Category: Fun Facts

January 3, 2022The Ultimate Guide to Point of Rocks on Siesta Key

Siesta Key is a world-famous beach that offers its guests everything from the cool, soft, white sand and warm turquoise waters to thrilling watersports and epic adventures. Along the eight-mile key on the west coast of Florida is a hidden gem from Mother…

December 29, 2021Five Secrets and Legends of Siesta Key

Every unique vacation destination has a signature tale, like the witch trials in Salem, MA, or the country music capital of the world in Nashville, TN. Siesta Key, FL is a world-renowned beach, has been voted number one in America, and is known for its…

December 20, 2021Everything You Need to Know About Sarasota’s NYE Pineapple Drop

What are you doing New Year’s Eve? If you are visiting Siesta Key for the holidays or find yourself in town just in time to celebrate the New Year, the local experts here at Best Western Siesta Key have the perfect free…

December 13, 2021Did You Know…? A Look at the Seven Most Interesting Hotel Facts

Every hotel has a unique story to share, from being a part of historic events to breaking world records and even just having an iconic quirk. While there are countless hotels with fun facts and tidbits of interesting information attached to them, we surely cannot…

December 7, 2021Tips for a Wonderful Winter Getaway to Siesta Key

There is never a wrong time to visit Siesta Key and enjoy everything the Gulf Coast has to offer, from its clear blue and serene water to white-sand beaches and the surrounding area that provides a wealth of attractions and activities. However, planning a winter…

November 22, 2021What Is the Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival?

Each November, a sand sculpting competition turns Siesta Key beach into an outdoor art gallery curated with marble-looking sculptures thanks to the pure white quartz sand found on this infamous beach. Master sand sculptures from across the globe, including Italy, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands,…

November 8, 2021Welcome to “Circus City, USA”

Sarasota, FL, has maintained the nickname “Circus City” for decades. Beginning with The Ringing Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus headquarters to training a new generation of circus performers at The Sailor Circus Academy and honoring the greats throughout circus history, this Florida city is…

October 25, 2021John Ringling’s Legacy Beyond the Circus

John Ringling is most commonly recognized and credited for bringing the circus to Sarasota. While his great legacy as a circus mogul lives on, John Ringling’s impact on one of Florida’s popular Gulf Coast cities also includes art collections, socialite events, investments, real…

October 18, 2021Exploring Cultural Icons of Sarasota

Every place around the world has something truly iconic that defines the location. For instance, Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York City has the Statue of Liberty, and Ontario is home to Niagara Falls. Of course, Sarasota is often defined by the…

September 28, 2021Deciphering Sarasota from Siesta Key

While researching and making your plans to visit the world-renowned Siesta Key, you may begin to form the question “what is the difference between Siesta Key and Sarasota?” Well, you have come to the right place to find your answer! Your friends and local experts…