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I'm a northerner who has lived all over the north. However, since I was very little, I've always gone to Sarasota Florida, almost once a year. Both my grandparents and parents live down there, so I've sort of become an expert on things down there over the past couple decades!
- Pros:Laid back for Florida, great "diamond in the rough"
- Cons:Not a really "hip" place compared to Ybor or Miami
- In a nutshell:Great place for family or relaxing Florida vacation!
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If you don't mind the stigma of shopping at a used clothing store, check out the numerous goodwills around Sarasota.... more travel advice
Don't feed the birds!
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If you're on the beach and see the hundreds of gulls or other small bird life, you may be tempted to feed them some... more travel advice
Beach Tips
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Tourists go to Siesta Beaches, the locals go to Lido. You'll find Lido has ample parking and walking room when Siesta is... more travel advice
Jungle Gardens is a waste of time!
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Jungle Gardens is "trashy" Florida and is a tacky, expensive display of limited bird and wildlife. Go to Myakka State... more travel advice
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Comments (2)
I love the Blue Dolphin, I am in Sarasota on vacation twice per year and we always have breakfast here. Very nice portions, always a wait unless you are there by 8:00 am.
Jungle Gardens isn't "trashy". It's retro, baby. The birds are amzing, the snake thing is scary and the flora is sublime. Kidz love the place, too! Bring a phatty and wile away the afternoon.