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Clearwater Beach sunset
The beaches of St. Pete/Clearwater are known for their incredible sunsets. Every evening, visitors and locals take to the...
Stand-up paddleboarding in St. Pete/Clearwater
With all its beaches, bays, waterways and famously sublime weather, St. Pete/Clearwater is a magnet for boardsports. From...
St. Pete/Clearwater is known for its unblemished stretches of sand and the sense of relaxation they impart. But depending on...
Clearwater Beach
Scoping out the beach lots ahead of time can mean parking your car easily and getting your toes in the sand post-haste.
Family friendly beach
The St. Pete/Clearwater area’s beaches beckon to families for swimming, kite flying, windsurfing, biking and just digging in...
Family boating in the Gulf of Mexico
All along the coast, find great scenery, safe havens and places to refuel boat and belly. Here are some tips to get you...
Get the full tiki bar experience: Sit on a waterfront deck, umbrella drink in hand, island music playing, and watch the sun...
White sand of Clearwater Beach
With varied activities that keep all ages happy, Clearwater Beach caters to active vacationers and those who prefer to watch.
Families explore seashells on Caladesi Island.
Family-friendly beaches abound in St. Pete/Clearwater, with lifeguards, playgrounds, sheltered picnic areas, restrooms and...
Caladesi Island State Park's award-winning beaches
This perfect slice of island beachfront was named the No. 1 beach in the U.S. in 2008 but none other than "Dr. Beach"...
Whether bringing your own boat or renting one once you get here, follow these pointers for a fun boating vacation.
Family fun at Clearwater Beach
A day spent with the kids at Clearwater Beach means sliding, swimming, snacking, shopping and a siesta – for the parents,...
Beach at Fort De Soto Park, St. Petersburg
Beaches in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area, including Fort De Soto and Caladesi Island, have won numerous awards recently.
Egmont Key, a 440-acre island, is cherished by nature and history lovers alike.
Beach trolley from Clearwater Beach to Pass-a-Grille, Florida.
Have fun and leave the driving to someone else: Hop aboard the Suncoast Beach Trolley, a great way to tour the area.
From action-packed beaches to peaceful, protected paradises, this area serves up some of the state's best shores.
Caladesi Island State Park beach
The fine white sand on local barrier islands began as mountains of quartz hundreds of miles away, deposited by now-extinct...
Rent a kayak or launch your own and paddle your way through dense mangrove tunnels and among manatees and wading birds.
Caladesi Island State Park ferries arrive.
Traveling rule of thumb: When the trip to a place sends you scrambling for your camera – and you know the destination is...
Kayak to award-winning Caladesi Island, rent a boat and head for Shell Key or enjoy a romantic paddle-wheeler cruise.
Windsurfing in St. Petersburg and Clearwater
With easy access to shoreline, St. Pete/Clearwater bubbles over with kite surfing, tubing, snorkeling, kayaking and more.
Fort De Soto Park beach
From the southern tip of the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area to its northeastern corner, five fabulous parks showcase nature’...
History buffs, avid paddlers and leisurely beachcombers will find plenty to enjoy at Fort De Soto Park, voted the No. 1...
Clearwater Beach
Whether you’re looking for a lively game of beach volleyball or quiet wildlife viewing, you’ll find there’s a beach for that.
Sunset sail in Clearwater Beach
Have tons of fun on the water aboard an entertaining pirate ship, serene catamaran or deep-sea fishing boat.
Fort De Soto beaches
Each summer during nesting season, area beaches host more than 150 threatened loggerhead turtles, one of five protected...
Honeymoon Island Nature Center exhibit
The Rotary Centennial Nature Center spotlights the flora and fauna of Honeymoon Island, one of the state’s most popular...
With so many fabulous beaches to choose from – lively or deserted, nostalgic or modern vibe – family fun can be found...
St. Pete dog parks
Fort De Soto and Honeymoon Island have beachfront playgrounds for dogs, with plenty of pet-friendly accommodations nearby.
Jetskiers at Johns Pass
For a break from the beach, check out the village’s many shops, take a spin on a WaveRunner or join a dolphin cruise. Some...
From pirate ships to parasail rides, kids have plenty to be thrilled about.
Score points with your kids by taking them on these amazing vacation adventures.