Travel advisors, if you’re looking for a fresh Florida getaway for clients, suggest a beach-to-beach hopping itinerary that pairs two of the Gulf Coast’s most popular barrier islands—Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island.
Just an hour’s drive apart, the destinations offer contrasting yet complementary styles of a Florida beach vacation, making it easy for clients to enjoy both in one trip.
Stop 1: Siesta Key – Tropical Breeze Resort
Siesta Key is known for its powdery white sand and village atmosphere, and the recently restored Tropical Breeze Resort provides the perfect base for exploring. The boutique property has reopened at full capacity with 58 refreshed accommodations, designed with a coastal aesthetic, upgraded fixtures and premium bedding.
A new Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite category adds flexibility for families and extended stays, featuring a full kitchen, king bedroom and queen sleeper sofa. Guests can also enjoy two swimming pools, onsite gardens, direct beach access and close proximity to Siesta Key Village.
Stop 2: Anna Maria Island – Bali Hai Beachfront Resort & Spa
For a more laid-back vibe, send your clients north to Anna Maria Island, where Old Florida vibes meet the Gulf Coast. The Bali Hai Beachfront Resort & Spa sits on two acres of property with 300 feet of beach at your clients’ disposal.
The resort features 42 accommodations ranging from Island Rooms to spacious two-bedroom suites. Guests can relax by the heated pool in private cabanas, book treatments at the Spa Sea & Sol or enjoy cocktails at the Bali Hai Lounge. Added conveniences—like complimentary beach chairs and towels, on-site parking and access to the free local trolley—make it easy for clients to settle into vacation mode.
Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island offer two distinct experiences that can be combined into one seamless Gulf Coast itinerary. Siesta Key delivers a lively beach town atmosphere with easy access to dining and nightlife, while Anna Maria Island emphasizes a slower pace, Old Florida character and a quieter beachfront setting.
With both Tropical Breeze Resort and Bali Hai Beachfront Resort recently refreshed, you have an opportunity to present clients with resorts that offer updated accommodations in destinations that create a convenient two-stop getaway for couples, families or multi-generational groups.
For more information about Tropical Breeze Resort, visit tropicalbreezeresort.com. For more information about Bali Hai Beachfront Resort & Spa, visit balihaibeachresort.com.
