Whether or not Sarasota County is part of the Tampa Bay Area depends on who you ask, but no one will deny its influence in the area, notably the hot-spot destination city and waterfront of Sarasota. Other popular spots for visitors, residents, and retirees include North Port, Venice, Longboat Key, and unincorporated areas. Among its points of interest are the Ringling Museum of Art, several airports, plenty of museums and cultural spots, the “Shark Tooth Capital of the World”, and abundant nature.