Sarasota - Florida's Cultural City
Located roughly an hour south of Tampa, Sarasota is a booming small city on Florida's west coast. The city is well known for its top-rated beaches, its world-class resorts, its arts and theatre performances, as well as its connection to the famous Ringling family. In addition to the endless awards for its famous Siesta Key Beach, the city of Sarasota has received many awards and accoldaes for "Best Small City in America," "Best Small City to Retire In" and "Best Place to Buy Real Estate" by well-known publications including USA Today and WalletHub.
Founded in 1921, the city now has a year-round population 54,214 (Sarasota County population is 379,448) and this number increases greatly when in season (November thru April) when the many northerners, also known as "snowbirds" flock south to enjoy the warmer winter climate. Sarasota has long been a favorite Florida vacation destination for many. With its warm tropical waters and refreshing gulf breezes, Sarasota offers vacationers the perfect blend of warm Florida sunshine and endless outdoor activities.
Founded in 1921, the city now has a year-round population 54,214 (Sarasota County population is 379,448) and this number increases greatly when in season (November thru April) when the many northerners, also known as "snowbirds" flock south to enjoy the warmer winter climate. Sarasota has long been a favorite Florida vacation destination for many. With its warm tropical waters and refreshing gulf breezes, Sarasota offers vacationers the perfect blend of warm Florida sunshine and endless outdoor activities.