Siesta Beach, located on Beach Road in Siesta Key, Florida certainly has something to celebrate. The beach has been awarded the #1 spot in TripAdvisor\u2019s 2017 Top 25 Beaches in the United States.\u00a0 In addition, Siesta Beach has also been named #5 on TripAdvisor\u2019s list of Top 25 Beaches in the WORLD for 2017.\u00a0 There\u2019s something special about this sandy paradise on Florida\u2019s southwest coast, so it\u2019s time to put Siesta Beach on your vacation \u201cmust-do\u201d list. Here are a few reasons why Siesta Beach won the coveted TripAdvisor awards:<\/p>\n
Sand\u2013 Since 1987 Siesta Beach was determined to have \u201cthe whitest and finest sand in the world\u201d.\u00a0 Comprised of 99% quartz, the sand on Siesta Beach is white, cool, soft and soothing. Due to its composition and reflective properties, even on steaming hot days, the sand remains amazingly cool. The special sand is purported to be millions of years old coming down various rivers from the Appalachian mountain range, then ending up on the shores of the Siesta Key area.<\/p>\n
Beauty \u2013 Known as one of the most pristine and beautiful beaches with crystal clear, clean blue water that\u2019s soothing to the eye.\u00a0 Sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico are especially appealing and worth plenty of photographs. Special note:\u00a0 This is a non-smoking beach adding to the environmental\/cleanliness factor.<\/p>\n
Safety \u2013 There\u2019s lifeguard protection all year long in addition to an exceptionally shallow water depth. This, combined with the mostly calm gulf waters, makes this a great beach for younger children and is considered to be one of the safest public beaches in America.\u00a0 Lifeguard stands are painted in various bright colors to aid in finding your place on the beach.<\/p>\n
Special Needs Assistance – Free beach sand-going wheelchairs are available near the main pavilion for those requiring help to and from the beach.<\/p>\n
Marine Life \u2013 Head to the southern portion of Siesta Beach to Crescent Beach to search for shells, coral and marine life like manatees, dolphins and manta rays.\u00a0 Look for the sea wall and Point of Rocks.\u00a0 Further adventures can be found at another beach in the area, Turtle Beach.<\/p>\n
Special Events \u2013 The festive Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Competition has been held annually here. Other events include Volleyball competitions and the 4th<\/sup> of July fireworks.<\/p>\n Amenities \u2013 The beach area has bathrooms, showers, picnic areas, parking, snack bars and lots of shady tree areas.<\/p>\n For accommodations during your stay in the area, consider a stay at Hyatt Siesta Key Beach<\/strong>, a Hyatt Residence Club. This beachfront resort is located on Crescent Beach and provides a wonderful gulf setting and relaxed atmosphere. \u00a0The comfortable two-bedroom units feature well-equipped kitchens, spacious living areas and deluxe baths with a whirlpool tub.\u00a0 On-site amenities include a swimming pool, convenient bar\/lounge, Day spa and health club. The Siesta Key area offers ample shopping, restaurants, fishing, golf and of course, the beach.<\/p>\n –Contributed by Chris Golden<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Siesta Beach, located on Beach Road in Siesta Key, Florida certainly has something to celebrate. The beach has been awarded the #1 spot in TripAdvisor\u2019s 2017 Top 25 Beaches in the United States.\u00a0 In addition, Siesta Beach has also been named #5 on TripAdvisor\u2019s list of Top 25 Beaches in the WORLD for 2017.\u00a0 There\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7035,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7034","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-tips"],"yoast_head":"\n