St. Pete/Clearwater

Bring a beach blanket, swimsuit and sunscreen, and let the 35 miles of sugar sand do the rest. Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach are perennials on best-of lists, but don't miss the small beach-town vibe at Pass-A-Grille Beach, family-friendly tidal pools at Fort de Soto Park or a remote escape to unspoiled Caladesi Island.

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Beaches aren't the only reason St. Pete was named to Condé Nast Traveler's Top Big Cities list. Take a surreal detour at The Dalí Museum, then seek out street murals in the Warehouse Arts District. Check out the funky vibe amid indie boutiques on Central Ave. Dine, shop and play by the bay at the new 26-acre St. Pete Pier District.

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This is what a getaway feels like. Kayaking through a mangrove canopy in Weedon Island Preserve, strolling through lush parks like Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, island-hopping to uncrowded beaches at Egmont Key. Take it all in: the fresh air in the cool Gulf breeze, the warm emerald-green waters and, of course, the stunning sunsets.

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Welcome to a destination that won't break the bank. It starts with the free beaches, plus state parks galore to explore. Whether it's a bike ride on the 38-mile Pinellas Trail or a serene stroll through the 50,000 plants in the Sunken Gardens downtown or the nightly sunset celebration at Pier 60, there's budget-friendly fun on tap.

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