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Every year Sarasota hosts a festival celebrating Greek culture at St. Barbara Orthodox Church. The Sarasota Greek Festival will take place on February 8-11th 2018. This will be the 33rd annual St. Barbara Greek Festival or "Glendi". The Greek Festival is a popular Sarasota event, attracting both visitors and residents each year. Food Explore the tastes and traditions of Greece. Th... Read More

If you're like many vacationers, you'll to want to explore beautiful Siesta Key as soon as possible. However, if you don't have transportation already arranged, traveling around can seem daunting. Luckily, getting around Siesta Key is easy with these transportation options: Uber Using the mobile-... Read More

Vacation often means time spent relaxing, eating in restaurants and shopping. Sarasota has many shopping locations for you to visit during your stay. Vintage, art, gift shops, bookstores, commercial clothing stores and more.  There is something to suit everyone's personal shopping taste. St. Armand's Circle This attractive island circle of businesses is a must-see. ... Read More

If you're the outdoorsy type, Sarasota has some great places for you to discover. There are plenty of places for you to enjoy the beauty of Florida's nature during your vacation. If you enjoy seeing wildlife in its natural habitat and like to hike, walk, jog or bicycle in the great outdoors, you'll enjoy visiting these sites: Read More

If you're on vacation with your kids, chances are you're looking for a variety of activities for them to do. Here is a list of ideas for both outdoor and indoor summer activities in Sarasota: Stardust Skate Center This indoor roller skating rink includes lights, music, skating, contests and prizes. Stardust offers many different skating events, arcade games and a snack bar. Ri... Read More

When packing for your vacation in Florida, sunscreen might be the last thing on your mind. However, considering that Florida is situated much closer to the equator than other states, sunscreen is essential. Without sun protection, the high intensity of the Florida sun can quickly damage your skin. Using the right sun protection is very important. Here's some information ... Read More

The 81st annual Sarasota County Fair will take place from March 17th to the 26th. There is always plenty of entertainment at the county fair including rides, crafts, a science fair, livestock and horticulture displays, shows and performances, contests, a live auction and more. Activities Read More

Spring is a time full of activity with plenty of events for all ages and interests. Here are some options for festivals during your spring vacation. Sarasota Jazz Festival The Sarasota Jazz Festival will take place on March 5th - 11th, 2017. The festival is the signature annual event of the Sarasota Jazz Club, one of the biggest and most active jazz clubs in the U.S... Read More

Sarasota hosts many annual activities that residents and visitors anticipate. Whatever the season, there is always something to do in Sarasota. Here are just some of Sarasota's favorite annual events: Sarasota Exotic Car Fest Every year, exotic cars are displayed in downtown Sarasota. Ferraris, Rolls-... Read More

Sarasota is home to many talented people. Orchestra, circus, dance and opera are a few of the many arts that have shaped Sarasota into the city it is today. If you enjoy the performing arts, you may want to visit these locations during your vacation. The Players Centre for Performing Arts Read More