Must Do Sarasota Visitor Guide Winter/Spring 2018
Must Do Visitor Guides we believe the best experiences in life are better when shared, and so we do. Inside this Sarasota Winter/Spring 2018 issue, you will find over one hundred well-researched and carefully curated standout things to do so you can make the most of your visit. Everything from major attractions to awe-inspiring tours or family activities conveniently arranged in our Top 10 directories. Our dining and nightlife recommendations take the guesswork out of where to find a great meal or drink. You can make your experience here even more spectacular with our valuable deals and savings.
Must Do Visitor Guides we believe the best experiences in life are better when shared, and so we do. Inside this Sarasota Winter/Spring 2018 issue, you will find over one hundred well-researched and carefully curated standout things to do so you can make the most of your visit. Everything from major attractions to awe-inspiring tours or family activities conveniently arranged in our Top 10 directories. Our dining and nightlife recommendations take the guesswork out of where to find a great meal or drink. You can make your experience here even more spectacular with our valuable deals and savings.
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NITA ETTINGER<br />
WELCOME<br />
Welcome to <strong>Sarasota</strong>, Venice and the Gulf Islands!<br />
As an avid traveler, I know the great effort that goes into planning a fulfilling holiday. There are endless experiences<br />
to be had, but narrowing down the worthwhile activities can be a challenge. Let <strong>Must</strong> <strong>Do</strong> <strong>Visitor</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>s help you<br />
create a fun-filled agenda!<br />
At <strong>Must</strong> <strong>Do</strong> <strong>Visitor</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>s we believe the best experiences in life are better when shared, and so we do. Inside this<br />
<strong>Sarasota</strong> <strong>Winter</strong>/<strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2018</strong> issue, you will find over one hundred well-researched and carefully curated standout<br />
things to do so you can make the most of your visit. Everything from major attractions to awe-inspiring tours or<br />
family activities conveniently arranged in our Top 10 directories. Our dining and nightlife recommendations take the<br />
guesswork out of where to find a great meal or drink. You can make your experience here even more spectacular with<br />
our valuable deals and savings.<br />
Our website <strong>Must</strong><strong>Do</strong>.com is loaded with interesting photos and videos, discount offers from area businesses, and<br />
expanded local information including feature blog articles. There is always something going on, and our Events<br />
Calendar provides information about recurring and special community events, exhibits, festivals, and more. Be sure<br />
to follow us or share your experiences through our social media outlets. I am convinced you will find this <strong>Sarasota</strong><br />
<strong>Must</strong> <strong>Do</strong> visitor guide and our website invaluable and inspirational resources to fill your days<br />
with fun in the sun.<br />
I hope you have a memorable visit!<br />
Editor in Chief<br />
6 WINTER | SPRING <strong>2018</strong> <strong>Must</strong><strong>Do</strong>.com<br />
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Come Visit Our<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> Training Sessions!<br />
The Original<br />
Herrmann’s Royal<br />
December Lipizzan 14 – April Stallions 28<br />
Thursdays & Fridays 3:00 pm<br />
of Austria<br />
Saturdays 10:00 am<br />
Free Parking<br />
Come Visit Our <strong>Winter</strong> Training Sessions!<br />
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!<br />
January - March<br />
Thursdays & Fridays.........3:00pm<br />
Saturdays................................10:00am<br />
Your donation of $5 or more<br />
goes directly to the care of these<br />
magnificent stallions.<br />
FREE & Open To The Public<br />
(Your <strong>Do</strong>nations To Support This Art Are Graciously Accepted)<br />
January - March<br />
For More Information and Group Reservations Please<br />
Call 941-322-1501<br />
Exit 217<br />
Exit 310<br />
I-75<br />
SR 70<br />
Fruitville Rd<br />
12 mi<br />
Verna Rd<br />
The Original<br />
Herrmann’s Royal Herrmanns’ Royal<br />
Lipizzan Stallions<br />
of Lipizzan Austria Stallions of Austria<br />
Singletary<br />
RD 6 mi<br />
Betts Rd<br />
N<br />
Myakka<br />
City<br />
The Original<br />
Herrmann’s Royal<br />
Lipizzan Stallions<br />
of Austria<br />
Come Visit Our <strong>Winter</strong> Training Sessions!<br />
Thursdays & Fridays.........3:00pm<br />
Saturdays................................10:00am<br />
FREE & Open To The Public<br />
(Your <strong>Do</strong>nations To Support This Art Are Graciously Accepted)<br />
For More Information and Group Reservations Please<br />
Follow<br />
Call 941-322-1501 Us On<br />
For more information and group reservations please call 941-322-1501<br />
32755<br />
32755<br />
Singletary Road<br />
Singletary<br />
• Myakka City • www.herrmannslipizzan.com<br />
Road • Myakka City I-75 • www.hlipizzans.com N<br />
Exit 217<br />
Exit 310<br />
SR 70<br />
Fruitville Rd<br />
12 mi<br />
Verna Rd<br />
Singletary<br />
RD 6 mi<br />
Betts Rd<br />
Myakka<br />
City<br />
32755 Singletary Road • Myakka City • www.herrmannslipizzan.com<br />
Marietta Museum of<br />
Art & Whimsy<br />
We have created an environment to<br />
Inspire, Nurture Creative<br />
Expression, & Lift our Spirits.<br />
Open November 24, 2017 to May 26, <strong>2018</strong><br />
Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays 1pm-4pm<br />
Suggested <strong>Do</strong>nation $5<br />
Visit us at whimsymuseum.org or<br />
call 941-364-3399 for more information.<br />
2121 N. Tamiami Trl. | <strong>Sarasota</strong>, FL 34234
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