Where in the world can you find 5 star luxury at value, off-season prices?

The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota is so special that I wish I did not live close by. This property combines the sophistication of a vibrant city with a casual coastal lifestyle. It is the perfect escape, especially during shoulder season. There is golf on a Tom Fazio designed course. You can walk to the city or take a shuttle to the private Members Beach Club on lovely Lido Beach. I pop in for coffee or a memorable martini meticulously made by Peter, the well know mixologist.

A custom package is the most economical and inclusive way to experience the exceptional dining and luxurious spa, along with golf or/and a white sandy beach on the gulf of Mexico. The golf and spa package is called “Birdies and Back-rubs”.

Whether you come by car, moped or boat, there is always a warm welcome for your relaxing escape in paradise, any time of the year.

The Ritz Carlton
1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive
Sarasota, Florida 34236
Phone 941-309-2000
Fax 941-309-2100

I have also enjoyed the many amenities of the two Ritz-Carlton’s south of Sarasota in Naples, about a two-hour drive at the most.

Brenda C. Hill

Brenda Hill
Author: Brenda Hill

As a longtime food writer for Where Magazine New York City, Brenda Hill, along with her writing partner, Maralyn Hill (no relation), writes and publishes books about chefs, food and international travel. They co-authored "Our Love Affairs with Food & Travel" and joined French Master Chef Herve Laurent in writing "Cooking Secrets: The Why and How" Brenda has been active in the California Writer's Club, IFWTWA, and the Santa Barbara's Writers Conference. Brenda Hill and her partner Maralyn Hill conduct marketing and writing seminars. Maralyn and I will be heading back to Rancho La Puerta in July to give our presentation on writing and marketing your book, as well as bringing back some freshly picked off the farm nutritious and tasty recipes.