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