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Hugging the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota and Manatee counties contain some of the best beaches in the country, a bunch of great parks and nature preserves, lots of fun things to do each weekend and a vibrant arts scene. For many of us, though, the rich restaurant and bar scene is also a key reason we call this particular waterfront corner of sunny Florida home.
Our celebrity chefs include James Beard nominees Steve Phelps of Indigenous in downtown Sarasota and José Martinez of Maison Blanche on Longboat Key. Maison Blanche has also been inducted to Florida Trend magazine s venerable Golden Spoon Hall of Fame alongside Sarasota-Manatee standouts Beach Bistro on Anna Maria Island, Euphemia Haye on Longboat Key, Michael’s On East in Sarasota, and Selva Grill in downtown Sarasota.
The Manatee County fireworks will be launched over the Manatee River and can be viewed over the Green Bridge, with the show beginning when darkness falls. Palmetto s annual free Fourth of July festival at Sutton Park will also return this year, with country singer Wynonna Judd s group Wynonna & The Big Noise set to be this year s musical headliner, said Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency director Jeff Burton.
Venice s fireworks will be shot from the South Jetty shortly after 9 p.m. and last around 30 minutes. The South Jetty and Jetty Jacks refreshment deck will be closed July 3-4, but the fireworks display can be viewed on area beaches from Caspersen to Nokomis and other locations around Venice.
16 Dreamy Beach Houses to Book on Airbnb, From California to Hawaii
Counting the days to your next vacation? Here s your excuse to daydream about the perfect beach escape.
Jun 1st, 2021
Dreaming about your future beach trip is easy, but choosing the right beach house on Airbnb can feel daunting. It takes time to choose the perfect vacation spot. Thankfully, we know a few coastal getaways that stay mild and temperate all year round. If you’re willing to think long-term and plan your trip well in advance, you might just have a charming sea cottage to look forward to.
So, here’s your excuse to fantasise a little. We’ve combed through the dreamiest shores across the