Sarasota

Right on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota boasts pristine white-sand beaches, ideal for strolling, beachcombing, and swimming. Kayak or paddleboard through mysterious mangrove tunnels or spend the day fishing or golfing. As one of Florida’s primary Gulf Coast cities, Sarasota also offers fine dining, boutique shopping, and even circus excitement! The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art displays vintage costumes, wagons, and the world’s largest miniature circus. The Ringling family’s old home, the Ca’ d’Zan Mansion, is magnificent 56-room Venetian Gothic palace open for touring.