I have vacationed in Florida since I was little to visit family there, had my last family reunion there and got engaged there :) . Recently Morgie and I went to Sarasota and Anna Maria Island and here is some suggestions of fun things to do in that area.
In Sarasota + Surrounding Areas
* Visit Lido Beach , Sanibel and Siesta Key for the beautiful beaches with white powdery sand and great shells. These beaches are always in the top beaches for the country.
* For the kiddies or nature lover-
Mote Marine Aquarium - touch tank, sharks , manatees, eels oh my!
*Sarasota Jungle Gardens - I haven't been here in years but Kelly and I used to love the bird show and seeing the alligators.
* Ringling Museum
Great art and history. Lilly Pulitzer had an event there that looked amazing! http://blog.lillypulitzer.com/2011/02/09/ringling-museum-event-party-in-pink/
*St.Armands Circle
Full of great shopping with everything from tshirt shops to a Lilly Store . Also filled with many restaurants the Columbia ( try their 1905 salad, mojitos and sangria ) , Tommy Bahama Bar and Kilwins chocolate shop mmmm.
Mudda with Poseidon in St.Armands Circle
*Marina Jack's Restaurant
Great view of the ships , I would go here for the views and drinks.
Anna Maria Island
* Martiniville- drinks are a little pricey but are from fresh ingredients! Try the island taster that comes with ahi tuna, chicken satay and veggie spring rolls with a side of mango infused sweet potatoes. yummmm!
* The Sandbar restaurant
Scott proposed to me here after dinner. It is on the beach with many weddings occurring here.
* Sand Dollar
Best shop with beachy finds for the home and great inexpensive jewelry.
* Dcoy Ducks
Well this one may need a disclaimer. If you want to go to a place that's a smokey dive but alot of fun this is the place!
The island is great to explore for it's food, shopping and beaches and relaxation!
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