Clearwater, Florida
By: Anna TrosperSeptember 19, 2017
This has to be one of our family’s favorite beach towns. Whenever we go to Orlando to see the big cheese himself, Mickey, we always plan a day to drive to Clearwater. It is a bit of a drive, about one and a half hours, but so worth it! Clearwater is a great family beach destination not only for the beaches but also for the great little beach town. It’s a fun and casual place to hang out.Clearwater has white sandy beaches for miles and clear gulf waters. Add some warm sunshine and a beach towel and what more could you ask for? Clearwater Beach is a great beach for families with children who want the beach adventure without the large waves. I recently returned from my yearly trip where I took my 8 and 2 year old nephews and they had the best time ever. They could play in the ocean and not get knocked down by big waves. You can take a floaty into the water and not get taken out to sea. You just relax! Isn’t that what a vacation is for anyway?If you are not the beach towel type you can rent chairs, umbrellas, and small cabanas for the day. Don’t worry, they have plenty! You can rent a paddle board or go parasailing over the ocean, too. There is so much to see and do you will fall in love with this beach town.
This has to be one of our family’s favorite beach towns. Whenever we go to Orlando to see the big cheese himself, Mickey, we always plan a day to drive to Clearwater. It is a bit of a drive, about one and a half hours, but so worth it! Clearwater is a great family beach destination not only for the beaches but also for the great little beach town. It’s a fun and casual place to hang out.Clearwater has white sandy beaches for miles and clear gulf waters. Add some warm sunshine and a beach towel and what more could you ask for? Clearwater Beach is a great beach for families with children who want the beach adventure without the large waves. I recently returned from my yearly trip where I took my 8 and 2 year old nephews and they had the best time ever. They could play in the ocean and not get knocked down by big waves. You can take a floaty into the water and not get taken out to sea. You just relax! Isn’t that what a vacation is for anyway?If you are not the beach towel type you can rent chairs, umbrellas, and small cabanas for the day. Don’t worry, they have plenty! You can rent a paddle board or go parasailing over the ocean, too. There is so much to see and do you will fall in love with this beach town.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is also a great place to visit when in town. Do you remember the movie “Dolphin Tale” staring Winter the world’s most famous dolphin? Well, this is where Winter lives and where they made the movie. Our family loves it and the kids still talk about meeting Winter. It is a great way for the family to spend the day.If you like to shop, this is the place for you! This little beach town has many quaint gift shops on the main strip. Just what you’d expect from a beach town. Need a new swimsuit? This is the place to find the perfect one!Clearwater Beach always has something to do no matter what time of year you visit! You can see the former World Series Champions, the Philadelphia Phillies, during spring training at the beautiful Bright House Field. You can also enjoy nightly sunsets at the Pier 60 Festival where sunsets, music, magic and fun create lasting memories. Come out to watch the National Superboat Championships or the Ironman competition. And be sure not to miss the internationally recognized Clearwater Jazz Festival! This goes on all summer long. There is always something special to do at Clearwater Beach.If you would like to plan a day, or even stay a few days, in this great beach town I would be happy to talk with you and help you plan a great trip. I will make sure you don’t miss a thing and that you don’t forget your sunscreen!You can contact me at annat@wishesfamilytravel.com and please visit my Facebook page and like it to keep up on all the latest travel information and promotions. I look forward to talking with you and sharing some of my great travel and beach tips with you.