfect white sands, you'll discover an atmosphere like no other anda setting...
