Siesta Beach is always No. 1 in our hearts—and, as of 2025, it's also No. 42 on the list of World's 50 Best Beaches. The beloved beach—the only U.S. destination on the list—received high marks for its ...

SARASOTA, Fla. — There's something a little fishy going on at our Sarasota County beaches. Red tide has been detected in background to medium levels up and down the coast in samples taken on Tuesday.

SIESTA KEY, Fla. — Some Sarasota County beaches, parks and barrier islands will reopen this weekend after being closed for more than two weeks. County officials announced the news in a press ...

At the height of tourist season, with spring break right around the corner, Sarasota County's most famous attraction — Siesta Beach — has earned another national honor, with Tripadvisor naming it the ...

Meanwhile, Anna Maria Island, in Manatee County, was recognized for its beaches' Old Florida vibes and soft white sand. U.S. News specifically highlighted Coquina Beach and Manatee Public Beach's ...

Tripadvisor has named Siesta Beach in Sarasota County, Florida, the No. 1 beach in the U.S. for 2025. The ranking was based on an analysis of global beach reviews over the past year, rated by real ...