Sarasota was once known primarily as a vacation or retirement destination. Today Sarasota is home to tremendous diversity. A great year-round climate, a thriving cultural community, abundant leisure time activities and excellent schools attract creative entrepreneurs, outdoor enthusiasts, talented professionals and civic visionaries who want to live and thrive in a vibrant community.

There's always something exciting going on in Sarasota. Beaches, boating, golf, dining, shopping, theater...sophisticated, casual, upscale or eco-friendly, it's all just minutes away.

Each area of Sarasota County offers its own unique personality. The City of Sarasota, features an active downtown and arts district, though retains a friendly, small town feel.  Longboat Key's manicured beach resorts and condos also offer world-class tennis, golf and dining, while retaining a bit of Old Florida charm. Laid-back Siesta Key has the feel of a tropical island, sugar white sand beaches, officially designated "the whitest, finest beach sand in the world," while St. Armand's Circle offers up gourmet restaurants, upscale shopping and one-of-a-kind items from around the world.

No matter what your age, stage, or interest...there's much to offer in Sarasota and her surrounding communities.