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All things Siesta Key. Stories, news, and event information about Sarasota, Florida's beautiful beach.

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…

October 12, 2020Parking Tips, Tricks, & Insider Secrets for Siesta Key Beach

When it comes to parking at the beach, it can feel like such a challenge sometimes, it can almost make a person want to stay home. Almost. But if you know where to go, when to get there, and what to avoid, you may actually…

October 6, 2020Get More Bang for Your Buck By Booking During the Off-Season

No one wants to spend more than necessary on lodging while traveling. After all, the experience of dining out, shopping, events, and excursions are where the memories will lie long after your trip is over. But you have to sleep somewhere, so finding the best…

September 28, 2020How to Have a Successful Stay on a Tropical Beach

Imagine a day at the beach with your toes buried in the sand, the sound of the waves hitting the shore, and a beautiful sunset lighting up the sky. For those who have finally booked your first tropical beach vacation, the anticipation and excitement grow…