Siesta Life
Siesta Key is the place to be in Florida. No matter how you want to experience SIESTA LIFE, Crystal Sands is here to bring you the best insights, recommendations, and lists of things to do in Siesta Key, Florida.
Music Classes and Workshops in Siesta Key: Positive RePercussions
Who said a vacation couldn’t be a rich learning experience? For some, the idea of a vacation means lounging out, emptying the brain, and doing almost nothing for at least a week. For others, it is an opportunity to grow, […]
Boating on the Gulf of Mexico, Most Popular Excursions Explained
If you wind up anywhere along the Gulf of Mexico, particularly in a Siesta Key vacation rental, an inevitable question will come up, if it hasn’t been asked hundred times already, “Are we getting a boat?” You can rent a […]
What to Do at the Siesta Beach Seafood and Music Festival
Siesta Beach is a frolicking fun time. You can’t escape the water-filled activities, the marvelous views, the wonderful Siesta Key vacation rentals, or the many seasonal events – nor would you ever want to! While Siesta Beach is a great […]
The Ted Sperling Park is a Hop, Skip, and a Jump Away
Hidden in the red mangroves, on the southern end of Lido Key, and just a few minutes from St. Armand’s Circle, is another world entirely. Thick vegetation, quiet isolation, wildlife, and more make up the spectacular Ted Sperling Park in […]
Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Competition
The Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival is an unrivaled spectacle. There is no way you can see the end result of the competition and not be completely enamored and impressed by the incredible delicacy and skill that […]
What to Buy When You Visit CB’s Saltwater Outfitters
There’s something special in the air when you hit the Siesta Key Marina and see the majestic boats, the intriguing boat names, and the water hitting the docks. It’s like an introduction, or a port, to the world of the […]
What to Expect While Golfing on Vacation
Sarasota County houses about 30 different golf and country clubs. Some are extremely exclusive and others are open to everyone. Some are filled with welcoming amenities and offer the pure golfing experience without the frills. Newer or experienced golf enthusiasts […]
3 Local Siesta Key Cafes to Tempt Your Palate
Vast stretches of powdery white sand and azure sea make Siesta Key one of the most sought-after beach destinations in Florida. But another one of the top draws here is the variety of locally owned cafes and bistros near Sarasota […]
When Is Turtle Season In Siesta Key?
Turtle season in Sarasota represents the start of an exciting period during which one of the ocean’s most precious and endangered creatures make their way to the shores of Siesta Key and Sarasota to lay their eggs. Sea turtles are […]
