Vacationing in Saint Pete Beach FL
Author: Jennifer Weiss
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If you are searching for pristine, white sand beaches, numerous
amusements, and centrality to excellent shopping, then consider
St. Pete Beach for your next vacation to
Florida. Located
directly on the
Gulf of Mexico and on the west side of Tampa
Bay, St. Pete Beach is close to the attractions of the
Orlando/Disney area while providing its own charms to those who
want to escape the crowds. Head to St. Pete Beach for a relaxing
getaway and experience all this waterfront wonderland has to
offer.
The
four miles of white sand that comprise St. Pete Beach make
it easy to find the perfect spot to throw down your towel for a
little rest and relaxation. In addition to the gorgeous St. Pete
Beach, two that you absolutely must check out are Fort de Soto
Park and
Caladesi Island State Park. Fort de Soto Park was named
the number one beach in the country for 2005 and is the largest
park in the area with over seven miles of beaches and five
interconnected islands. Visitors will find two large swim areas,
two fishing piers (one on Tampa Bay, the other on the Gulf),
picnic areas, and a variety of snack and souvenir shops for when
you need a slight diversion.
Caladesi Island State Park can be accessed via the ferry from
Honeymoon Island or by cruising out on your boat rental and
tying up at one of the docks. This pristine island is one of the
last underdeveloped barrier islands in the state, and its
understated beauty led to it being named the number two beach
for 2006. While the usual beach activities, including swimming,
sunning, snorkeling, scuba diving, and shelling, are all popular
here, one excellent way to explore this hidden treasure is on
the three-mile trail that winds its way through the island's
interior.
If you want to head out of the
St. Pete Beach and St. Petersburg
area, the well-known attractions of central Florida are just a
short drive away from the Gulf Coast. Experience an
extraordinary zoo and theme park combination at Busch Gardens
Africa, located in Tampa Bay and only 45 minutes away. For those
who cannot resist the allure of
Disney World or
Universal
Studios, these theme parks are located just outside of Orlando
and can be reached in about 90 minutes from your accommodations
in St. Pete Beach.
Shopping enthusiasts certainly will not be disappointed by the
opportunities that St. Pete Beach provides for perusing
interesting items and souvenirs. To find that perfect one a kind
item to remember your vacation by, make your way to the
specialty boutiques along the
8th Avenue business district in
Pass-A-Grille and browse items such as original hammered
jewelry. For a relaxing day popping in and out of stores, stroll
the "Historic Corey Avenue Shopping District" or any of the
stores located along Gulf Blvd.
While the shoppers in your family venture through the many
stores, the duffers can get out there and hit some of the most
beautiful
golf links in Florida. Those looking for a championship
course can head over to St. Petersburg and attempt to tackle the
challenging Mangrove Bay Golf Course. Ranked one of the nation's
top 50 municipal courses, Mangrove Bay cozies up to the Old
Tampa Bay inlets and has available extras such as golf club
rental, a driving range, and professional golf lessons.
Whether you journey here for the sun, sand, or diverse
amusements, you can find accommodations near everything you want
to see and do when you consider
Saint Pete Beach FL vacation rentals
for your lodging needs. Stay near the sparkling beaches with
unobstructed views of the water as you enjoy all the amenities
and conveniences of home from your luxurious condo or home
rental. When everything you need for a smooth, headache-free
vacation is at your fingertips, you can truly enjoy all this
gorgeous area has to offer and leave the stresses of home
behind.
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