Travel & Outdoors

Heat Reprieve

These Area Hotels Offer Pool Day Passes

No pool? No problem. Stay cool, meet out-of-towners and craft a staycation day this summer.

08/14/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Generation Climate

A New Organization Is Recruiting Florida Retirees to Fight Climate Change

With the launch of the Florida chapter of an organization called Third Act, older Americans are taking action to preserve our state's natural resources.

08/08/2023 By Matthew Gutierrez

The Survey Says...

Struggling Seagrass in Sarasota Bay Shapes up as an Environmental, Economic Worry

Acreage of underwater meadows have been in decline since 2016, raising concerns in an area with a lot floating on a healthy ecosystem.

08/07/2023 By Catherine Hicks

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Sarasota Tourism Is Still Going Strong

The latest numbers show that Sarasota County is still a fan favorite, welcoming more international travelers, with more future bright spots in the works.

07/25/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Going Naked

This Cortez Resident Lives Without Air Conditioning. Yes, Really.

"We do fine," she says.

07/07/2023 By Pam Daniel

Let's Go!

Go on a Vision Quest to Cassadaga

According to legend, the historic town vibrates on a higher spiritual plane than most places because it lies at the intersection of a significant latitude and longitude.

06/29/2023 By Isaac Eger

Let's Go!

Eight Florida Road Trips You Need to Take ASAP

We're ready to hit the road.

06/29/2023

Let's Go!

In St. Augustine, Take a Trip Back in Time

With a bevy of fun live music venues and festivals, hip bars and restaurants and plenty of historical sites to explore, this city is gorgeous, walkable and lively.

06/29/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Let's Go!

Kennedy Space Center Is a Top Reason to Visit the Space Coast

But there’s far more to see beyond that.

06/29/2023 By Bethany Ritz

Let's Go!

Experience the Lap of Luxury in Palm Beach

Ignore the politics. The island has so much to offer, from pristine beaches to world-class shopping and plenty of ways to relax and unwind.

06/29/2023 By Megan McDonald

Let's Go!

Island Hopping Is a Great Way to See The Florida Keys

There are so many places to explore along the way as you make the scenic drive south.

06/29/2023 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Let's Go!

Miami Is a Shock to the Senses—in a Good Way

This coastal metropolis of almost 6.5 million people is like no other big city in the Sunshine State, due to its international flair and the largest concentration of Latinos in the United States.

06/29/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Let's Go!

Gainesville Is More Than Just Sports

Although the UF campus is worth a stop, the history and natural wonders will make you wonder why you haven’t visited before.

06/29/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Let's Go!

The Nature Coast Offers Untouched Florida Splendor

Here, you can tour small Old Florida towns, swim with manatees and reconnect with, well, nature.

06/29/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Ice Cold

How to Pack the Perfect Beach Cooler

Head into the summer sun prepped and ready, but don't forget to sneak some Cheetos into your beach tote.

06/23/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Burning Question

Can You Eat Fruit a Squirrel Has Bitten?

Former editor-in-chief Pam Daniel—chagrined about losing out on fruit from her trees—aims to find out.

06/20/2023 By Pam Daniel

High Octane Tourism

The Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Returns to Lido Beach on June 30

Sarasota is the second longest-running powerboat grand prix in the United States.

06/14/2023 By Staff

Fighting Fire With Fire

Florida Is Burning, Too. Why Aren't Our Skies Orange?

“We set good fires, or else we get bad ones,” says Jay Bailey, Sarasota County’s wildfire mitigation officer.

06/09/2023 By Isaac Eger

We're No. 1!

Florida Is the Lightning Capital of the U.S. Here's How to Stay Safe During a Storm.

The danger isn’t because of some karmic retribution upon the residents of this state—it’s due to the density of our large population, our tropical weather and our outdoor culture.

06/06/2023 By Isaac Eger

No Frenzy Necessary

Want to Help Mote Staff, Learn Something and Have Fun? Try Shark Encounter.

Mote's Shark Encounter allows visitors to help Mote staff by feeding sharks every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m.

06/06/2023 By Rick Morgan

Sarasota Magazine

Travel & Outdoors

These Area Hotels Offer Pool Day Passes

A New Organization Is Recruiting Florida Retirees to Fight Climate Change

Struggling Seagrass in Sarasota Bay Shapes up as an Environmental, Economic Worry

Sarasota Tourism Is Still Going Strong

This Cortez Resident Lives Without Air Conditioning. Yes, Really.

Go on a Vision Quest to Cassadaga

Eight Florida Road Trips You Need to Take ASAP

In St. Augustine, Take a Trip Back in Time

Kennedy Space Center Is a Top Reason to Visit the Space Coast

Experience the Lap of Luxury in Palm Beach

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