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The St. Regis Just Opened a Luxe New Beach Escape—Here’s What Blew Me Away Most

This Florida property is sure to be the hottest hotel in Sarasota.

The secret’s out: St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is one of Sarasota’s best new luxury hotels. It’s sure to be a low-key escape for A-listers avoiding the Miami scene. Just shy of its one-year anniversary, the 18-acre property is the largest development on the island in over 50 years.

Nestled on Sarasota’s barrier island, the sprawling resort is a beachfront paradise. Upon my arrival, I couldn’t believe I was in Sarasota and not at an exclusive resort in the Caribbean. Of course, the St. Regis brand has a sterling reputation and is virtually synonymous with sumptuous accommodations, but I was floored by the attention to detail and level of sophistication.

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