Category: Beach

June 20, 2022Your Guide to Fourth of July Fun in Sarasota & Siesta Key

There is no better place to spend Independence Day weekend than here in Sarasota and Siesta Key! Aside from the beaches, state parks, and iconic attractions, Sarasota is bursting with festivals, celebrations, events, and fireworks over the Gulf of Mexico to commemorate the…

June 13, 2022Our Favorite Amenities at Best Western Siesta Key

Settling on the perfect hotel for your beach vacation often relies on location, price, and available amenities for guests to use and enjoy. Here at Best Western Siesta Key, we work hard to ensure all of our amenities…

June 6, 2022Fun Beach Activities for Calm and Gentle Waves

With a simple recipe of sun, sand, and waves, there is so much to do and explore during an afternoon at the beach. Tall waves for surfing, boogie boarding, and skimboarding are fantastic and undeniably fun. Even if these types of watersports aren’t…

May 30, 2022How to Avoid Overpacking for Your Siesta Key Vacation

While vacations and beach getaways are nothing but exciting, relaxing, and something we all look forward to, packing for a vacation can be just the opposite. If you tend to feel stressed out or overwhelmed when it comes to gathering everything you need…

May 23, 2022Beach, Pool, and Boat Safety Tips for Toddlers and Young Kids

A trip to Siesta Key is synonymous with a trip to the water. From the hotel pool and white sand beaches to boats and kayaks, you are sure to find yourself dipping your toes, swimming, floating, and jumping waves. When planning your Siesta…

May 16, 2022Five Toddler-Approved Parks and Playgrounds Near Siesta Key

Sarasota is one of the most family-friendly vacation destinations, making it perfect for bringing along the little ones. While the beaches and pools are not to be missed while spending time near Florida’s breathtaking Gulf Coast, toddlers and young children might need a…

April 11, 2022Your Guide for an Ultra-Romantic Day on Siesta Key

Siesta Key is one of the ultimate getaways, especially as it is home to one of the best beaches in America, according to Dr. Beach himself. Whether you are here on your honeymoon or with your family and…

April 4, 2022The Best Ways to Entertain Toddlers on Your Siesta Key Vacation

Beach vacations with toddlers and little kids make for some of the best memories that you and your family will cherish forever, and Siesta Key vacations are no different. With its close proximity to Sarasota, a family-friendly city on the Gulf Coast of…

March 29, 2022An Artistic Look at Sarasota

The city of Sarasota, nestled on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is a popular vacation destination with some of the best beaches in America, including Siesta Key Beach. However, you may be surprised to learn that Sarasota offers more than white quartz sand…

March 22, 2022How to Stay Safe On the Beach and At the Pool

There is nothing worse than getting injured or feeling ill while on vacation, especially if you are visiting the beautiful Siesta Key. Even a sunburn can put a damper on your beach vacation or make a relaxing day by the pool a little…