Every year, you have a couple of evenings when you and your family pile into the car to celebrate a milestone event. Perhaps you meet up with other loved ones or dear friends who you want to share the moment with. Inevitably, you struggle to decide which restaurant to head to in order to celebrate…
Read MoreSpending time in Sarasota at Selby Gardens
Whether you are making plans to visit Sarasota while on vacation this holiday season or you are trying to figure out how to spend some of your free time in your own hometown, you may consider spending a lovely afternoon exploring Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. This is one of the most beautiful and memorable attractions…
Read MoreLeave the cold, wet North for Sarasota
When snowy winter storms threaten to dampen life's outlook, it may be time to head for sunnier locales. Sarasota, situated between the cities of Tampa and Ft. Myers, is the ultimate in Florida beach vacations. Its temperate winter climate makes it a great place to enjoy outdoor activities that are normally reserved for the summer.…
Read MoreVisiting Sarasota?
There are plenty of things to do in downtown Sarasota. Visitors can spend the day shopping and then have a great dinner at Caragiulos. Women who need new clothing and footwear can find these items at Juno & Jove or Lotus. More footwear is available at T. Georgiano's Shoe Salon. Readers will enjoy browsing…
Read MoreSpend time in Sarasota, Florida
With its sunny skies, pleasant weather and vibrant arts scene, Sarasota is the perfect place to spend the winter. A city packed with everything from fine cultural attractions to beautiful beaches to some of Florida’s best shops and restaurants, Sarasota offers something for everyone to love. Those looking to escape the cold grip of…
Read MoreMake time for the Sarasota Blue's Fest
Sarasota Blues and Music Festival The Sarasota Blues and Music Festival is an amazing festival that is held in Sarasota, Fla. It is going to be on Sept. 29, 2012 at the Ed Smith Stadium. You can take your friends and family for a great day of blues music and a friendly atmosphere.…
Read MoreMake time for the Sarasota Blue’s Fest
Sarasota Blues and Music Festival The Sarasota Blues and Music Festival is an amazing festival that is held in Sarasota, Fla. It is going to be on Sept. 29, 2012 at the Ed Smith Stadium. You can take your friends and family for a great day of blues music and a friendly atmosphere.…
Read MoreCargiulos: 5 Favorite Activities on Siesta Key
A lovely resort island off the coast of Sarasota in western Florida, Siesta Key has miles of soft sandy beaches and much to do and see for the entire family. Here are 5 of the favorite activities to enjoy on Siesta Key: Browse the Village Visitors can take leisurely strolls through the…
Read MoreVisit St. Armands Circle in Sarasota and Dine at Caragiulos
Beautiful Sarasota on the western coast of Florida offers memorable days on the Gulf Coast. A host of unique boutique shops as well as Lido Beach are found close to St. Armands Circle. St. Armands Circle Shopping is diverse and the setting is fabulous, with Ringling statues and a park-like space in the center…
Read MoreBoats and Boating in Sarasota
Sarasota and boats have gone together forever. Whether your preference is sailing in the open waters or taking a kayak up a river, you'll find yourself in good company. There's a remarkable variety to the types of boating waters around Sarasota. You don't have to have your sea legs to enjoy boating in…
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