By Sophie Spindler ‘28

Good morning from Sarasota! I started my day with breakfast and a sunny coffee walk with Eirini, one of our wonderful Tour Managers. We then took a group trip to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens where we learned about epiphytes and orchids. The property was beautiful, and I was happy to learn about all their conservation efforts!

We then boarded the bus and were dropped off for free time! I joined some other choristers at Publix for pub subs that we enjoyed at Siesta Key beach. The water and sun felt so nice compared to the Ithaca winters! We did cartwheels, we swam, we napped, and we had a lovely time.

After the beach, we made our way to Café Epicure for a group dinner. I got pasta and tiramisu which was delicious. We then boarded the bus and went back to the hotel. I chatted with friends, packed for Tallahassee, and went to sleep!