Tropical Sun Beach Resort

Siesta Key,
The Island Paradise

Here’s why singles, families, and retirees return again and again to Siesta Key, the 8 mile long Island Paradise in the Gulf of Mexico! In addition to being noted for having the "finest, whitest, sand beach in the world", there are activities available to suit nearly everyone’s concept of an ideal vacation, and it’s only 30 minutes from the Sarasota, Bradenton International Airport.

The Island is a haven for artists, musicians, and writers, some of whom live here year-round. They contribute to the Siesta Key Art Fair, Craft Fair, and the Siesta Fiesta, an eclectic gathering of hundreds of booths displaying art-ware, food and more that "shuts down" the main drag every April. Original sculptures in copper, bronze, and ceramics, as well as paintings and photographs are for sale.

If physical activity is your wish, you can bike on the sand next to the surf, scuba dive, or even snorkel off Point-of-Rocks and watch the tropical fish gaze at you. How about deep sea fishing and going home with a photo of the sailfish that you caught? Go parasailing and see Paradise as the birds see it. What a thrill!

If you are looking for an easygoing activity, you can collect shark’s teeth and shells in the surf, or just sit and bird-watch. Siesta Key is home to the egret, a white, three-foot tall bird that eats fish, insects and more. You can see them sitting outside many al-fresco restaurants waiting for a handout. Watch the Sandpipers dash toward the receding surf looking for

morsels of seafood, and running back to stay dry as the next wave rolls in. You can also enjoy the cacophony of groups of 20 or more parrots all talking at once in our trees. And, don’t overlook the opportunity to watch the sunset in the Gulf of Mexico.

The east coast of this sub-tropical Key faces the intra-coastal waterway where one can spend tranquil hours or days, watching kayaks, yachts, and sailboats cruise. Rent a boat and wave at the landlubbers.

Talk about food; there are dozens of restaurants on Siesta Key spanning the range from deli to discriminating; hot dogs to lobster. A number of them have received awards for their excellent cuisine. You can dine in air-conditioned comfort, or al-fresco and see the dolphins play in the Gulf. There are three nightclubs on the Key serving exotic drinks, food, music, and entertainment. Beach attire is acceptable at most of them.

If you feel the need to play golf, visit a museum, attend a concert, enjoy a play, the Key is connected to the City of Sarasota by two bridges. You can be there in minutes.

Come and enjoy; you will come again, and again.

Tropical Shores Beach Resort
6717 SaraSea Circle
Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida 34242
Telephone: 941-349-3330
Reservations: 1-800-235-3493
Fax: 941-346-0025
E-mail: info@tropicalsunresort.com