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Center Your Chakras at These Serene Sarasota Yoga Spots: Part 1By Hannah M. If you are a yogi yearning for a secret spot to practice your skills on your Sarasota getaway, Southwest Florida is full of quiet corners perfect for finding inner peace. Siesta KeyBreathe easy and take a sweet savasana on Siesta Key’s healing white sand beaches! Siesta Key’s allure doesn’t end at the sparkling white sands; the sand takes on this appearance due to the uncommon composition - it’s almost completely quartz crystal, and said to have healing properties. Siesta Key is a favorite sage spot for the quartz crystal sand, as quartz crystals are natural energy conductors and said to be one of the highest vibratory minerals on the planet. South Lido KeyIf Siesta Key isn’t your scene and you are searching for a more serene way to spend the day, the southern end of Lido Key is the perfect private paradise. Plan your practice on nature’s platform...

7 Things We Love About Sarasota, FLFrom secret shops to manatees, what's not to love about Sarasota, FL? Whether it's your first visit to Sarasota or your fiftieth, there are many things to discover about this beloved county.Here are our top seven things we love about Sarasota:1. Foodie paradiseCatering to everyone from the vegans to the meat lovers, Sarasota has it all. If you're looking for the freshest vegetables in season, there are also plenty of local farmers markets where you can find delicious, artisanal goods. Our local Sarasota Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 7 a.m.–1 p.m. at Main Street and Lemon Avenue.2. Scenic adventures at the riverThe Manatee River is the perfect place to embrace nature and get up-close with wildlife for the afternoon. Go on nature tours, swim with manatees and have a picnic, among many more exciting opportunities to get some fresh, Florida air while at the river.3. The boat lifeOne of our top things to love about Sarasota,...