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March 1, 2021Dine Out In Style on Longboat Key

One of the best parts of vacation is eating out, experiencing local cuisine, and tasting the flavors of the area. When you visit Florida’s Gulf Coast, that means a blend of the freshest seafood, farm-fresh ingredients, and ethically-sourced regional favorites. While Siesta Key is full…

February 19, 2021Explore the Best Beaches on Longboat Key

If there’s anything a Floridian island has in spades, it’s beautiful beaches. Longboat Key is no exception, and yet the beaches here are, in fact, exceptional. All along this well-named lengthy island, public beach access allows visitors and residents alike to enjoy the powder-soft white…

February 5, 2021Snorkeling on Siesta Key

Whether you’re an experienced snorkeler or just want to give it a try while visiting the tropical oasis of Siesta Key, there are plenty of opportunities for you to get in the water and encounter some of our beautiful marine life. As a quieter means…

February 2, 2021Discover the Best Coffee in Siesta Key

There is nothing better than a leisurely conversation enjoyed over a cup of delicious coffee, especially when you’ve set your clock to island time. With nowhere to be and no deadlines, lingering over a cup of joe while enjoying a delicious pastry is the height…

January 25, 2021Best Western for a Better World

We don’t often equate events like vacation and traveling with charitable giving or volunteer work, but sometimes it turns out you can do good for the world just by enjoying your stay! For instance, when you travel to Siesta Key to enjoy the beautiful sunshine,…

January 20, 2021The Siesta Key Drum Circle

These days, most forms of entertainment are designed with an audience and a ticket price in mind. Gone are the days of gathering for the sheer enjoyment of a song or a play or a laugh. However, there is still one place where you can…

January 11, 2021Fishing in Florida

A great way to spend time in the sun and on the water during your Florida vacation is by fishing. Both salt and freshwater fishing are available in abundance and will give you a relaxing, satisfying element to your stay. On Siesta Key, there are…

January 4, 2021Restaurant Highlight: Ophelia’s on the Bay

When you come to visit Siesta Key, you’ll want to spend at least one of your evenings dining in one of our top award-winning venues on the island: Ophelia’s on the Bay. Located on Little Sarasota Bay, Ophelia’s on the Bay features gorgeous…

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