Category: The 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…

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…

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…

May 22, 2020A Memorial Day to Remember

There’s nothing quite like a weekend on the beach to kick of summer. On Memorial Day, Siesta Key plays hosts to plenty of visitors from around the state and country, as well as locals ready to kick their shoes off and sink into the sand.

March 13, 2020The Secret of Siesta Key Sand

Among the many highlights of visiting Siesta Key, you’ll most likely find once you’re here that your beach experience was one of the best ever. This is due, in large part, to the amazingly unique sand Siesta Key boasts. If you find yourself feeling more…

February 5, 2020Guide to Playing Beach Volleyball on Siesta Key Beach

Between sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying the beautiful views of our great beaches, there’s also the fun activity of beach volleyball that is always a blast to play or just watch. If you’re interested in knowing how to get a game started or just enjoy being…

November 11, 2019Tips for Planning Your Siesta Key Beach Wedding

You just got engaged, and you’re thinking a beach wedding just might be the dream setting for you and your betrothed to recite your vows. First of all, congratulations! In some ways, you’ve just streamlined a lot of the decision-making behind planning a wedding. Certain…