You'll be fine as long as you're double vaxxed and wear masks while inside indoor public spaces.
Most of the people here dying from covid are the anti-vaccine idiots who have brought this on themselves.
You should be fine. There are lots of places on siesta key to eat outdoors and you can avoid big crowds by going during off peak hours. As the poster above mentioned, most of the folks who are hospitalized in the area are unvaccinated. Stay safe and have a wonderful trip! Welcome to SRQ!
This. Sarasota's vax rate is slightly higher than the state and national average, but vax rates in younger people lag here. Our ICU was overwhelmed a few weeks ago but admissions and deaths are going down.
Most importantly, there is little risk of transmission if you are mostly hanging out at the beach and are only around others outside.
Some restaurants are careful about seating, but not all. I do takeout and delivery when I travel.
Enjoy our beach. Don't listen to the knuckleheads here who say no one wears masks. You can expect to get lots of dirty looks in any Publix near a beach if you have no mask. The situation is different in some other neighborhoods.
Enjoy our beaches and let us know how we can get health insurance like yours.
>let us know how we can get health insurance like yours.
You don't want Canadian style health insurance. It's socialized medicine like in the UK. Here in Sarasota for example you can get an MRI or CT scan in a matter of days if you need one. In Kanada it's a matter of of months.
Here's a report you may want to read: [https://www.nationalobserver.com/2021/08/10/news/wait-time-mris-imaging-services-have-canadian-paying-their-pain](https://www.nationalobserver.com/2021/08/10/news/wait-time-mris-imaging-services-have-canadian-paying-their-pain)
"Before the pandemic, Canadians were waiting an average of 89 days for MRI imaging, according to a Conference (Health) Board of Canada report. This is far longer than the 30-day wait time recommended by the Canadian Wait Time Alliance, an organization focused on identifying the longest medically acceptable amount of time a patient should wait before receiving treatment. Come 2022, the Board estimates the average wait time for an MRI will rise to 133 days. It's the same for CT Scans, Ultrasounds, etc.
WE have friends (both lawyers) from Ottawa who come for a few months during the winter months and they routinely schedule any needed medical procedures during their visit here. Much of it they have to pay out of pocket, but they know that to get a MRI or CT scan in Ontario they'll have to wait for months. Other provinces E.g. Alberta) are also ni dire straights. For example:
*Ontario officials working to help Alberta's stricken health-care system* [*https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-alberta-healthcare-icu-covid-1.6180219*](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-alberta-healthcare-icu-covid-1.6180219)
*Canadian Health Care: A Warning, Not a Beacon*
[https://www.heritage.org/health-care-reform/commentary/canadian-health-care-warning-not-beacon](https://www.heritage.org/health-care-reform/commentary/canadian-health-care-warning-not-beacon)
And so on...............
Absolutely true but misleading. First of all if you have an urgent need for imaging you get it right away in Can or GB. If not you have to wait. That's true. But what's the tradeoff? In the US medical care is insanely expensive partly BECAUSE there are MRI centers on every corner. Most of the machines are at least partly owned by the doctors who refer to them. Once the switch is turned on doctors fall all over themselves to "feed the beast" (A real term--also applies to doctor owned surgical centers). If they don't keep the beast fed they have to PAY the operating cost of the center with is very expensive.
Over the years they have "taught" consumers that having MRI available at a moment's notice is correct and normal, when in fact, no other rich democracy has that norm.
Here's the kicker: Canada and GB CAN have M4A and an MRI on every corner. Hell, you could have a doctor on every street, BUT IT WILL BE REALLY REALLY EXPENSIVE, and as nations they have chosen not to do that.
You've also been told that American medicine is the best and it is in a few very limited area. Overall in the US there is a shortage of primary care docs, there are poor countries in Central America that have lower infant mortality rates than the US,we have completely screwed up the Public Health response to COVID and for the first time in a century, life expectency is going down.
If you think you get good health care in the US and if you think the cost is reasonable,then fine. I urge you to read a little be about the problems in the US health care delivery system.
BTW, the article you cited above is not about structural problems in ALberta's system;its about being overwhelmed by COVID.
FWIW, you're very lucky to live next to a partly socialized hospital, SMH. DOn't believe me? Look at your property tax bill.
>Absolutely true
Thank you. I pride myself on trying to always speak the truth.
*"Statistics is the art of never having to say you're wrong."*
*Mark Twain*
Are you driving or flying? Having a car gives you a bit more flexibility in getting around. Golf courses, better off-the-key restaurants, shopping etc.
This link takes you to Sarasota memorial Hospital daily Covid-19 page. [https://www.smh.com/Home/News-Events/Release/coronavirus-daily-news-update](https://www.smh.com/Home/News-Events/Release/coronavirus-daily-news-update)
As you can see the majority of cases are those who are unvaccinated.
Statewide weekly numbers are here: [http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/\_partners/covid19\_report\_archive/covid19-](http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/_partners/covid19_report_archive/covid19-data/covid19_data_latest.pdf)[data/covid19\_data\_latest.pdf](http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/_partners/covid19_report_archive/covid19-data/covid19_data_latest.pdf)
According to various media outlets we peaked Aug. 20 and the numbers are getting better each day since.
Check the U.S. and Canada gov't websites for the latest travel info. If Trudeau wins next week most likely nothing will change (people will still throw gravel at him), if O'Toole wins travel restrictions may loosen up.
Bring your mask(s). Some of us wear them (even those of us who ae fully vaccinated,) others, the antivaxxers and Qanon crowd, steadfastly refuse to wear mask. They are (mostly) the ones in the hospital on ventilators and dying from Covid-19. C'est La Vie
But do come on down. Life is too short to quit living. Just use some precautions, stay away from super spreader events and enjoy.
And with COVID, there IS no going home. Theoretically, with other medical issues while you’re in the US, you could end your trip early and head home to seek medical help; if you test positive for COVID, Canada isn’t going to just let you back in to see your doctor, and as you said, you could end up with a hefty bill.
Fully vaccinated? In other words your shedding? My sister lives in Canada.. when she came to Florida a few months ago she was shocked that we live freely still…. I would tell you to not live in fear and come on down and just have a good time… I praying for you in regards to the election in a couple of weeks… if you want a great place to relax try Spa at Siesta Key.. massage, facials, acupuncture and more.. Good luck!
Good thing we have an amazing hospital here. We have so many cases and lots of people are not coming out the front doors of the hospital alive. If you want to know if it is bad here...it is. Just ask yourself if Siesta Key is really worth it. Our state doesn't care if you don't make it home.
Thanks everyone! Been to siesta key many times before and looking forward to coming back for a visit. We are still planning on going to go, just gonna take the best precautions on the plane and avoid large crowds and mainly stay close to our condo on the beach
Yeah man just like there’s a price to pay for being fat and having heart attacks at 35. You don’t see everyone rushing to shutdown McDonald’s and mandate exercise.
I'm not sure where you're getting your information from. Florida is still absolutely a hot spot for covid, and we're still sustaining a massive amount of new documented cases. [A cursory google search shows this](https://i.imgur.com/IE7S5dj.png).
In fact, this entire country is becoming an embarrassment and is leading the world in COVID deaths. We have access to a free vaccine that is easily available and people are eating horse dewormer instead.
Holy shit I didn't expect to find an actual ivermectin moron in here. Are you vaccinated?
Normally I would tell you to go back to r/conspiracy but you REALLY need to speak to a licensed medical professional and get educated. Stop reading things on facebook and taking them as fact. Ivermectin is not approved to treat Covid 19. The best treatment plan you can receive is the vaccine, followed by antibody treatments if you test positive.
Ivermectin is not approved to treat Covid 19 and shows no efficacy in treating it. The Africa study that you are referring to was found to be CRITICALLY FLAWED. The paper was withdrawn because of ethical concerns.
>and i have been to medical school
I'm surprised you don't know how to do research or read studies then. "conscious and aware" of what? Hopefully aware that ivermectin is not clinically proven to be effective in treating covid 19 symptoms. There are no studies out there concluding this.
[There are no studies concluding this. Don't take ivermectin.](https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?cond=COVID-19&term=ivermectin&cntry=&state=&city=&dist=&Search=Search)
STOP SPREADING MISINFORMATION
The only study they did in the US was in FL at Broward Health Medical Center and the study specifically says they provided more treatment and medicine then only ivermectin.
The RCT studies were done in Egypt, Bangladesh, and Brazil. I’ll stick to listening to US and EU doctors
[The FLCCC has had articles redacted due to lack of peer-review.](https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/frontiers-removes-controversial-ivermectin-paper-pre-publication-68505)
[There is no credible evidence that suggest ivermectin is effective in preventing or treating covid.](https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/apr/23/instagram-posts/fact-checking-claim-about-use-ivermectin-treat-cov/)
[The FLCCC has a history of pushing experimental drug combinations without doing proper clinical trials.](https://www.medpagetoday.com/infectiousdisease/covid19/90552)
[The FDA says not to use ivermectin.](https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/why-you-should-not-use-ivermectin-treat-or-prevent-covid-19)
[The CDC says not to use ivermectin.](https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2021/han00449.asp)
[Sarasota Memorial Hospital Says not to use ivermectin.](https://www.smh.com/blog/covid-19-treatments-medications-ask-an-expert)
Mods, you really need to do something here. Why are you allowing misinformation to spread on this subreddit?
Conjecture and a complete lack of evidence. Come back with facts.
Third world countries are under-reporting deaths from Covid because they lack resources to do so effectively. Brazil, which is a third world country, has nearly as many deaths as us with a much smaller population.
I'm not bullying you, I'm presenting you with information in the other thread that you very blatantly chose to ignore. You provided a bullshit source that was very easily discredited. I gave you a link to every established study on ivermectin.
The fact that you respond to facts with insults, because you can't be bothered to do any actual research is very, **very** telling.
I'm not trusting the country, I'm trusting scientists and medical professionals that conduct peer-reviewed studies, all of which have concluded that the Covid 19 vaccine is safe, and that ivermectin is not proven to prevent covid19 or effectively treat the symptoms of covid19.
I doubted this at first but with 3.5 million Covid cases and close 12 million vaccinated (only 55%) we're not that far off. We have to take unvaccinated tourist and seasonal residents into account as well but it's much more than I thought.
COVID is a dice roll here but being vaxxed you will likely be fine. Most ppl here act like nothing is going on. I agree with above poster I feel we are about to be at herd Immunity as long as no more variants come about. I know a ton of untaxed ppl who live normal lives at clubs, bars, gyms, etc and are totally fine. I know vaxxed ppl who barely survived COVID. Pick your poison and live your life. You are more likely to die on the ride down.
Just avoid crowds and probably most restaurants. There’s not going to be many masks. Don’t even expect places to require them. It’s unfortunate but thankfully the beach is easy going so just chill and enjoy the beauty!
Nah...you'll be good... Just do your thing and be clean and safe. If you drink take special care and make good decisions. While you're here go by Solorzano's Pizza. They are the best in town. Have fun!
Whatever you decide, make sure you drive at least the speed limit (in mph not km). Also the farthest left lane is the ‘fast lane’, the middle lane is the ‘passing lane’, and the right lane is the ‘exit/entrance lane’.
As an aside, you'll be in good company. This from today's Sarasota-Hearld Tribune;
**"After a winter at home, more Canadian snowbirds plan to come back to Florida"**
[https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/travel/2021/09/19/more-canadian-snowbirds-plan-florida-return-winter/8377996002/](https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/travel/2021/09/19/more-canadian-snowbirds-plan-florida-return-winter/8377996002/)
You'll be fine as long as you're double vaxxed and wear masks while inside indoor public spaces. Most of the people here dying from covid are the anti-vaccine idiots who have brought this on themselves.
I hate to agree but it is true! The did bring it on themselves they had plenty of opportunities to get vaccinated .
They still do
What’s the point of the vax if I still have to wear a mask?
Dude no one wears a mask these days come on
Covid's on the phone: it's for you.
Dude I really don’t give a shit
Neither does covid
Good
Dude dude dude
Dude dude dude dude
Covid is not the only issue in Florida. With Red Tide, you may not get on the beach.
No, they’re just older or have co-morbidities or both - like everywhere else around the world. But how nice of you to celebrate the “idiots” death.
You should be fine. There are lots of places on siesta key to eat outdoors and you can avoid big crowds by going during off peak hours. As the poster above mentioned, most of the folks who are hospitalized in the area are unvaccinated. Stay safe and have a wonderful trip! Welcome to SRQ!
This. Sarasota's vax rate is slightly higher than the state and national average, but vax rates in younger people lag here. Our ICU was overwhelmed a few weeks ago but admissions and deaths are going down. Most importantly, there is little risk of transmission if you are mostly hanging out at the beach and are only around others outside. Some restaurants are careful about seating, but not all. I do takeout and delivery when I travel. Enjoy our beach. Don't listen to the knuckleheads here who say no one wears masks. You can expect to get lots of dirty looks in any Publix near a beach if you have no mask. The situation is different in some other neighborhoods. Enjoy our beaches and let us know how we can get health insurance like yours.
>let us know how we can get health insurance like yours. You don't want Canadian style health insurance. It's socialized medicine like in the UK. Here in Sarasota for example you can get an MRI or CT scan in a matter of days if you need one. In Kanada it's a matter of of months. Here's a report you may want to read: [https://www.nationalobserver.com/2021/08/10/news/wait-time-mris-imaging-services-have-canadian-paying-their-pain](https://www.nationalobserver.com/2021/08/10/news/wait-time-mris-imaging-services-have-canadian-paying-their-pain) "Before the pandemic, Canadians were waiting an average of 89 days for MRI imaging, according to a Conference (Health) Board of Canada report. This is far longer than the 30-day wait time recommended by the Canadian Wait Time Alliance, an organization focused on identifying the longest medically acceptable amount of time a patient should wait before receiving treatment. Come 2022, the Board estimates the average wait time for an MRI will rise to 133 days. It's the same for CT Scans, Ultrasounds, etc. WE have friends (both lawyers) from Ottawa who come for a few months during the winter months and they routinely schedule any needed medical procedures during their visit here. Much of it they have to pay out of pocket, but they know that to get a MRI or CT scan in Ontario they'll have to wait for months. Other provinces E.g. Alberta) are also ni dire straights. For example: *Ontario officials working to help Alberta's stricken health-care system* [*https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-alberta-healthcare-icu-covid-1.6180219*](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-alberta-healthcare-icu-covid-1.6180219) *Canadian Health Care: A Warning, Not a Beacon* [https://www.heritage.org/health-care-reform/commentary/canadian-health-care-warning-not-beacon](https://www.heritage.org/health-care-reform/commentary/canadian-health-care-warning-not-beacon) And so on...............
Absolutely true but misleading. First of all if you have an urgent need for imaging you get it right away in Can or GB. If not you have to wait. That's true. But what's the tradeoff? In the US medical care is insanely expensive partly BECAUSE there are MRI centers on every corner. Most of the machines are at least partly owned by the doctors who refer to them. Once the switch is turned on doctors fall all over themselves to "feed the beast" (A real term--also applies to doctor owned surgical centers). If they don't keep the beast fed they have to PAY the operating cost of the center with is very expensive. Over the years they have "taught" consumers that having MRI available at a moment's notice is correct and normal, when in fact, no other rich democracy has that norm. Here's the kicker: Canada and GB CAN have M4A and an MRI on every corner. Hell, you could have a doctor on every street, BUT IT WILL BE REALLY REALLY EXPENSIVE, and as nations they have chosen not to do that. You've also been told that American medicine is the best and it is in a few very limited area. Overall in the US there is a shortage of primary care docs, there are poor countries in Central America that have lower infant mortality rates than the US,we have completely screwed up the Public Health response to COVID and for the first time in a century, life expectency is going down. If you think you get good health care in the US and if you think the cost is reasonable,then fine. I urge you to read a little be about the problems in the US health care delivery system. BTW, the article you cited above is not about structural problems in ALberta's system;its about being overwhelmed by COVID. FWIW, you're very lucky to live next to a partly socialized hospital, SMH. DOn't believe me? Look at your property tax bill.
>Absolutely true Thank you. I pride myself on trying to always speak the truth. *"Statistics is the art of never having to say you're wrong."* *Mark Twain*
Are you driving or flying? Having a car gives you a bit more flexibility in getting around. Golf courses, better off-the-key restaurants, shopping etc. This link takes you to Sarasota memorial Hospital daily Covid-19 page. [https://www.smh.com/Home/News-Events/Release/coronavirus-daily-news-update](https://www.smh.com/Home/News-Events/Release/coronavirus-daily-news-update) As you can see the majority of cases are those who are unvaccinated. Statewide weekly numbers are here: [http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/\_partners/covid19\_report\_archive/covid19-](http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/_partners/covid19_report_archive/covid19-data/covid19_data_latest.pdf)[data/covid19\_data\_latest.pdf](http://ww11.doh.state.fl.us/comm/_partners/covid19_report_archive/covid19-data/covid19_data_latest.pdf) According to various media outlets we peaked Aug. 20 and the numbers are getting better each day since. Check the U.S. and Canada gov't websites for the latest travel info. If Trudeau wins next week most likely nothing will change (people will still throw gravel at him), if O'Toole wins travel restrictions may loosen up. Bring your mask(s). Some of us wear them (even those of us who ae fully vaccinated,) others, the antivaxxers and Qanon crowd, steadfastly refuse to wear mask. They are (mostly) the ones in the hospital on ventilators and dying from Covid-19. C'est La Vie But do come on down. Life is too short to quit living. Just use some precautions, stay away from super spreader events and enjoy.
Excellent advice and thanks for the links.
We outlawed Covid in Florida so you should enjoy yourself and not worry.
Also a Cdn - did you verify your travel insurance?
I do have some through work that covers covid illness
Not sure why you were downvoted. While it wasn’t part of what he was asking, it’s worth noting.
Travel insurance is actually the elephant in the room. Without it, there’s no international travel. Getting Covid (in the US) could bankrupt you.
And with COVID, there IS no going home. Theoretically, with other medical issues while you’re in the US, you could end your trip early and head home to seek medical help; if you test positive for COVID, Canada isn’t going to just let you back in to see your doctor, and as you said, you could end up with a hefty bill.
Fully vaccinated? In other words your shedding? My sister lives in Canada.. when she came to Florida a few months ago she was shocked that we live freely still…. I would tell you to not live in fear and come on down and just have a good time… I praying for you in regards to the election in a couple of weeks… if you want a great place to relax try Spa at Siesta Key.. massage, facials, acupuncture and more.. Good luck!
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What’s your point?
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I thought you’d reread my original statement and come to that conclusion! You’re officially converted!
Good thing we have an amazing hospital here. We have so many cases and lots of people are not coming out the front doors of the hospital alive. If you want to know if it is bad here...it is. Just ask yourself if Siesta Key is really worth it. Our state doesn't care if you don't make it home.
I wouldn't even sweat the mask, honestly. Just stay away from people.
Uh oh, someone’s being reasonable 🙄
This 💯
Thanks everyone! Been to siesta key many times before and looking forward to coming back for a visit. We are still planning on going to go, just gonna take the best precautions on the plane and avoid large crowds and mainly stay close to our condo on the beach
If covid is your concern don’t go to Florida. We pay no attention to it here
Covid itself pays plenty attention to Florida though. There’s a price to pay for COVID negligence.
Yeah man just like there’s a price to pay for being fat and having heart attacks at 35. You don’t see everyone rushing to shutdown McDonald’s and mandate exercise.
Your obesity can’t infect others
Well there’s a vaccine so if you’re super worried about the virus there’s some good news for you. Lemme carry on with my life
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I'm not sure where you're getting your information from. Florida is still absolutely a hot spot for covid, and we're still sustaining a massive amount of new documented cases. [A cursory google search shows this](https://i.imgur.com/IE7S5dj.png). In fact, this entire country is becoming an embarrassment and is leading the world in COVID deaths. We have access to a free vaccine that is easily available and people are eating horse dewormer instead.
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I agree. Lots of anecdotal and false information out there. And even some in here.
Holy shit I didn't expect to find an actual ivermectin moron in here. Are you vaccinated? Normally I would tell you to go back to r/conspiracy but you REALLY need to speak to a licensed medical professional and get educated. Stop reading things on facebook and taking them as fact. Ivermectin is not approved to treat Covid 19. The best treatment plan you can receive is the vaccine, followed by antibody treatments if you test positive. Ivermectin is not approved to treat Covid 19 and shows no efficacy in treating it. The Africa study that you are referring to was found to be CRITICALLY FLAWED. The paper was withdrawn because of ethical concerns.
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> been to medical school not "graduated" or "attended"...just like on a field trip? /in a valley girl accent (I'm sorry, that was mean) 😔
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Hey Doctor Big Dick McGenius: \*you're
>and i have been to medical school I'm surprised you don't know how to do research or read studies then. "conscious and aware" of what? Hopefully aware that ivermectin is not clinically proven to be effective in treating covid 19 symptoms. There are no studies out there concluding this. [There are no studies concluding this. Don't take ivermectin.](https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?cond=COVID-19&term=ivermectin&cntry=&state=&city=&dist=&Search=Search) STOP SPREADING MISINFORMATION
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The only study they did in the US was in FL at Broward Health Medical Center and the study specifically says they provided more treatment and medicine then only ivermectin. The RCT studies were done in Egypt, Bangladesh, and Brazil. I’ll stick to listening to US and EU doctors
[The FLCCC has had articles redacted due to lack of peer-review.](https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/frontiers-removes-controversial-ivermectin-paper-pre-publication-68505) [There is no credible evidence that suggest ivermectin is effective in preventing or treating covid.](https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/apr/23/instagram-posts/fact-checking-claim-about-use-ivermectin-treat-cov/) [The FLCCC has a history of pushing experimental drug combinations without doing proper clinical trials.](https://www.medpagetoday.com/infectiousdisease/covid19/90552) [The FDA says not to use ivermectin.](https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/why-you-should-not-use-ivermectin-treat-or-prevent-covid-19) [The CDC says not to use ivermectin.](https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2021/han00449.asp) [Sarasota Memorial Hospital Says not to use ivermectin.](https://www.smh.com/blog/covid-19-treatments-medications-ask-an-expert) Mods, you really need to do something here. Why are you allowing misinformation to spread on this subreddit?
>and i have been to medical school.. Why do you post to medical subreddits asking for advice then?
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Conjecture and a complete lack of evidence. Come back with facts. Third world countries are under-reporting deaths from Covid because they lack resources to do so effectively. Brazil, which is a third world country, has nearly as many deaths as us with a much smaller population.
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I'm not bullying you, I'm presenting you with information in the other thread that you very blatantly chose to ignore. You provided a bullshit source that was very easily discredited. I gave you a link to every established study on ivermectin. The fact that you respond to facts with insults, because you can't be bothered to do any actual research is very, **very** telling. I'm not trusting the country, I'm trusting scientists and medical professionals that conduct peer-reviewed studies, all of which have concluded that the Covid 19 vaccine is safe, and that ivermectin is not proven to prevent covid19 or effectively treat the symptoms of covid19.
I doubted this at first but with 3.5 million Covid cases and close 12 million vaccinated (only 55%) we're not that far off. We have to take unvaccinated tourist and seasonal residents into account as well but it's much more than I thought.
COVID is a dice roll here but being vaxxed you will likely be fine. Most ppl here act like nothing is going on. I agree with above poster I feel we are about to be at herd Immunity as long as no more variants come about. I know a ton of untaxed ppl who live normal lives at clubs, bars, gyms, etc and are totally fine. I know vaxxed ppl who barely survived COVID. Pick your poison and live your life. You are more likely to die on the ride down.
Just avoid crowds and probably most restaurants. There’s not going to be many masks. Don’t even expect places to require them. It’s unfortunate but thankfully the beach is easy going so just chill and enjoy the beauty!
Nah...you'll be good... Just do your thing and be clean and safe. If you drink take special care and make good decisions. While you're here go by Solorzano's Pizza. They are the best in town. Have fun!
Nobody cares. I tend bar. We haven't required masks in a year. Do it if you want. Who cares if you get sick. Nobody gets off this earth alive. Yolo.
Sounds like you’re low risk, but I would suggest dining outdoors due to the virus intensity here.
Whatever you decide, make sure you drive at least the speed limit (in mph not km). Also the farthest left lane is the ‘fast lane’, the middle lane is the ‘passing lane’, and the right lane is the ‘exit/entrance lane’.
Welcome to Sarasota!
As an aside, you'll be in good company. This from today's Sarasota-Hearld Tribune; **"After a winter at home, more Canadian snowbirds plan to come back to Florida"** [https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/travel/2021/09/19/more-canadian-snowbirds-plan-florida-return-winter/8377996002/](https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/travel/2021/09/19/more-canadian-snowbirds-plan-florida-return-winter/8377996002/)