Sarasota is the ultimate Florida destination.  It is a tropical paradise and a wonderful place to live and vacation.  There is a huge cultural presence, very low crime and some of the most beautiful white beaches in the world. 

There are a great many wonderful hotels, restraunts, golf courses and marinas. 

The cultural aspects include the Asolo Repertory Theatre where world class theatre is performed and a thriving arts community with many high end art stores downtown.

The Selby Botanical Gardens is located in Sarasota. This is a tropical botanical garden displaying many plants in the outdoors as they can survive in Sarasota's warm climate.