Sarasota Holidays

Spending your vacation time in Sarasota, Florida, means you will be able to spend just a little more time with your friends, family or loved one, as the sun stays up a little bit longer meaning you are able to enjoy the hot temperatures, beautiful blooming flowers, not to mention the wonderful, warm sea.

When you think about planning a vacation that is going to centre around beaches, most people consider only two seasons: Winter - to escape the cold climates at home, or summer - to take full advantage of the hot, hot heat. However, when it comes to Sarasota County this springtime is King. The weather is not as wishy-washy as it is in a lot of parts of the United States - rainy one moment, snowy the next, maybe some sunshine. In Sarasota County spring is the peak season of the year as the county is still flooded with all sorts of birds and animals who have migrated south for the winter, and this sees temperatures are warm enough to swim in, but still cool enough to be really refreshing and freeing as a means to cool down after spending a hot day on the boardwalk or on the beach. Spring-time in Sarasota is also home to many theatres and live music shows, as well as the ultimate fishing expedition: Tarpon.

Sarasota Beach

With over 35 km of beach, Sarasota is the perfect escape for any kind of vacation you are looking to have, especially a family-friendly one.

For a lovely family-friendly experience, visitors are encouraged to check out the recently redeveloped Siesta Key Beach. This beach now features a playground with Sandcastle theme, plenty of picnic areas, as well as quite a few concessions stands in case you did not feel like packing a lunch.

Do not worry, if you want a little more quiet gathering on the beach, Sarasota has you covered for that, as well. With the smaller beaches of Longboat Key to the North and Manatee Key, you will be able to find a more intimate beach experience, and also have access to numerous exceptional culinary experiences to round out your beach day.

Adventures in Sarasota

If you are looking for a little adventure also the beach, you might be pleased to know that Sarasota County is often referred to as the cultural capital of Florida's Gulf Coast. This has a lot to do with the brilliant performing arts scene that boasts award-winning Opera, ballet, and live theatre. Some of these have only seasonal runs, but places like the Venice Theatre and the Florida studio Theatre are open all-year round. There are also quite a few museums in the County. Perhaps the most invigorating if one being The Ringling, as it is a one-stop-shop combining art museum with a historic mansion and a Circus landmark. The museum is on a 66-acre yard and is located in the picturesque bayfront Sarasota Bay.

Sarasota Shopping

What is a vacation to Sarasota County without a little bit of high-end shopping? The warm weather will have you in the perfect mood to change up your wardrobe, and luckily enough there are many high-end boutiques, as well as more affordable but still chic retailers for you to do just that.