Quieter than its neighbors to the south, Longboat Key is about 20 miles north of Siesta Key (on the other side of Lido Key). But don't mistake its quiet for boredom. In addition to its powder soft, ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Get up close and personal with sea turtles through the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium's Turtle Time animal encounter, available Sunday and Thursday mornings. – Susan B.