Casey Key Fish House
This waterfront tiki bar hosted the power boat race and the Sand Masters' victory sculpture.
801 Blackburn Point Road, Osprey, FL 34229
Hyatt Regency Hotel
The Sand Masters and their crew enjoyed their stay, and the lobby bar, at this newly renovated Sarasota bayside location.
1000 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34236
Siesta Beach
Boasting some of the world's finest, white sand, Siesta Key Public Beach extends a half-mile along the coast and is a favorite among sand sculptures.
948 Beach Rd Siesta Key, FL
Travel Channel's Pick:
Yoder's
If you have a sweet tooth check out this restaurant for homemade cherry, shoofly or peanut butter cream pie.
3434 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL 34239
Old Salty Dog
Travel Channel Recommends: Bring your dog and enjoy great seafood and beer at either Sarasota location. If you have a Man v. Food appetite, try the namesake Old Salty Dog, a foot-long hot dog, dipped in beer batter and deep-fried.
1601 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34236
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Travel Channel Recommends: Don't miss the massive orchid collection (over 6,000 specimens) at this educational Botanical Garden in Sarasota.
811 South Palm Avenue Sarasota, FL 34236
Myakka River State Park
Travel Channel Recommends: Just 20 miles east of downtown Sarasota, you can rent a canoe or kayak and spot bald eagles, ospreys and alligators as you paddle along.
13208 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL USA 34241