Fun Times at John Levique Pirate Days

Fun Times at John Levique Pirate Days

History of John Levique The history of John Levique and the history of John’s Pass are linked by the legend naming John Levique as the first man to sail through the pass. According to the legend, a large storm rearranged the sands of the barrier islands, opening a new inlet to Boca Ciega Bay. The […]

Gift Shop Essentials at Clearwater Beach

Gift Shop Essentials at Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach Tourist Shops When you visit Clearwater Beach, it is impossible to miss the gift shops along the main drag. Clearwater Beach is divided into two areas, North Beach and South Beach –at least according to the locals. It’s okay to consider Clearwater Beach all one place. It is a small barrier island and […]

A Beach Less Traveled

A Beach Less Traveled

Where is Sand Key Beach? Sand Key Beach is located at Sand Key Park, on the barrier island known as Sand Key. This barrier island, or key, is the next island south from Clearwater Beach. Sand Key Park is very easy to access if you are visiting Clearwater Beach or the beach communities to the […]

How Big is your Vacation Activity Zone?

How Big is your Vacation Activity Zone?

How Close do you stay to your Vacation Rental? When you go on vacation, do you stay near your vacation rental or do you strike out to explore everything in the region around you? Some folks are happy to sit on the porch or balcony of their vacation rental and look out onto the world […]

Spoil Your Vacation at Clearwater Beach

Spoil Your Vacation at Clearwater Beach

Defining Spoiled The word spoil has a list of different definitions. While they all follow a common theme, they are not all alike. The common modern usage of the word spoil means to ruin or degrade, such as 1. A spoiled child, 2. Spoiled fruit, 3. Spoiled plans. The word spoil comes from an older […]

Ever Changing Sands of the Florida Gulf Coast

Ever Changing Sands of the Florida Gulf Coast

Beaches on the move The beaches along the Florida Gulf Coast are among the best loved beaches in America. The soft white sand is soothing to the feet and glows brightly in the sunshine. The pleasant nature of the sand makes the beaches famous, and the area has become a favorite vacation destination. What visitors […]

Explore the Gulf Coast Dolphin Trail

Explore the Gulf Coast Dolphin Trail

Dolphin Sculptures at Pier 60 Clearwater Beach On your Clearwater Beach vacation you will surely notice a host of painted dolphin sculptures prominently displayed along roadways, on sidewalks, and in storefronts. The dolphins are a project created by Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, the City of Clearwater, and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The display was […]