Siesta Beach Voted #2 Beach in America by Dr. Beach
Sarasota & Her Islands is home to Dr. Beach’s 2009 number two beach in the country as announced, May 22 by Stephen P. Leatherman, a.k.a. Dr. Beach.
Siesta Key beach is located on Florida Gulf’s Coast in Sarasota County. It has been selected only second to Hanalei Bay in Hawaii and with just one other beach in Florida making the top 10 list. Dr. Beach bases his selections on 50 criteria.
In addition to the world-renowned beach conditions, Siesta Key offers vacationers luxury and casual accommodations, dining, shopping and recreation. It is just minutes from additional beaches, cultural attractions, entertainment and activities. See full press release.
To celebrate the ranking, many Siesta Key hotels and restaurants have announced special deals for vacationers:
The Palm Bay Club (www.palmbayclub.com) is offering a Celebrate Siesta Special with a 20 percent discount on rental rates, Aug. 17 - Sept. 30 (excluding Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4 - 6).
Siesta Holidays (www.siestaholidays.com), is offering celebration pricing for 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2-guests accommodations at $135 per night (plus tax) and 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 4-guests accommodations at $155 per night (plus tax). There are no minimums for these rates and they are available, May 1 - Dec. 1, 2009. Mention celebration code, DrBeach09 when making the reservation. Blasé Café of Siesta Key Village (5263 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota) is offering martinis with dinner. Call (941) 349-9822 for details and to make reservations.
Bay Oaks Condominiums (www.bayoaksonsiestakey.com) is offering $100 off regular weekly rates through Aug. 21, 2009.
Siesta Key Bungalows (www.siestakeybungalows.com) is offering relaxing days along the powder-white sands of Siesta Key and nights reconnecting in a waterfront bungalow for $319 a night. This rate includes champagne or wine upon arrival, lunch or dinner, fine chocolates and tickets to Mote Aquarium. Relax in the ambiance of authentic hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, private porches and skylights. Whether you desire a beachfront or tropical courtyard view, you are minutes from the beautiful beaches and all that Sarasota has to offer. Special rate valid through Sept. 30, 2009 and black out dates apply.
Siesta Sports Rentals on Midnight Pass in Siesta Key (www.siestasportsrentals.com) is offering “Summer Discounts” on bikes, kayaks, scooters and scootercars. Siesta Sports Rentals offers the best priced Kayak Tours in the area.
Beach Palms of Siesta Key Village (www.beachpalms.com) is offering “Hot Celebration Specials”. Book three nights at the Beach Palms of Siesta Key Village Beach side and get the 4th night for FREE. Tropical, colorful Island Patio Cottages, Beach View Suites with beautiful views, secluded patios with gas grills and hammocks will make your stay comfortable, relaxing and unforgettable. Enjoy the island life, the sidewalk cafes, Calypso music, day spas, fine dining, rent bikes or just listen to the surf on a hammock under sweeping palms. Call 1-888-241-7009 or email info@beachpalms.com . This offer is valid Sunday -- Friday, depending on availability, through Dec. 18, 2009 and is not valid over holiday periods. The
Siesta Key Oyster Bar (www.skob.com) is offering a price-fixed Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week menu at $15 for lunch and a three-course dinner at $25. In addition happy hour specials include, half Price Oysters, every day, 3-6 p.m. at $6.00 a dozen, raw or steamed. Crawfish is also $6.00 a dozen. Drink specials include Mojito Monday's with Mojitoes prived at $5.00 and four different varieties to choose from.
Aloha Kai Vacation Rentals (888-49-ALOHA) is offering special “Summer Discounted Rates” until January 2010. Call for information and specials.
Midnight Cove (www.midnightcove.com) offers summer and fall discounts up to 20 percent off selected units.
Banana Bay Club (www.bananabayclub.com) is offering rooms at the waterside property on Heron Lagoon for $79 per night and rooms at the beachside property only 100 yards from Crescent Beach for $99 per night.
Siesta Beach Resorts & Suites (www.siestakeyflorida.com) offers $20 off per day with their “White Sand Special”.
Daiquiri Deck (www.daiquirideck.com) announces a new addition of a raw bar and the expansion of their business. Click here to read more.
The Conclare Aman's Beach Resort is offering a 20% discount for 6 nights/week beginning on August 15th, 2009 till Dec.19th excluding the Labor Day & Thanksgiving Day Holiday. Reservations less than a week are discounted as well per a 3-5 day stay at 15%.
CB's Saltwater Outfitters (www.cbsoutfitters.com) is offering a $10 discount on boat rentals with this "coupon" on any BOAT RENTAL - reservations suggested (941) 349-4400. They are also offering a STORE MERCHANDISE COUPON good for 10 % off (sale items not included) Sportswear, T-shirts, Sandals & Fishing Tackle.
