About the Area

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Bradenton Riverwalk Expansion

Bradenton Riverwalk is a popular waterfront park set in the heart of downtown Bradenton, Florida. The park is home to a wide range of recreational and cultural amenities that keep visitors and locals entertained. The park stretches along the beautiful Manatee River and is 1.5 miles long. Since its inception, it has become a hub for most outdoor activities in Bradenton, community events, and strolls...

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The Bay Sarasota: A New Urban Oasis in Downtown Sarasota

The Bay in Sarasota is a lovely community, city, and park conservancy nestled at the picturesque waterfront of Sarasota, Florida, on the pristine shore. Its inception sought to conserve and transform fifty-three acres of city-owned land into a signature public park. It has been a visionary project for Bay Park Conservancy Inc. and the local community. Through collective efforts, people have transformed...

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota

The variety of people who live in and visit Southwest Florida is reflected in the array of artists performing at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The Van Wezel has continued its long history of showcasing outstanding Broadway musicals, top national and international artists, prominent comedians, world-class symphony orchestras, and a fascinating blend of classical, modern, and ethnic dance. The...

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

There's a lot of fun to have in Sarasota, Florida. From the spectacular vistas, beautiful beaches, luxurious resorts, refreshing swims, and an abundance of year-round cultural and recreational opportunities, you’ll enjoy your stay here. If planning a trip to the Gulf of Mexico, be sure to set aside some time to visit the Sarasota Jungle Gardens. A complete list of all the fantastic family-friendly...

Shop Local in Sarasota & Bradenton Areas

Every day we are posed with great choices on where to shop. However, the most common and tricky options have to be shopping from a well-established retail outlet or locally. Today, we are going to learn about the latter. For newbies, shopping locally entails buying your products and everyday items from the local business instead of going to large retail shops. It's a convenient method of shopping since...

The Popular Red Barn Flea Market in Bradenton

Did you know that Florida's most progressive and popular flea market is the Red Barn Flea Market in Bradenton? For newbies, a flea market has many vendors selling tons of items. Being in such a setting is always a joy, and you are assured of having immense fun. This local landmark is family owned and has been operating since 1981. Here, you will get a traditional flea market, food courts, plaza shops,...

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Venice, Florida – Welcome to the Best Coastal Living Experience

Venice, Florida, is located along the Gulfcoast, 18 miles South of Sarasota. It features two exits off of I-75: 195, Laurel Road, which heads north of the town, and 193, Jacaranda Boulevard, which takes you to downtown Venice. It features Venice Island, accessible by a bridge. As of 2020, Venice reported a population of 25,463. Its beaches stretch about 14 miles, and there are several of them as well as...

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Englewood, Florida – Here’s the Shared Beauty Along the Gulf of Mexico

If you've ever visited Englewood, you know it's not your typical city. Located along the Gulfcoast of Florida, Englewood is shared between two counties – Sarasota and Charlotte. Englewood's serenity and quietness is the primary attraction of this area. It has a population of about 19,332 as of 2020, clearly uncrowded, and the beaches have less congestion making them a great spot for tourists to...

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Ca’D’Zan Mansion and the Ringling Museum of Art

Ca’D’Zan mansion and the Ringling Museum of art are by far two of Sarasota’s premier attractions. The Ca’D’Zan is a Venetian-style mansion sitting on 20 acres of Sarasota Bay waterfront. This beauty has been around for decades; at some point, it lost its glory, but now it's back to attracting public attention like never before. The Ringling Museum of art is also connected to the Ca’D’Zan...

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Siesta Key – Explore Florida’s Famous Beach

Florida features many scenic and appealing beaches, but the Siesta Key one ranks at the top! Firstly, Siesta Key is a barrier island located on the southwest coast of Florida. It is set between Roberts Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, with some parts stretching to Sarasota. In the 20th century, people would call this island ‘Little Sarasota Key’ or ‘Sarasota key’. It was also only accessible by...

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