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December 14, 2020Why You Should Head South for the Holidays
Perfect white snow falling on Christmas morning is the picturesque stereotype that comes to mind this time of year, but here in Siesta Key, we have sun and sand all year long. While the holidays in Florida may not look like a white Christmas depicted…December 7, 2020More Cowbell! Siesta Key’s Drum Circle
The Siesta Key Drum Circle is a bit of a mystical experience amidst the thriving, bustling tourism that tends to define the Sarasota area. Every Sunday evening, about an hour before sunset, drummers and other rhythmic artists appear on the white, powdery sands of…November 30, 2020Is the Water in the Gulf Cold?
Even as the U.S. crawls into its winter months, Florida’s tropical climate makes it a great escape from cold weather, allowing people who are used to the below-freezing temperatures up north to have some fun in the sun this holiday season. Northerners coming down to…November 24, 2020How To See Dolphins on the Gulf Coast
Part of the excitement of visiting the Florida Gulf Coast is taking in the amazing scenery and wildlife found in this area. The beaches are rife with beautiful examples of nature hard at work, from seashells to sea turtles, from frothy waves to powder-soft sand…November 16, 2020Why You Should Visit Crescent Beach – Access Point 12
While the white, sandy beaches of Florida’s west coast are hard to pass up, not all beach access points are created equal. With quiet, private access to Siesta Key, Access Point 12, (also known as Gateway Beach or Crescent Beach), is the perfect beach for…November 8, 2020Why You Should Never Ignore a Double Red Flag at the Beach
Everyone likes to enjoy their fun in the sun laying on sandy beaches and splashing in crystal oceans, but there are times when beachgoers should stay out of the water. The experts at The Best Western Siesta Key suggest paying attention to the colored…November 2, 2020Why Staying with Us Feels Like Home
Have you ever had the experience of needing a vacation from your vacation? You return home from a week in paradise, but you played so hard that you’re exhausted and need some time to recover! When you visit The Best Western Siesta Key, we…October 27, 2020What Is The Green Flash and How Can I See One?
This intriguing and rare phenomenon is truly something special to experience. Occurring during the transitional phases of sunrise and sunset, the Green Flash lasts just for a second, if it happens at all. Such elusiveness can make it seem difficult to experience, but there are…October 19, 2020Sarasota’s Best Dog Parks and Beaches
If you’re a dog lover, and pet owner, you may feel like a vacation is not a vacation unless EVERYONE, including Fido, comes along. When visiting Siesta Key, Sarasota, and the surrounding area, you’ll find plenty of great locations that love dogs almost as much…Categories
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