Siesta Key offers a getaway like you've never experienced. Famous for its white sand beaches, clear, warm waters and tropical nature preserves, the area is a haven for vacationers the world over.

Siesta Key is located along Florida's Gulf Coast, about an hour south of Tampa. The area is part of Florida's prestigious Sarasota County, which is known for its clean and hospitable environment and is considered the cultural epicenter of Florida.

About 24,000 people call Siesta Key home. Some residents are permanent, but many flock to the area for its seasonable winter.

Siesta Key has something for everyone. The vast amount of museums, nature reserves, dining, shopping, golf and outdoor activities ensure that you will never be bored.

Don't forget the beaches. Publications the world over have sung the praises of Siesta Key's powdery, white sand beaches and breathtaking scenery. The picturesque view of a Siesta Key sunset must be seen to be believed.

Siesta Key Guide has been designed to help you find accommodations and plan your vacation itinerary. For those who have experienced Siesta Key and are looking to relocate, we've included real estate listings to help you find your dream home.

Sarasota County fireworks displays WWSB ABC 7, FL - Jul 3, 2008 The fireworks display at Siesta Key Beach is scheduled to begin at approximately 9:15 pm Neither the Stickney Point Drawbridge nor the North Drawbridge will ...

GUEST CAPTAIN: Tarpon for the taking Bradenton Herald,  United States - Jul 2, 2008 RICK GRASSETT Anglers fishing with me on the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CBs Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, jumped and landed several tarpon during the ...

Final approval push to dredge Midnight Pass Sarasota Herald-Tribune, FL - Jul 2, 2008 MacFarlane understands why Siesta Key residents hope to alter the status quo, considering the county and residents just paid $12 million to rebuild South ...

Island Beach named on "Hot Spot" list Asbury Park Press, NJ - Jul 3, 2008 ... Hawaii; Zuma Beach, Malibu and Venice Beach in California; Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Key Biscayne and Siesta Key Beach in Florida; ...

Man Struck By Lightning On Siesta Key In Doctor-Induced Coma Tampa Tribune, FL - Jun 26, 2008 By CAROL E. LEE SARASOTA COUNTY - A south Siesta Key beach was deserted after sunset Tuesday except for a jogger and a man fishing knee-deep in the Gulf of ... Local man struck by lightning at Siesta Key Beach WWSB ABC 7 all 7 news articles