Sending You Sunshine
December 21st marks the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year. For many, it’s a day filled with chilly winds and a long, dark evening. But here in St. Pete-Clearwater, the sun is still shining bright, and we’re sharing a little piece of that warmth with you!
If it’s cold and dark where you are, we’ve got the perfect way to brighten your day. Tune into our "Pocketful of Sunshine" Spotify Playlist, filled with feel-good tunes that’ll transport you straight to our sunny shores. Or download our St. Pete-Clearwater sunny screensaver for your phone and carry a piece of paradise with you wherever you go. Consider this your virtual escape to 35 miles of pristine beaches, golden sunsets, and endless sunshine.
7 Hours of Relaxing Beach Sounds at Fort De Soto Park
This 7-hour, 6-minute, and 8-second video isn’t just relaxing-it’s intentional. The length represents St. Pete-Clearwater’s world record of 768 consecutive days of sunshine, a reminder of why this destination is known for its year-round sunshine. Filmed at Fort De Soto Park, this ambient beach video features calming coastal visuals, gentle waves, and natural sounds-perfect to play in the background while you relax, work, study, meditate, or sleep.
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St. Pete-Clearwater doesn't do one-size-fits-all stays. Beachfront balconies, downtown boutique rooms, breezy vacation rentals — however you like to land after a day in the sun, there's a spot here with your name on it.
Fall asleep to the sound of the surf and wake up to it too. Our beachfront resorts put the Gulf right outside your door — no shuttle, no walk, just sand at your feet whenever the mood strikes.
Great stays don't require a splurge. Whether it's a classic motor court a block from the beach or a family-friendly spot with a pool for the kids, there's a version of St. Pete-Clearwater that fits your trip and your budget.
Wherever you stay, you're never far from a spectacular first morning view and last evening sunset. Your stay is always wrapped in sunshine and gulf breezes.
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The Best Spots for Sunset
It's a nightly ritual that ends the day so beautifully. Check out all the ways you can enjoy a gorgeous sunset in St. Pete-Clearwater, from sunset cruises to a nightly sunset celebration, to a spot on one of America's Best Beaches.
