Tourism

'Cycleboat' to Begin Offering Siesta Key Tours

Sarasota's Sip-n-Cycle Cruises recently began offering tours departing from Siesta Key.

04/04/2018 By Staff

New hires

Food and Agricultural Sciences Office Names New Director

Sarasota County's University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension and Sustainability office recently hired Lee Hayes Byron.

04/04/2018 By Staff

Nature to Gallery

A Local Designer is Raising Awareness About Predatory Snakes in the Everglades

Nikki Sedacca and Dusty 'Wildman' Crum are using the skins of predatory Burmese pythons to create a line of jewelry and accessories.

03/28/2018 By Ashley Cooper

Only in Sarasota

Only in Sarasota: Tillandsia Warhol Wall

Illustrator John Pirman captures Andy Warhol’s spirit in Selby Gardens’ show Warhol: Flowers in the Factory.

03/28/2018 By John Pirman

Heat Index

Five Great Kayak Trips

A paddle pro shares best places to go. (Just be sure to call first.)

03/28/2018 By Ilene Denton

Get Buzzed

Sarasota Honey Co. Starts Free Beekeeping Classes

It's a labor of love for beekeeper Alma Johnson.

03/28/2018 By Megan McDonald

Ships Ahoy!

Five Great Florida Cruises

These fabulous trips will float your boat.

03/28/2018

Ships Ahoy!

No Kids, Poker or Umbrella Drinks on this Viking Sky Adventure

Great travel really is about the journey as much as the destination.

03/28/2018 By Pam Daniel

Ships Ahoy!

Five Great Florida Cruises

These fabulous trips will float your boat.

03/28/2018

Ships Ahoy!

What to Pack for a Cruise

Travel agent and cruise expert Lael Hazan’s must list.

03/28/2018 By Nancy Joy Cook

Ships Ahoy!

Tips for Finding a Value Cruise

You can increase your chances for a good deal with these tricks.

03/28/2018 By Nancy Joy Cook

Ships Ahoy!

Got Time? Try a One-Way Cruise to Europe

03/28/2018 By Trevor Cramer

Ships Ahoy!

Disney Blends Kid Fun with Grown-Up Appeal

It may come as a happy surprise that Disney ships are not floating theme parks.

03/28/2018 By Suzanne Rowan Kelleher

Ships Ahoy!

A Cuba Cruise is the Perfect Introduction to the Island Nation

Hola, Havana.

03/28/2018 By Kay Kipling

Ships Ahoy!

MSC Seaside Delivers Affordable Razzle Dazzle

The cruises are also a great option for families.

03/28/2018 By Pam Daniel

Sustainable Seas

Mote Scientist Contributes to Shark Trade Bill

The new legislation aims to reduce overfishing.

03/26/2018 By Staff

Swift Strides

Robinson Preserve Extension Complete

Swift Construction finished the project in time for next week's 5K/10K event.

03/20/2018 By Staff

Nature

More Than $1 Million Pledged to Braden River Preserve

Commission to vote on tax plan Wednesday.

03/19/2018 By Staff

Environment

Goodwill Diverted 41.2 Million Pounds of Goods From Landfills Last Year

The nonprofit's resale, recycling and salvage operations keep millions of pounds of junk out of landfills and also generate revenue for Goodwill and its partners.

03/15/2018 By Staff

Tourism

Sarasota a Top Destination for Spring Break Vacation Home Rentals

Sarasota ranks No. 5 in a list of the country's top 10 spring break vacation home rental destinations recently compiled by TurnKey Vacation Rentals.

03/13/2018 By Staff