A native of Sarasota, I lived on Calle de Rio for 10 years. I miss the beach so much! I lived there when the swing set was still in the water and "Parking" was still painted on the wall. When the knoll of sand sported that huge tree my husband and I used to sit under early in the morning with coffee and sticky buns. When you had to get to one of the concrete tables on the 4th of July by 7:00 a.m. We will never see all of that again but it appears that Siesta Key hasn't lost it's loveliness. Thanks for a really nice video. By the way, the sand is Silica Sand.
Thank you Carolyn for your comment. It's lovely to hear about how the island used to look. It is still a beautiful place to visit and for many to call home. We are heading down again in a few weeks. Enjoy your week. :)
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Hi Joanne! We feel your desire! We can't wait to go back this summer. We hope to enjoy July and August just south in Venice. We have several other videos showcasing the beautiful Sarasota County area that you might enjoy, we have put them all in a easy access playlist - Enjoy :) - th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
Thank you Brian for your kind words. Our goal with our channel is to be as informative as possible about the places we are visiting so it's nice when we read comments like yours. Enjoy your evening.
House of the Sun condo is probably one of the best place to rent, they are spacious and beach front. Units are individually owned so they are all unique and it’s run by a great management office. I’ve personally stay in unit 403, nice!, September is a great time to go, the big summer crowd has left, better pricing and less congested traffic. Siesta Key is one of the best vacation destination for sure.
We hope you have an amazing time! If you would like to see some other things to do in the area during your trip, check out our Florida playlist - so much to see and do!! th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
We leave for our first family vacation on Sunday! It’s our little honeymoon/baby moon I have never in my life seen the beach and I am so excited to experience this with my Husband and daughter! 🤍 We got a flight and hotel bundle deal and ended up choosing Siesta Key Palms Resort to stay at. Is that a good location?
Hi Kelly! Congratulations on your wedding and baby! Such a fun time! To be honest, you can't really go wrong anywhere on Siesta Key. We have not been to Palms Resort, but i am sure it is lovely. Parking for the beach fills up fast so if possible, try to arrive early. Also be sure to enjoy the drum circle on the beach (Wednesday evening i believe) and be sure to stay for the sunset! Below is a link to several other videos that will help you make the most of your trip. Including the top 5 beaches in the area. There are several amazing beaches in the area (you will need to drive to them, but all within 20-25 min of Siesta Key) - We love Caspersen beach down near Venice! Alos, you should spend a morning/lunch at St.Armands Circle in Sarasota. It's a lovely area with lots of nice shops and restaurants. Have an amazing time and again CONGRATULATIONS! Link to videos:th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
Great video. Very inspired to visit. I have never been to FL. I'm planning our next trip and found this video. Where would you recommend to stay, family friendly?
Thank you. It truly is beautiful. There are lots of places to stay on siesta key… or for more affordable options look to stay just off the key. Here’s a playlist of more gulf coast Florida videos to help with your planning: th-cam.com/play/PLPlmxcLlpI78NBodNW2uERge-j2BTPASQ.html
Hi Mandy. Once you are on the island you do not need a car. There is a trolly that runs up and down the island. The village is where most of the shops and restaurants are if you want to be close the 'life of the island'. You should also check out Venice for a day, it's a lovely town and walking distance to Venice beach. About a 25 min uber south. Here is a short video to show you the quaint town and beach. th-cam.com/video/MMUGng0Z2I0/w-d-xo.html
Hi Thanks for sharing….. just want to ask you….. March month is good to visit here?…… I am asking because of cold weather….. how much cold in March…. Maybe windy maybe not ….. not sure March month is good to visit or not?
Does the beach offer umbrellas and/or cabanas to rent? Also, we'll be heading down to clearwater beach next week, but would love to head down to Siesta Key. With spring break, is it considered peak season?
There is an area where you can rent chairs and i believe umbrellas. Yes, Spring Break is very busy. Be sure to get to the beach early as the carpark will fill up fast.
There a lots of places to stay on the Island, however I imagine everything will be more expensive this year and many places are already booked. We like to stay in Venice or Nokomis which is about 25 min south. Beautiful beaches and just a short commute to enjoy Siesta Key, Sarasota and everything else the area has to offer. Have a great time!
Evening JoLynn, sorry to hear you had a poor experience. We were there in September, maybe they have different vendors at different times of the year. Enjoy your week!
Thank you for your kind feedback. We really enjoyed showcasing Sarasota, Casey Key, Venice and Siesta Key!... We are now in the Blue Ridge Mountains for Christmas. Slightly different scenery! :)
@@wherenexttravel Thanks! I'm concerned about all the proposed hotels at the corner of Ocean and Beach Rds, the village is about to become much more crowded.
Yes, we have been hearing about some new developments. Time will tell. It is our understanding there are some groups trying to fight these proposed developments.
Thank you for your comment. This summer there has been more seaweed than in years past. Not typical. It is a beautiful beach. We prefer to visit SK in the winter months. Not nearly as hot! Enjoy your week.
That's what I was thinking, I grew up on Siesta and the past ten years I haven't been their because it's to over populated, and then they give out turtles information 🤦🏼♀️
Hi Brett, thank you for your comment. We have made these videos to support the local businesses. It has been a tough year for many and this was our way of giving back. Thank you and enjoy your week.
Thank you Celia for your comment. We truly are just wanting to help the local area and the many small businesses that have had a tough time this year. Enjoy your week.
Hi Jaleel... Here is a playlist of Florida videos that might help you with your decision. Most are near the Sarasota/Clearwater area. th-cam.com/video/FDVgKCa4D68/w-d-xo.html
Those 3 are all very different vibes. What's your goal? If you're young and like to club and party def Miami. If you want an in-between Clearwater. If you're older and want something really relaxing Siesta. If you're in Clearwater a day trip to Siesta is only an hour and a half drive. Ft. De Soto it's an amazing beach and is only 30 minutes from Clearwater. Also, St.Pete and Tampa bars are a short drive away.
@@julieragland2910 thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, we had to pick fast and made our reservations for Miami. We definitely don’t plan on going to any clubs though… Guess we should’ve picked Clearwater.. 🙁
Love Siesta Key! I would add that it is a perfect beach for walking. The sand is smooth as cornstarch and doesn't feel hot on the feet.
Yes, we love taking long walks along the beach. Especially at sunset! Our daughter says the sand reminds her of flour!
sue you couldn't be more wrong about this area of florida.. people you should stay to the east coast of florida. much nicer there
@@Frankjohn1974 I disagree. Nothing like Siesta.
It's great to visit for a few days in the winter. It is also crowded and touristy...feels overhyped...and sterile.
As beautiful as this video footage is, it's 100x more beautiful in person. Beyond amazing IMO.
We agree and look forward to returning in July :)
A native of Sarasota, I lived on Calle de Rio for 10 years. I miss the beach so much! I lived there when the swing set was still in the water and "Parking" was still painted on the wall. When the knoll of sand sported that huge tree my husband and I used to sit under early in the morning with coffee and sticky buns. When you had to get to one of the concrete tables on the 4th of July by 7:00 a.m. We will never see all of that again but it appears that Siesta Key hasn't lost it's loveliness. Thanks for a really nice video. By the way, the sand is Silica Sand.
Thank you Carolyn for your comment. It's lovely to hear about how the island used to look. It is still a beautiful place to visit and for many to call home. We are heading down again in a few weeks. Enjoy your week. :)
Your voice is so soothing
Haha. Thank you. We have been hearing that a lot recently :)
I am going here next month. I am so excited ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Love Siesta Key! It is one of our favorites to visit.
We try to get back at least once a year. We love it also!
Amazing beach and the sand is amazing how it stays so cool on such hot days. Perfect if you have kids!
It’s a beautiful beach and lots to do in the area for all the family. Hope you get to visit soon!!
Love the sunshine state. it's gorgeous. great videos. thanks
Thank you and happy holidays.
Florida is wonderful
Been going there for the last 8 years would like to move down there, best place in the USA.
We hope you get to move here soon 💕… beautiful part of the country.
Great vids. Love siesta! Been there many times
Thank you. We love it too! We visit for a month each year. Such a special place.
Interesting, lots of things to do and see!!
Yes, indeed. We always had something to do. Very family friendly.
I'm going here in Sunday so in a couple days with the entire side of my moms family now it surpasses my expectations and am more excited then ever!!!
Fantastic! Your Going to have an amazing time! Enjoy!
@@wherenexttravel ty!
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Thanks for this video, it is really relaxing!
yeah iit is really jaw dropping!!!
@@weedman9112 you are most welcome.
@@shlickeicke5780 Thank you. It’s such a beautiful island.
@@weedman9112 Thank you for your kind words. We enjoyed putting this together for the community.
Siesta Key is such a beautiful place to live 😍
Agreed… although we prefer Venice and the south beaches 🏝️
Wish I could be there in Siesta beach RIGHT Now! Love watching this video!
Thanks! 👍👍👍👏👏👏🙌🏻💜
Hi Joanne! We feel your desire! We can't wait to go back this summer. We hope to enjoy July and August just south in Venice. We have several other videos showcasing the beautiful Sarasota County area that you might enjoy, we have put them all in a easy access playlist - Enjoy :) - th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
@@wherenexttravel
Thank you! 😃👏👍
Oy mate it looks great, love Florida!!!
We really enjoyed our time there. We look forward to going back next year!
I love it there the sand is cold on ur feet it feels so good it feels like flour
Even on the warmest days it still seems cool :)
a nice and fun beach time in america
It is a beautiful beach and a fun village close by to explore.
Very informative and nicely covered! Big thumbs up!
Thank you Brian for your kind words. Our goal with our channel is to be as informative as possible about the places we are visiting so it's nice when we read comments like yours. Enjoy your evening.
House of the Sun condo is probably one of the best place to rent, they are spacious and beach front. Units are individually owned so they are all unique and it’s run by a great management office. I’ve personally stay in unit 403, nice!, September is a great time to go, the big summer crowd has left, better pricing and less congested traffic.
Siesta Key is one of the best vacation destination for sure.
I was there beautiful beach love the. Sand.
:) - So glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you!!! Visiting this weekend. 💙
Fantastic! Your going to have a great time! Enjoy!
Nice tour of Siesta Keys. We went there quite a few years ago. It really is a beautiful beach.
Thank you, we are looking forward to going back this summer. Enjoy your travels! Looks like you are having some amazing adventures!
Wow !... dix opportunities esse ... viaggi sicuri
Thank you :)
My grandparents own a condo on Siesta Key down by Turtle's, so my family go there every year
Lucky you! It sure is beautiful.
I'll be there May 7th -9th.
First time, looking forward to it.
We hope you have an amazing time! If you would like to see some other things to do in the area during your trip, check out our Florida playlist - so much to see and do!! th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
@@wherenexttravel
Thank you.
Very professional.
Thank you Mike for your kind words.
The beach really looks perfect!
It is a lovely beach. The sand is sooo soft!
Lived here 20 years, everyone I know has at least one rental house. They are making tons of money. Way better than the stock market!
Thank you for your comment. Definitely a good time to own property in Sarasota!
You provided a beautiful voice for this narrative tour👍
Thank you for your kind words. We hope you enjoyed the video. Enjoy your week. :)
Sylvester. 😎. So. Cool
We leave for our first family vacation on Sunday!
It’s our little honeymoon/baby moon I have never in my life seen the beach and I am so excited to experience this with my Husband and daughter! 🤍
We got a flight and hotel bundle deal and ended up choosing Siesta Key Palms Resort to stay at. Is that a good location?
Hi Kelly! Congratulations on your wedding and baby! Such a fun time! To be honest, you can't really go wrong anywhere on Siesta Key. We have not been to Palms Resort, but i am sure it is lovely. Parking for the beach fills up fast so if possible, try to arrive early. Also be sure to enjoy the drum circle on the beach (Wednesday evening i believe) and be sure to stay for the sunset! Below is a link to several other videos that will help you make the most of your trip. Including the top 5 beaches in the area. There are several amazing beaches in the area (you will need to drive to them, but all within 20-25 min of Siesta Key) - We love Caspersen beach down near Venice! Alos, you should spend a morning/lunch at St.Armands Circle in Sarasota. It's a lovely area with lots of nice shops and restaurants. Have an amazing time and again CONGRATULATIONS!
Link to videos:th-cam.com/video/po0redTCkt4/w-d-xo.html
Checkout longboat key beach and Duvals restaurant in Sarasota(crab cakes are great)
Great video. Very inspired to visit. I have never been to FL. I'm planning our next trip and found this video. Where would you recommend to stay, family friendly?
Thank you. It truly is beautiful. There are lots of places to stay on siesta key… or for more affordable options look to stay just off the key.
Here’s a playlist of more gulf coast Florida videos to help with your planning:
th-cam.com/play/PLPlmxcLlpI78NBodNW2uERge-j2BTPASQ.html
I'm going to siesta key today
Have an amazing day! If your in town visiting, you should also explore Caspersen beach… a very different beach experience.
You are coming out of your class 👋🙏🙌
Thank you. We are enjoying the process and happy to be providing helpful content.
My heaven in the usa
We agree... although we are in Bar Harbor right now and the views up here are spectacular!
I live here💪
Lucky you :)... Enjoy!
My husband and I are looking to vacation in Siesta Key this summer. Can we get away with not renting a car and walking or Ubering if we need to? 😊
Hi Mandy. Once you are on the island you do not need a car. There is a trolly that runs up and down the island. The village is where most of the shops and restaurants are if you want to be close the 'life of the island'. You should also check out Venice for a day, it's a lovely town and walking distance to Venice beach. About a 25 min uber south. Here is a short video to show you the quaint town and beach. th-cam.com/video/MMUGng0Z2I0/w-d-xo.html
Hi
Thanks for sharing….. just want to ask you….. March month is good to visit here?…… I am asking because of cold weather….. how much cold in March…. Maybe windy maybe not ….. not sure March month is good to visit or not?
March is quite busy with spring break and the snow birds that visit from the north. The weather in March is however, beautiful!
@@wherenexttravel Thanks so much 😊🤝
Mr. Best. Is. 😎
A 40 yr resident here! You just need deep pockets and traffic patience!
We are experiencing that now as we consider a buying a home in the area :)
Does the beach offer umbrellas and/or cabanas to rent? Also, we'll be heading down to clearwater beach next week, but would love to head down to Siesta Key. With spring break, is it considered peak season?
There is an area where you can rent chairs and i believe umbrellas. Yes, Spring Break is very busy. Be sure to get to the beach early as the carpark will fill up fast.
@@wherenexttravel Thank You!
You are most welcome. :)
I never been I wanna go so bad
Dreams can become reality :)
Any suggestions on where to stay in siesta key with an 11year old? Thank you! We’ve never been to Florida. 🙂
There a lots of places to stay on the Island, however I imagine everything will be more expensive this year and many places are already booked. We like to stay in Venice or Nokomis which is about 25 min south. Beautiful beaches and just a short commute to enjoy Siesta Key, Sarasota and everything else the area has to offer. Have a great time!
Thank you very much for information and quick reply! So appreciate it! 🙂
You're most welcome. :)
When is the best time to visit
For the best weather, October - May but this is also the expensive time. The summer is hot and muggy but much less busy.
How about it is to live in?
It’s fun but most people live off the island and drive on for the beach and village. Sarasota county is growing at a very fast rate.
You forgot Turtle's Boat rental and the Turtle's Restaurants!
Thank you for your suggestions... we may make another video soon focusing a little more on Turtle beach.
What is the best time of the year to visit Siesta Key Beach?
Depends if you like the heat or not? If you don't mind the heat it is typically less busy May - October.
Its a place to visit once or twice...in the winter months...would'nt want to live ther...
We love coming here in the winter months for sure :)
@@wherenexttravelI live in Sarasota...I'm ready for cool crisp air in the mountains with scenery and culture...like many of us here dream about...lol
Not very modern. Very 80s imo...that village. Beach looks nice
The beach is stunning. Agree, not very modern, but that’s what keeps the charm.
Thank you for watching 💕😊
Not much to the farmers market . I'm not sure if it is like this all the time, but was expecting much more. Very disappointing.
Evening JoLynn, sorry to hear you had a poor experience. We were there in September, maybe they have different vendors at different times of the year. Enjoy your week!
I still prefer Hallandale Beach Florida more it’s a beautiful city with a growing communities and businesses and a good nightlife.🫡🇺🇸❤
Thank you for the recommendation! We will have to check it out and maybe make a video on it. 💕🙂
You are very detailed and a great story teller...one of the best vids re: Siesta Key!!!
Thank you for your kind feedback. We really enjoyed showcasing Sarasota, Casey Key, Venice and Siesta Key!... We are now in the Blue Ridge Mountains for Christmas. Slightly different scenery! :)
An outstanding video human, we liked the short intro. so many channels have ones that are to long
Thank you for your feedback. Yes, we have learned, long intro's just don't work.
Siesta Key Beach and Village are unreAL!
We could not agree more. Very family friendly. We had a lovely time. Thank you for watching.
I love living here, I still miss my hometown of Chicago though....
Hi Deb... we love it here too... just not our home... yet :) - We will be heading north for the winter. Our kids (and us) still love the snow :)
Just stunning!
Voted # beach in the USA in 2015, 17 and 20!... This was just 20min from where we were staying. The sand was like fine powder.
2:25 What is a drum circle?
This is one of our very favorite places. Thank you!
You most welcome! We love the Sarasota area and look forward to going back in a few months.
gotta visit someday!!!
You will love it! Voted #1 beach in the USA in 2015,17 and 2020!
996 Dang! Wanted to be 1000. Looking forward to watching your adventures!
Thank you so much for your support!
2:57 Lance in the far left corner of the screen parked in front of Bonjour Cafe! If nothing else, he's predictable.
I. Love. Bonjour. One of my favoriteeeeees
Hi Daniel, we hope you enjoyed the video. We look forward to coming back to Siesta Key this summer.
@@wherenexttravel Thanks! I'm concerned about all the proposed hotels at the corner of Ocean and Beach Rds, the village is about to become much more crowded.
Yes, we have been hearing about some new developments. Time will tell. It is our understanding there are some groups trying to fight these proposed developments.
@@wherenexttravel my parents are part of one of those groups. They have beachfront property there
Awesome video, keep uploading!
Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching. :)
😂🤣♌☀️🔥☀️☀️☀️ SUN'S HOME SARASOTA FLORIDA ATTN CUTE
Siesta key looks absolutely beautiful!
Good. Boys. Are. Good And. Fun. My. Sister. is. Here.
Went there today it was filled with seaweed. felt disgusting to swim with seaweed. but it did look beautiful and the sand is as described
Thank you for your comment. This summer there has been more seaweed than in years past. Not typical. It is a beautiful beach. We prefer to visit SK in the winter months. Not nearly as hot! Enjoy your week.
Is there a basketball court around there? If so how far
I'm not sure to be honest. We did not see one.
@@wherenexttravel thanks
@@Balla-ph2rd Best of luck!
I am so jealous of my kids. They were all born in Sarasota and were swimming off Siesta Key before they were walking.
Wow… great place to grow up! We are settled here for a while and our kids are loving the beach life. 💕
I have been to Siesta key☺I love Sierra key❤
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Omg
I am wondering what time of the year best to visit? Should be hot in summer...
It is hot in the summer and less crowded. During the winter, it is beautiful but more crowded.
IM SO EXCITED
You will have a lovely time! Be sure to check out all of the local beaches! Top 5 Sarasota Beaches: th-cam.com/video/E4V-wkzJai0/w-d-xo.html
THANKS
Your most welcome! Thank you for watching.
I'm in ❤️
Be sure to visit! It’s beautiful!!
Siesta Beach, here we come ,sept. Can't wait ,lu lus.
Have a great time :)
STOP ADVERTISING OUR AREA!!! ITS ALREADY OVER POPULATED AS IT IS!!!!!!
That's what I was thinking, I grew up on Siesta and the past ten years I haven't been their because it's to over populated, and then they give out turtles information 🤦🏼♀️
Hi Brett, thank you for your comment. We have made these videos to support the local businesses. It has been a tough year for many and this was our way of giving back. Thank you and enjoy your week.
Thank you Celia for your comment. We truly are just wanting to help the local area and the many small businesses that have had a tough time this year. Enjoy your week.
Trying to pick a vacation spot. My options are Clearwater, Siesta Keys, or Miami. Any suggestions?
Hi Jaleel... Here is a playlist of Florida videos that might help you with your decision. Most are near the Sarasota/Clearwater area. th-cam.com/video/FDVgKCa4D68/w-d-xo.html
Those 3 are all very different vibes. What's your goal? If you're young and like to club and party def Miami. If you want an in-between Clearwater. If you're older and want something really relaxing Siesta. If you're in Clearwater a day trip to Siesta is only an hour and a half drive. Ft. De Soto it's an amazing beach and is only 30 minutes from Clearwater. Also, St.Pete and Tampa bars are a short drive away.
@@julieragland2910 thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, we had to pick fast and made our reservations for Miami. We definitely don’t plan on going to any clubs though… Guess we should’ve picked Clearwater.. 🙁
Great area in Florida
It sure is... which is why we are back here for a couple of months :)