"Located directly on Lido Beach, our tropical island paradise is easily accessible from downtown Sarasota over the new John Ringling Causeway. With 35 miles of white sand beaches complimented by an average year-round temperature of 71° F, this section of Florida's 'quieter' coast is a haven for sports lovers and culture buffs alike. To top it off, Sarasota was voted 'Best Small City' for 2000 and 'Best Places to Live' in 2001 by Money Magazine."