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The food scene in St. Pete/Clearwater is deliciously dynamic – with a mix of legendary restaurants and exciting newcomers. The highlight of nearly every menu? Locally sourced ingredients including fresh Gulf seafood. 

New dining spots come on the scene frequently in St. Pete/Clearwater. One of the newest kids on the block in St. Pete are the black-and-white two-dimensional reality at the mind-bending 2D Café, the retro ‘70s vibe vegetarian and vegan upscale restaurant Good Intentions or LALA St. Pete, a restaurant and rooftop bar combining karaoke with food and drinks.

Some of the best outdoor dining options in Clearwater and Clearwater Beach  include Frenchy’s Original Café which serves favorites like the grouper sandwiches, O’Keefe’s Tavern, a tiki bar and outdoor patio with an Irish pub menu or the Sandbar at Opal Sands for cool cocktails, great food and a relaxed atmosphere.

Keep the beach vibe going on your clients' vacation with some waterfront dining. Beachy-fun Frenchy's Rockaway Grill and Frenchy's South Beach Cafe  have great Gulf views,  while The Palm Pavilion is an ideal spot for sunset-gazing on Clearwater Beach. For some upscale dining, Bon Appetit is an award-winning waterfront restaurant in charming small-town Dunedin.

In a sea of destinations offering good craft beer, St. Pete/Clearwater is truly a stand-out. The Gulp Coast Craft Beer Trail features more than 50 locally owned breweries that make up the "Gulp Coast" – an incomparable vacation spot where your clients can sample the unique creations of talented brewmasters.

Delicious Finds

St. Pete is home to a thriving and diverse arts community featuring world-renowned museums like the Salvador Dalí Museum, the Chihuly Collection at the Morean Arts Center, The James Museum of Western + Wildlife Art and St. Pete’s newest addition, The Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement and the Fairgrounds St. Pete.

Throughout St. Pete and nearby cities, your clients will find more than 600 amazing murals decorating buildings and streets. Thanks to inviting year-round temperatures, St. Pete/Clearwater is home to many art festivals and events - SHINE Mural Festival, Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival, Clearwater Beach Chalk Art Festival, or the Second Saturday ArtWalk.

While the beach is the big draw, there are literally hundreds of things to do here. Sightseeing and dolphin cruises set sail all day long. Kids will love seeing the sea turtles, dolphins and other rescued sea creatures being cared for at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Don't miss Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise, a swashbuckling family adventure aboard a replica pirate ship. You’ll also find parasailing as well as paddle board and kayak rentals.

The new St. Pete Pier offers hours of fun for all ages, including a splash pad, playground, walking paths, an open-air market, a nature discovery center, and a Spa Beach. 

Sunken Gardens is a botanical paradise in the midst of a bustling city. As St. Petersburg's oldest living museum, this 100-year-old garden is home to some of the oldest tropical plants in the region.
 
Outdoor adventure abounds. Hike lush national parks, kayak, or standup paddle board through crystal clear waters, discover wildlife and explore botanical gardens.

It's Time for Some Vacation Fun

In St. Pete/Clearwater, each sunset over the Gulf of Mexico paints a scene as unique as the beaches that line its shores. This spectrum presents many possibilities for beach getaways – from remote islands and laid-back beach towns to beaches full of sun-seekers. 

Whether your clients are looking for a lively game of beach volleyball or quiet wildlife viewing, they will find the perfect beach in the St. Pete/Clearwater area. Read below to find out about our top picks.

Clearwater Beach: Fun-loving Clearwater Beach was named the No. 1 beach in America by Tripadvisor in 2019, 2018 and 2016. 

Wide sugar-sand beaches and emerald-clear waters make this the perfect beach scene. This active, social beach is bustling with Beach Walk shops, waterfront restaurants, rooftop bars including Jimmy's Crow's Nest, volleyball games and Pier 60 sunset celebrations each night – with artisans and entertainers (not to mention amazing sunsets).

St. Pete Beach: St. Pete Beach wins accolades for its practically unrivaled sand, surf, and sunsets. Tripadvisor named it the No. 1 beach in America for 2021.

The bustling beachfront offers a mix of mom-and-pop businesses and more “glam” beachfront resorts. There are also several open-air beach bars - such as Jimmy B’s, PCI Beach Bar, Undertow and Swigwam - perfect to relax and enjoy libations with friends.

Madeira Beach: Nicknamed “Mad Beach,” this beach has an Old Florida-style atmosphere largely because of the influence of rustic landmark John's Pass Village and Boardwalk, which is buzzing with more than 100 shops and restaurants.

This pretty stretch of sand is Tripadvisor’s No. 9 Beach in the U.S. for 2021 and your clients can explore the surf shops and art galleries, then enjoy fresh seafood along the boardwalk at the Friendly Fisherman or Sculley’s.

Sun 'n' Fun - A Beach For Every Mood

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