Remarkable Origin of Clearwater Beach Sand

Remarkable Origin of Clearwater Beach Sand

Geological History of Florida Florida Below Sea Level While walking the beaches in Florida, you might take a moment to reflect on how the beaches came to be. Underneath the beautiful soft sands is a marine legacy that reaches back millions of years. Florida has spent much of its long life below sea level. Millions […]

Sea Turtles of the Florida Gulf Coast

Sea Turtles of the Florida Gulf Coast

Florida Sea Turtles Out of the 7 species of sea turtles on Earth, 4 of them lay their eggs on the Florida coastline. Loggerheads are large sea turtles that are named for their wide heads, sometimes 10 inches in width. Loggerheads are the most common turtle to nest on the beaches of Florida.   Green […]

Native American Indian Mounds of the Florida Gulf Coast

Native American Indian Mounds of the Florida Gulf Coast

Florida Gulf Coast Native American Indian Mounds The American Indian Mounds along the Florida Gulf Coast were once very numerous. Today, in Pinellas County, which is home to popular Clearwater Beach and St Pete Beach, only a few mounds remain for public viewing. Some mounds on the mangrove-covered Nature Coast are overgrown and unrecognizable while […]

To Drive or Not to Drive on your Clearwater Beach Vacation

To Drive or Not to Drive on your Clearwater Beach Vacation

Facts Travelers Need to Know One of the most important facts that travelers need to know is how they will get to their destination. We are centrally located on the Florida Gulf Coast, at the heart of Clearwater Beach.  A fair number of visitors who use our vacation rental office drive here from other cities […]

Southern Pleasures of Honeymoon Island State Park

Southern Pleasures of Honeymoon Island State Park

The Southern End of Honeymoon Island Honeymoon Island State Park has many faces, each one making the trip to the island worthwhile venture. It features natural beaches, a nature trail, nature center, a public beach, concession stand, loads of parking, and more. It provides a fantastic setting for anyone who likes wildlife or the beach. […]

5 Favorite Party Spots at Clearwater Beach

5 Favorite Party Spots at Clearwater Beach

Favorite Party Spots on Clearwater Beach Finding a fun place to let your hair down at night on Clearwater Beach is not really that difficult. Bright lights and lively music give these locations away. However, to make our list worthwhile, we have include why each of our five favorites have made the list.   Tropix […]

Walking the Streets of Clearwater Beach

Walking the Streets of Clearwater Beach

Walking the Tourist District of Clearwater Beach One of the great things about Clearwater Beach is that you might be able to spend the length of your vacation without using your car. Your on-foot beach vacation can include going to the beach, dining, nights at Pier 60, all the shopping Clearwater Beach has to offer, […]

Beach Walk of a Lifetime at Honeymoon Island State Park

Beach Walk of a Lifetime at Honeymoon Island State Park

Setting out for the North End of Honeymoon Island Anywhere you go at Honeymoon Island State Park can be a fantastic experience. The island has multiple areas that offer great entertainment for those arriving from near or far. You can visit the main beach area, the nature trail, nature center, or the dog beach. However, […]