This is one of those regions that has it all — amazing art collections, gorgeous beaches, spectacular cuisine, off-beat entertainment and even circus stuff! It's an ideal destination for a family vacation or romantic getaway, with lots of activity choices. If you want to get READ MORE

This is one of those regions that has it all — amazing art collections, gorgeous beaches, spectacular cuisine, off-beat entertainment and even circus stuff! It's an ideal destination for a family vacation or romantic getaway, with lots of activity choices. If you want to get outdoors, this is just the place to enjoy the best nature has to offer: kayak through waterways edged with mangroves; mingle with feathered friends on a canopy walkway; and golf smooth fairways graced with majestic palms, white sand bunkers and native wildlife. Don't forget to take in the vibrant arts community: tap your toes to show-stopping numbers at a Broadway tour; get caught in the drama of powerful plays; let your spirits soar at the symphony and opera; be a part of the art at the colorful studios of an artists' colony; see works by the masters and relive the world of the big top at the Ringling Museum.

Sports fanatics unite! The area is home to an array of sporting events, from polo to Spring Training, you'll find entertainment for everyone in the family. Sarasota was home to the first golf course in the state (and one of the first in the country), and visitors can choose from an abundance of fantastic courses year-round.

On the Suncoast, your vacation is a perfect blend of elegance and laid-back fun: soft white-sand beaches, gorgeous Gulf sunsets, live theater, renowned museums, world-class shopping, historic attractions and outdoor adventures. Explore antique shops and galleries, dine on the waterfront and round out your evening with a starlit stroll along the beach.