CLEARWATER VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Clearwater |
| If you want to enjoy a beach vacation on the west coast of Florida, head straight to Clearwater and book a Clearwater vacation rental. With a regular ranking as the “Best Beach,” Clearwater is blessed with a mild climate, white silky sands and a safe environment, as well as a unique history. |
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Clearwater Vacation Rental Information |
Nestled in the Pinellas peninsula midway on Florida’s West Coast, Clearwater was named for its abundant fresh springs along the shore. Settled by colonists in the mid-1830s, it was not until the 1890s that Clearwater gained a reputation as a resort community. An ideal choice for vacationers, Clearwater vacation rental condos command gulf-front and beachside locations. Vacation rentals in |
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Clearwater are typically found in the form of vacation condos and vacation homes.
Most of the Clearwater vacation rentals range from 1-bedroom to 3-bedrooms, which sleep from 2 to 10 people.
Most vacation rentals are equipped with heated swimming pools, spas and Jacuzzis, garages and parking areas. Some provide golf facilities, fishing tackle, boats and watercraft, bicycles and baby items. Many are also handicapped accessible. Other amenities include barbeque grills and common household accessories such as stereos, TVs, Internet access, telephones and fax machines. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Clearwater |
| Advance security and confirmation deposits are generally requested. Check for discounts on area attractions and facilities. Rates vary with the period and season of booking. There could be a penalty for cancellation of a booked Clearwater vacation rental. Minimum stay is often a requirement, especially during the peak season. Few rentals welcome additional occupancy beyond the maximum or may do so only with additional charges. Check for special amenities such as handicapped accessibility and if pets are allowed. |
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Must See in Clearwater |
The farthest western point of land in Clearwater Beach, Pier 60, is famous for its fishing and sightseeing opportunities. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Sand Key Park are also worth visiting. And of course, if you happen to visit Clearwater when the stage is set for Jazz Holiday in October, then you cannot dream of missing the event.
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Sights and Attractions in Clearwater |
| Clearwater, unlike the rest of Florida, is not all beaches, palm trees and theme parks. There is a great deal of easily visible and accessible history dating back more than a hundred years. There are also many attractions in and around Clearwater, both manmade and natural.
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium
• Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
• Lowry Park Zoo
• Weeki Wachee Springs
• Salvador Dali Museum
• The Florida Holocaust Museum
• Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art
• Pinellas County African American History Museum
• Pinewood Cultural Park
• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
• Ybor City
• Professional Sports
• Orlando Amusement Parks |
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Outdoor Recreation in Clearwater |
| With beautiful beaches, miles of hiking trails and opportunities to enjoy the water in many ways, Clearwater offers you great outdoor recreation options.
• Beach Activities
• Water Sports
• Boat Cruises
• The Pinellas Trail
• Sand Key Park
• Paw Parks
• Caladesi Island State Park
• Fort De Soto State Park
• Egmont Key
• Fishing
• Snorkeling and Diving |
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Golfing in Clearwater |
| Clearwater and the neighboring St. Petersburg area offer as many as 50 golf courses that do the tradition of Florida golf proud. Summer rates are often lower than winter, as are afternoon tee-offs compared to morning. Several golf communities cater to on- the-course vacations with amenities. The area’s courses provide challenges to all levels of players—beginner, executive and championship. |
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Clearwater Fairs and Festivals |
| Festivals like the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, the Taste of Clearwater and Fun-in-Sun offer a variety of family oriented activities.
• Jazz Holiday
• The Florida African American Heritage Celebration
• The Fun 'N Sun Festival
• A Taste of Clearwater
• Shakespeare in the Park |
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Dining and Nightlife in Clearwater |
Clearwater Beach hosts some of the best dining on the Gulf Coast, from casual to semi-formal dining, with an assortment of cuisines. Several dinner theaters cater to the cultural interest. Popular with the locals since 1948, Bob Heilman's Beachcomber offers sumptuous American cuisine. Bobby's Bistro & Wine Bar offers a fabulous walk-in wine closet with choicest of seafood delicacies.
Not an ordinary waterfront seafood joint, the glass-encased and wood-enhanced chick Island Way Grill, prepares the daily catch Pan-Asian style in their open kitchen. The casual pub since 1981, Frenchy's Original Café makes the best grouper sandwiches in the area and even has awards to prove it.
There’s nothing like checking out the picturesque scenery when the sun goes down and the innumerable nightlife possibilities unfold. One of the places throughout Clearwater Beach that you may want to check out includes John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk, where numerous bars and restaurants are scattered. Mugs 'N Jugs is a bar with grill restaurant and serves American Cuisine as well. This trendy sports bar also features a state-of-the-art flat screen TV to view the best of NFL games.
Diamond Dolls is a nightclub that promises some fabulous adult entertainment, and offers a café that has special menus and prices. The Majestic Lounge offers some excellent live night entertainment and fun. A host of other nightclubs are available right here such as - OZ Ladies & Gentlemens Club, Sweethearts, Time Warner Cable and Two Buks Saloon. Ruth Eckerd Hall hosts plenty of programs that can be enjoyed. Broadway shows, drama, ballet, jazz as well as country music is available for you to indulge in. |
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Shopping in Clearwater |
Clearwater has several malls in and around its downtown area. Check out the Brandon Town Center, Citrus Park Town Center, University Mall, John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk, Beall’s Outlet Stores or the Regency Square Shopping Center.
Downtown Clearwater Farmer’s Market is an open-air market offering fresh produce, crafts, flowers and more. There are special events held each season. There’s always interesting beach shopping to do all around. |
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Best Times to Visit Clearwater |
| Clearwater is blessed with intensive sunlight. It holds the Guinness Record for the maximum number of sunny days – 361 days a year. Summer and fall are popular times to visit Clearwater for family fun and events. Winter is also a prime season because of the warm weather and the holiday season. |
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Time Zone for Clearwater |
| Eastern Standard Time |
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Getting To and Around Clearwater |
| Tampa International Airport is 19 miles from Clearwater Beach and the St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport is 11 miles away. Clearwater Executive Airpark is designed for small private and corporate aircraft. Clearwater is a 90-minute drive from Orlando and Sanford International Airport and is an easy 4-hour drive from Miami International Airport. There are several auto rental, taxi and limousine services available at the airports and in the city. The Jolley Trolley of Clearwater takes you all over downtown and on the beach from end to end, for a small fee. Look for narrated tours and chartered trolley tours for groups. |
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