Clearwater
The city of Clearwater in the Pinellas County of Florida forms part of the St Petersburg-Tampa-Clearwater metropolitan area. Clearwater is home to clear gulf waters, pristine white sandy beaches, year round sunshine and warm hospitality. Holidays in Clearwater are great for relaxing and unwinding at your own pace away from the hectic pace of bigger cities. read more »
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Clearwater
Meet the world’s most famous dolphin, Winter at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Enjoy the beautiful “Sunsets at Pier 60” festival where music, sunsets, fun and magic create lingering memories. It is recommended that you attend the globally recognised Clearwater Jazz Festival. Clearwater holidays cater to people of all ages as there is always something special happening. Holidaymakers love visiting Clearwater to enjoy the warm weather and laid back ambience of the place. A year round destination, holidays to Clearwater offer seemingly endless supplies of fun in the sun and a temperate and mild climate. Ideally situated on Florida’s west coast on the Gulf of Mexico, Clearwater and its island beaches have been awarded with designations such as one of the top Family Beaches in America, Best City Beach, Top Singles Beach and so much more. Hosting a diverse array of special events and providing land-based and nature based attractions including expansive water recreation; Clearwater is undoubtedly one of the top travel destinations of the United States. There are several opportunities to participate or watch a sporting activity. The rich history and heritage of the area along with excellent visual and performing arts make Clearwater the perfect place to spend time with your family or friends. Cheap holidays to Clearwater are definitely possible due to the abundance Clearwater hotels that suit everyone’s budget. Clearwater offers plenty of attractions including historical buildings, arts and science, natural environment, special and more conventional attractions such as theme parks. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a unique and lively natural attraction where visitors can view, touch interact and learn about the behaviour and biology of loggerhead sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, river otters, stingrays, coral reefs, local fish and more. The Moccasin Lake Nature Park showcases animal and plant species native to Clearwater. The nature trails wind through an array of natural Florida habitats, allowing visitors to view native mammals, reptiles, birds and amphibians. The Sunbird Seacoast Sanctuary features a collection of rehabilitated fascinating birds and is another top attraction of Clearwater.
Whilst on holiday in Clearwater you may wish to discover nearby islands such as Shell Key and Caladesi Island. You can book a boat tour to get to them. Dinner cruises are also available and are highly recommended if you are on a romantic Clearwater holiday. Clearwater is ideal for fishing, spa and golf getaways. You can explore the underwater marine life by booking a scuba diving excursion. Clearwater Beach stretches for almost 3 miles and is ideal for water sports such as parasailing and windsurfing. If you are an angler, you can book a deep sea charter and go fishing in the waters of Clearwater. You can also fish at Pier 60 if you are not out on a boat. Clearwater is also home to a number of celebrations and events occurring throughout the year. The “Sunsets at Pier 60” festival is a nightly celebration that takes place in Pier 60 Park on the Clearwater Beach. This family event features street performers, crafters, artisans and live music entertainment provided the weather is fine. The Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a Top Tampa Bay event which is held in October where jazz lovers from all over the world converge to take part in the event. The Clearwater Jazz Festival Features some great art as well. The Sand Key is an area located south of Clearwater Beach across the bridge. The 14 mile stretch along the Gulf of Mexico includes Redington Beach, Madeira Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores, Belleair Beach, Redington Shores and Clearwater Beach. Though Sand Key is home to a number of towering condominiums, the Sand Key County Park is still one of the best beaches in Gulf of Mexico. Sand Key is an ideal escapade with a pristine beach and the calm waters perfect for swimming and rafting. The 4 star Marriott Suites on Sand Key and Sheraton Sand Key Resorts are great places to stay for a peaceful and relaxed holiday in Clearwater. The Pinewood Cultural Park in Clearwater is a must-visit with over 180 acres incorporating pleasure with education related to nature, local history and visual arts. The Florida Botanical Gardens feature native and non-native plants, restored wetlands and natural bridges. The Gulf Coast Museum of Art a collection of contemporary art in all its manifestations. Salvador Dali museum showcases the largest collection of his art work outside Spain. Art enthusiasts will simply love the museums in Clearwater. Other nearby attractions include Tarpon Springs, Sea World Adventure Park, Pirate Cruise, Universal Orlando and so much more. Clearwater is in close proximity to a number of world class Golf courses. For a great Golf holiday, Clearwater is the perfect place. The Clearwater Golf Course is a nine-hole course and is great for beginners. The Clearwater Country Club is an 18-hole public course caters to golfers of all levels. The Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club in Palm Harbor is one of the best golf resorts in the country. The Renaissance Vinoy Resort and golf club in St Petersburg and Saddlebrook Resort in Tampa are other outstanding golf courses. One of the finest things about Clearwater is the fact that hotels in Clearwater come in all sizes and shapes. In addition to staying at luxury Clearwater resorts, visitors can stay at smaller hotels. Clearwater has a number of fine motels and resorts such as the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort, Don Cesar Beach Resort and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suite Clearwater Beach. You can enjoy an all inclusive package holiday to Clearwater saving you money on airfare and hotel. Sometimes a Clearwater hotel may offer Clearwater late deals where you can avail of rooms at unbelievable rates. Plenty of Clearwater deals on flights are available from UK. Cheap Clearwater holidays can be achievable when you make early reservations and bookings.