Florida is home to some of the best beaches in the United States, beloved by locals and holidaymakers alike. Many of them are in Sarasota County, with over 40 miles of coastline. There are five islands known as keys as well as the mainland beachhead in Venice Beach. From Siesta Key to Caspersen Beach, we reveal the best beaches in Sarasota County.Here’s a tour of some of our favourites, as well as other great things to do in Sarasota. Read on for our full guide of the top Sarasota beaches.Best Beaches in Sarasota, FloridaSiesta BeachWhile most beaches are composed of pulverised coral, Siesta Beach is 99% pure quartz. This means that it’s incredibly fine and white and it also stays cool under foot. The sand is thought to be millions of years old, having originally flowed from the Appalachian mountains. It’s estimated that the sand on Siesta Beach and Crescent Beach on Siesta Key could be millions of years old, having its origin in the Appalachian mountains and flowing … [Read more...] about The Best Beaches in Sarasota, Florida You Shouldn’t Miss
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15 Unmissable Attractions in Sarasota County, Florida
Blessed with a fantastic climate and some of the best beaches in the States, Sarasota County is popular with families and luxury lovers. Located on Florida’s temperate Gulf Coast, Sarasota and its neighbouring municipalities Longboat Key, North Port and Venice have much to offer the visitor. Siesta Key Beach was voted the best beach in America in 2017 by Dr. Beach and won TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award for Best Beach in North America in 2017. In addition to its famous beaches, there are many other Sarasota attractions such as farmer’s markets, world-class museums and gourmet restaurants to enjoy.Unmissable Sarasota AttractionsFarmer’s MarketsSarasota County is known for its delicious fresh produce, and it has some great farmer’s markets that you should visit. Phillippi Farmhouse Market takes place every Wednesday from October to April, from 9 am to 2 pm. Located at 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, south of Downtown Sarasota, it gathers together … [Read more...] about 15 Unmissable Attractions in Sarasota County, Florida
Going To Florida For A Vacation? Make Sure To Try These Mouthwatering Dishes
The state of Florida is famous for its delicious and unique cuisine. Florida holidays offer outstanding value for money that you simply cannot get from other destinations. Foodies will really be in their element in Florida. Here is a selection of local dishes that visitors are sure to love.Arroz Con PolloBlack Bean and Rice SaladShrimp with LemonGazpachoOrange and Cranberry Pork ChopsThe people of Florida love adding fresh fruit to their dishes and this is an enjoyable take on traditional pork chops. The cranberry and orange juice makes the pork very juicy and the dish is usually eaten with rice or mashed potatoes.Florida Orange PieThese are just a few of the delicious dishes that are waiting to be sampled in Florida. The abundant sunshine that the state is blessed with leads to a range of full flavoured fruits such as strawberries. The cuisine of Florida is heavily influenced by the Caribbean and one of the best ways to experience this is by indulging in a unique Floribbean barbecue … [Read more...] about Going To Florida For A Vacation? Make Sure To Try These Mouthwatering Dishes
Things to Do in Clearwater Beach, Florida
Clearwater Beach Things to Do Clearwater is known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque scenery? But there are also plenty of other things to do while visiting this area of the Gulf coast. Beach Appeal Clearwater Beach comes awesomely alive in spring and summer. It’s the ideal time to chill out on the beach, or play a lively game of volleyball. Stroll along the beach walk, grab some lunch, and stop for some ice cream. Want a more active beach-going experience? Try parasailing, mini-golf, or chartering a boat. Tired of tourists? Head down to South Beach where the locals live. While there, check out Bird Island, a small bird sanctuary. You will see a variety of magnificent birds. The sunsets on the beach at Clearwater are known for their beauty. In the evenings Pier 60 hosts live music in its pavilion, welcoming a variety of music styles. Boat Excursions Want to explore deeper waters? There are a number of boat excursions to choose from. … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Clearwater Beach, Florida
Biking Central Florida’s West Orange Trail
Author: JimmyBoi2Date of Trip: October 2010 Biking the West Orange Trail For Kay I’ve always been a child who drifted. It was hard for me to stay focused and alert much of the time, as I would drift off into daydreams or fantasies while teachers and people were trying to teach or talk to me. I realize now that it was a progressive hearing loss that was affecting me — since I couldn’t actually hear what was going on around me, why should I pay attention? And I kind of got the reputation for being naive, and dopey. I sat through numberless Broadway plays and musicals, not hearing much of what was happening onstage, though it was fine meeting and hearing Gloria Swanson backstage because she was IN MY FACE. As I grew older, everything became muffled, like I was listening to the Universe through wads of cotton. When I got hearing devices a few years ago, the world opened up and I could suddenly hear a pin drop. And I could hear trucks and cars and thunder and explosions … [Read more...] about Biking Central Florida’s West Orange Trail