December 2005 Issue ON THE BEACH 2006 Visitors Annual

Departments Alone at Last  Our roving reporter samples the glorious isolation of Musha Cay in the Bahamas. Art City  Museums and galleries for every taste. Curtains Up!  It's always showtime for Sarasota's lively arts scene. Downtown  A vibrant scene attracts a spirited mix of visitors and dwellers. Events Calendar 2006  Kay Kipling's guide to cultural and special events. From the Heart  Tony D'Souza's Peace Corps experience in Africa sparked a searing first novel. Getting and Spending  Shopping our shores yields treasures galore. Good Medicine  Your guide to healthcare services in Sarasota. Got Game!  Sarasota spells victory for athletes, fans and armchair quarterbacks. Higher Math  A bachelor's loft in a new Downtown building proves that it's hip to be square. How may I assist you?  Ritz-Carlton concierge Beth Price points guests in the right direction. Lap of Luxury  Water elements you'll do back flips for. Lido and Longboat Key  Seaside delights for strollers, sailors and shoppers. Room at the Top  Mr. Chatterbox's guide to Sarasota social climbing. SARASOTA's 10 Best Seafood Sensations  Our favorite dishes in town. Shopping for Art  A savvy Southwest Florida art consultant peruses the Sarasota galleries. Siesta Key  Bliss on the beach-and beyond. Star Attractions  Oh, the places you can go. Stay Awhile  Finding your home away from home. The Fab 52  Our editors pick a must-do local experience for every week of the year. Time Out  The fine art of doing nothing. Venice and Englewood  Small-town charm still beckons to our south.