As a top year-round destination, Clearwater offers a seemingly endless supply of entertainment and outdoor activities both on land and at sea. Enjoy casual and fine dining, vibrant activities and the rich history and heritage of the area in a mild, temperate climate. Soak up the fun and sun of Clearwater's pristine coastline, offering miles of sugar-white sand and crystal clear waters.

Coachman Park, located in sparkling Downtown Clearwater is a waterfront, open-air venue providing a magnificent backdrop for concerts, festivals and exhibitions throughout the year.

At the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, you can feed stingrays, interact with a dolphin, or enjoy one of the Eco-Boat or Behind the Scenes Tours. Learn more about Winter with a dolphin presentation or be a trainer for a day and then head out on a kayak adventure.

Further north lies Dunedin, one of the oldest towns on the West Coast of Florida. Dunedin has a wooded and subtropical setting with almost four miles of picturesque waterfront. Located just off the coast of Dunedin are the picturesque Honeymoon and Caladesi Islands. Honeymoon Island State Park offers a natural getaway for boating, swimming, fishing, picnics, and nature exploration. Caladesi Island State Park, accessible to the public by ferry from Honeymoon Island or by private boat, has consistently been named one of Florida's top ten beaches, year after year.

Just 15 minutes north of Dunedin along the shore of the Gulf of Mexico, is Tarpon Springs, named for the fish found in abundance in nearby waters. Tarpon Springs is also is known as the "sponge capital of the world," and for its miles of waterfront allure. Visitors to the Historic District can stroll along brick streets while browsing in art galleries, antiques stores, and specialty shops housed in buildings dating from the late 1800s.

While you're in the Clearwater & North Pinellas area, be sure to pop into your local Convention & Visitors Bureau or log on to www.visitstpeteclearwater.com