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Our world-renown beaches, extensive
recreational opportunities, nature-based attractions, and the
availability of
accommodations designed to fit every budget and
taste are all reasons why Clearwater and its island beaches are
one of Florida’s most popular vacation spots. Come put
yourselves in our shoes!
Clearwater Beach is the Best City Beach on
the Gulf of Mexico according to Dr. Stephen Leatherman (“Dr.
Beach”), a Florida International University professor who has
been ranking America’s beaches for well over a decade.
USATODAY.com readers have ranked Clearwater Beach in the Top 10
List of Best Beaches from Maine to Hawaii. Conde Nast Traveler
has also recognized Clearwater Beach as the Best City Beach on
the Gulf of Mexico, and the Travel Channel has declared
Clearwater Beach the
Best Activity Beach in the United States.
Caladesi Island
is currently the
#1 Best Beach in the United States, ranked so primarily for its
water quality, rustic charm, clean beaches, on-site amenities
and its emphasis on wildlife. Pinellas County is the only
Florida destination which can say it has two #1 Best Beaches;
Ft. DeSoto Park was ranked the #1 Best Beach in 2005.
Clearwater is very proud to be designated a
Blue Wave Beach. This certification program, overseen by the
Clean Beaches Council ,
promotes beaches which are managed to protect their natural
assets. This designation assists the public in identifying the
nation’s cleanest and safest beaches. Caladesi Island, Honeymoon
Island and Sand Key Park have also received the Blue Wave
designation.
Clearwater Beach is undergoing a dramatic
renaissance, the most significant improvement to Clearwater’s
tourism economy in decades. Beach Walk, the City’s $30 million
infrastructure contribution, dramatically compliments the
beach’s landscape – and the visitor experience – by adding green
space and public areas with more amenities as well as improving
pedestrian access. One new resort is completed and another is
under construction. More are in the planning stages.
If you would like to receive Footprints,
the City of Clearwater’s electronic tourism newsletter with
development updates and reasons to visit Clearwater, including
what’s new and what’s fun, please complete the form by
clicking here.
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