Sarasota has long been defined by its ultra-white sandy beaches and glittering sunsets. But just nine miles east of I-75, you’ll find an environment just as beautiful, an enormous swath of primal ...

When most people think of the Sarasota, Florida area, beaches usually come to mind—the beautiful white-sand variety, lined with warm, clear water. Most visitors don’t explore beyond the shore—or their ...

“Myakka River State Park, 17 miles east of Sarasota, Florida, is as popular during the winter months as during the summer. The park's scenic river, rendezvous of myriads of exotic birds, is a favorite ...

Update: Nathan Benderson Park reopened at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19. However, the playground remains closed. Two of the Bradenton-Sarasota area’s most popular parks remain closed to the public due to ...

You do not have to drive too far to escape Sarasota’s madding crowd, the traffic circles, the long lines, the plethora of high-rise buildings, the search for a parking place, et. al. Treat yourself to ...