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Recommendations:
Ed & Jena's Suggestions for Nearby ~ Transportation, Lodging, Restaurants, Shopping, & Excursions
Lodging
Best Western Plus is one of the closest economical hotels near the Prana Yoga and Health Center (3.2 miles) where we will be practicing and is one mile from Siesta Key Beach.
Ed and I have enjoyed the artistic spin this hotel offers. There are rotating artists that come through and guests are often encouraged to participate in making art. The roof top bar has a great view of the Sarasota skyline, day and night.
Prefer more of "home-like" accommodations? Check out various airbnb rentals nearby.
Beaches
Enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world with turquoise colored, warm gulf coast waters and white sandy beaches. Temperatures are still refreshing in October. Siesta Key Beach is the closest beach to the studio; here are other nearby beaches from North to South with public entrances:
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Anna Maria Island
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Holmes Beach
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Brandenton Beach
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Coquina Beach
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Lido Beach
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Long Boat Key
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Nokomis Beach
Restuarants
Sarasota is known for excellent cuisine, farm to table options, plenty of fresh seafood and has numerous dining options. Some of our favorites:
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Shore: St. Armands & Longboat Key Locations
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The Boat House (venue)
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Conner's Steak House
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Simons (Coffee/lunch)
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Isan (Thai)
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Siesta Key Oyster Bar
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Owen's Fish Camp
Shopping & Excursions
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St. Armands Circle
Siesta Key Village
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Ringling Musuem
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Big Cat Habitat
Rod and Reel Fishing
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