St. Pete-Clearwater: Must Do’s & Hidden Gems

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As home to America's Favorite Beaches, St. Pete-Clearwater boasts 35 miles of sugar-white sand with tranquil emerald waters. Most destinations, were they so blessed, would likely talk about nothing else. St. Pete-Clearwater is not most destinations. It is local fish shacks and world-class restaurants. It's 500 murals and unparalleled museums. Legendary resorts and laid-back hotels. 200 mph IndyCar racing and serene nature preserves. In this podcast, local experts will reveal the must-do's and hidden gems in St. Pete-Clearwater to help you make the most of your time in paradise.

Episodes

  1. SEP 12

    Gulfport, Ft. De Soto Park, Tierra Verde, Pass-A-Grille Beach and Weedon Island

    Step off the beaten path to discover the fun and artsy town of Gulfport located just a few miles from St. Pete. At this coastal community you can enjoy morning (or evening!) outdoor markets, local brews and live music, shopping, art and fabulous festivals. If you like a bit of adventure and exploration with your beach vacation, Ft. De Soto Park, Tierra Verde, Pass-A-Grille Beach and Weedon Island are for you. In this episode, you'll hear from world-traveler/blogger Travelling Ted about his experiences, kayaking, hiking and birding in these beautiful parks. You'll also find out what he considers "Florida's Big Five" of wildlife and where you might spot them! We'll close out with our host Kerry O'Reilly from the Tampa Bay Times and audio engineer Dave Morrison on the beach at Pass-A-Grille attempting to spot the green flash as the sun sets.

    29 min

  2. SEP 11

    St. Pete and St. Pete Beach

    Q: Where can you find the largest collection of Salvador Dali's works this side of Spain, plus Michelin rated restaurants, a children's museum, microbreweries, live music venues, local shops and art galleries all just a few miles from an epic beach? A: St. Pete and St. Pete Beach In this episode you'll find out from Tampa Bay Times Food and Dining Critic, Helen Freund and popular local influencer Kathy Fortner some of their favorite spots to eat, drink, shop and enjoy the finest our area has to offer for every generation.

    27 min

  3. SEP 11

    The Beaches: Belleair, Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, the Redingtons, Madeira, Treasure Island

    With 35 miles of sun-drenches beaches, and tranquil emerald gulf waters, it's no wonder people flock to St. Pete-Clearwater to enjoy sun, sand and so much more. In this episode, we'll start at the Florida Botanical Gardens just off the beach where you can relax and refresh strolling through lush gardens of hundreds of varieties of plants, plus native birds and wildlife. From there, we'll head to the our famous beaches where you'll hear what makes, Belleair Beach, Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, the Redingtons, Madeira Beach and Treasure Island each unique. We'll wrap up at Hubbard's Marina where you'll pick up tips from local fishing expert Dylan Hubbard on how to make the most of a day on the water.

    35 min

  4. SEP 11

    Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor, Honeymoon and Caladesi Islands and Anclote Key

    St. Pete-Clearwater is famous for its beaches and museums, but did you know it also has an historic Greek community where where you can watch sponge divers collect live sponges, and hear Greek being spoken in the restaurants? Yep. It's all in the authentic and charming port town of Tarpon Springs. Just down the road is Palm Harbor where you can hop on the Pinellas Trail and bike, jog, walk or scooter along an old converted rail line and stop along the way for a beer or a bite to eat. If you've been on the go all day, you can't beat relaxing to the sound of the water lapping up on shores of Honeymoon or Caladesi Island or Anclote Key Preserve State Park and enjoy a spectacular sunset. Find out from our local hosts where they go for sun, sand and so much more.

    30 min

  5. SEP 11

    Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, Safety Harbor and Dunedin

    Clearwater Beach is consistently rated one of the best beaches in the world. But sinking your toes into the ultra-white sand as soft as sugar is just the beginning of the fun you'll find around this little slice of paradise. In this episode, you'll find out from the locals where you can: * Grab a legendary grouper sandwich on Clearwater Beach * Enjoy a beer at Florida's oldest microbrewery in Dunedin where kilts and bagpipes are a welcome sight * Catch some world-class live entertainment or an up-and-coming indie act in Clearwater * Get refreshed at a luxurious spa in Safety Harbor Let us be your guide for sun, sand and so much more.

    26 min
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As home to America's Favorite Beaches, St. Pete-Clearwater boasts 35 miles of sugar-white sand with tranquil emerald waters. Most destinations, were they so blessed, would likely talk about nothing else. St. Pete-Clearwater is not most destinations. It is local fish shacks and world-class restaurants. It's 500 murals and unparalleled museums. Legendary resorts and laid-back hotels. 200 mph IndyCar racing and serene nature preserves. In this podcast, local experts will reveal the must-do's and hidden gems in St. Pete-Clearwater to help you make the most of your time in paradise.

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