St Petersburg and Clearwater

St. Petersburg/Clearwater is where you will want to be! Close to everything, yet miles away. A beautiful peninsula located on Florida's West coast, the area is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west and by Tampa Bay to the east. Offering 35 miles of white-sand beaches, not just St. Petersburg & Clearwater, but everything else in-between including Treasure Island, Madeira Beach and Indian Shores as well as 8 major barrier Islands including Caladesi Island State Park (America's No. 1-rated beach in 2008) and Fort De Soto Park (TripAdvisor's No. 1-rated beach in 2008 & 2009). St Petersburg/Clearwater is also within minutes of many popular Florida attractions: just 30 minutes to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 90 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Orlando.

Award-winning shores may have beckoned you to Florida in the past, but you'll find it hard to resist exploring all that this area has to offer. Opt for theme park thrills or natural adventures within the pristine park system. Observe astounding art and discover the diverse heritage. Relax on the green - or on the water. Or, shop and dine amid boutiques and bistros, both fine and eclectic. Any pace . . . any taste . . . Florida's Beach awaits and who can argue with the fact that the climate is fantastic too. The area is yet to top its own Guinness World Records title for the longest consecutive run of sunshine!

The St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is comprised of 26 communities that have a unique charm, feel and heritage. From the Greek influence in Tarpon Springs to the Scottish heritage of Dunedin, the area boasts fascinating culture just waiting to be explored.

The area offers the quaint essential family beach holiday. You can add fun and excitement to your stay with a visit to many famous attractions. You'll find a wide variety from which to choose, guaranteed to make memories for the entire family for years to come including all types of water sports, pirate and sealife safari cruises, biking, kayaking, entertainment on Pier 60 and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Couples - make the destination as busy or as relaxing as they want. St Petersburg/Clearwater offers everything from fine dining and nightlife, beach bars, beach activities, shopping, pampering, art galleries and museums as well as festivals and concerts throughout the year. With 2 historic resorts expanding their spas and a new resort on the scene, spa-goers can pick their pampering amongst an elite and luxurious group. For the shopaholics amongst you we have a wide range of speciality shops, local stores, nearby shopping malls, villages/markets and quaint boutiques selling everything from antiques to beachwear.

Nature and Eco-Tourism enthusiasts can get in touch with their wild side! From the pristine beaches of unspoiled barrier islands to the wildlife that abounds in the voluminous park lands, the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is truly a natural wonder. No visit is complete without experiencing some of these riches with dozens of outdoor adventures waiting to be discovered off the beaten path including kayaking and canoeing through the many mangrove trails, to cycling the 43 mile long Pinellas Trail.

With all this and much more to offer, what are you waiting for!