Issue link: http://viewer.e-digitaleditions.com/i/280246
With a year-round delightful climate, brilliant white beaches and sparkling blue waters, many travelers consider Sarasota and adjoining Longboat Key the ideal destination. These discerning guests come for an air of relaxed sophistication in a stunningly beautiful playground. Looking out into the vibrant waters of Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, you'll forget that life exists elsewhere. And although much of the daytime amusement occurs at the water's edge, there is a variety of exciting things to see and do around town. Explore the abundant artistic community in the city's renowned museums, theaters and galleries. Play 18 holes of golf on courses rated among America's best. Celebrate the gourmet lifestyle with a delectable meal at one of the city's top-rated restaurants. 301 789 41 Gulf of Mexico Lido Key Siesta Key Lockwood Ridge Rd. N. Tamiami Trail S. Tamiami Trail Oneco Holmes Beach Longboat Key Tallevast Cortez Bradenton Beach Bradenton Sarasota Bay Sarasota Sarasota Airport Manat e e R i ver Longboat K e y 0 3 miles 0 3 km 5 4 3 2 1 6 SARASOTA & LONGBOAT KEY AREA THE RESORT AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB o o o o H With an emphasis on privacy, exclusivity, and personalized service, this beachfront resort is a true luxury vacation destination. on-site amenities include challenging golf, har-tru tennis courts, six restaurants, a spa, fitness center, exercise studio, deep-water marina, "Kids Klub," watersports, and miles of white-sand beach. elegantly appointed accommodations feature kitchen facilities with washer/dryer, private balconies, and daily housekeeping service. aaa Four diamond. THE RITZ-CARLTON, SARASOTA o o o o o a stylish resort with city sophistication and island elegance. Featuring luxurious accommodations, award winning dining, famous personalized service and unlimited access to the spa, golf and beach club. conveniently located near the city center just minutes from champion ship golf, premier art venues, nature sanctuaries, distinctive shopping, fishing and water sports. aaa Five diamond. HYATT REGENCY SARASOTA o o o o delight in the beautiful Gulf coast weather as you swim through waterfalls gently splashing into the pool, or sip a glass of wine as you watch the sun set over our hotel's private marina. stroll leisurely to town for the theatre, shops and sightseeing, spend a day at the beach or head to st. armand's circle or long boat Key- all just minutes from hyatt regency sarasota. no matter what the occasion or time of year, we look forward to making your stay at our hotel truly remarkable. THE HELMSLEY SANDCASTLE HOTEL o o o located directly on 600 feet of private, white sand beach, this full- service resort offers two heated pools, two restaurants, lounge with entertainment and pool bar and free Wi-Fi. other amenities include watersports, gift shop, room service, and laundry facilities. close to world-famous shopping at st. armand's circle. Kids 18 and under stay free. LONGBOAT KEY SARASOTA 1 2 3 4 These fine hotels are also available: lido beach 5 holiday inn lido beach o o o 6 lido beach resort o o o Sarasota & Longboat Key Area 77