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| Cycling Must-Sees |
| A scenic trail leads to Honeymoon Island State Park, where cyclists can catch a ferry to the award-winning beaches of Caladesi Island. Read More |
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| Caladesi and Honeymoon Islands |
| Go shelling along the stretch of beach that juts toward the Gulf. But remember this island belongs to the real natives - birds and, yes, even things that slither. Read More |
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| Family-friendly Beaches |
| Up and down the beach, concessions promise wet thrills in the form of Jet-skiing, Hobie cat sailing, windsurfing, parasailing and surf-biking. Read More |
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| The Great Florida Birding Trail |
| From beautiful beaches to lost-in-time wetlands, birders of all levels can experience Florida's diverse habitat, wildlife and local flavor while engaging in ornithological pursuits. Read More |
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| St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Beaches |
| Both sandy and rocky shores line this state park. Wildlife is abundant, and two bird observation areas and nature trails offer plenty of opportunities to see osprey and other native Florida wildlife. Read More |
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| City Profile: Dunedin |
| Or take a guided walk led by a park ranger to learn about the many birds which make the islands their home, including endangered species such as the Great Blue Heron, Wood Storks and Snowy White Egrets. Read More |
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| Castaway for a Day |
| It's a perfect place to spread your towel for a romantic picnic. Professor and Mary Ann never had it so good. Read More |
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| St. Petersburg, Dunedin and Ybor City |
| Downtown St. Petersburg's streets are lined by more than a hundred cafes, restaurants and eateries, two dozen fine galleries and Mediterranean-style architectural treasures, including the historic open-air U.S. Post Office, still in operation today. Read More |
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| Natural Beaches |
| If you count all bays and inlets - where you'll find the "secret" sandy getaways usually known only to locals - Florida has nearly 8,500 miles of shoreline. Read More |
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| Birds of a Feather |
| The unique refuge was established in 1931 to provide a wintering habitat for migratory waterfowl and is one of the oldest in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Read More |
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| Caladesi Island: Pristine Perfection |
| You don't have to do anything on Caladesi Island. That's the joy of its three-mile beachfront. But, if you choose, you can actually, oh, get up, enjoy a picnic lunch under the pavilions and go angling, kayaking, birding or hiking through several distinct habitats. Read More |
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| Florida Beach Survey |
| A painfully obvious but nevertheless satisfying thought crossed my mind the last time I was there; the refreshing sea breeze you feel has crossed the entire Atlantic before making landfall, making it some of the cleanest, freshest air on earth. Read More |
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| Four Elements of Florida Beaches |
| Deep blue water laps the broad shoreline, and candy-colored lifeguard stations add a festive touch to the scenery. The most striking sights, though, are the throngs of gorgeous sun gods and goddesses that congregate in this playground of the rich and famous. Read More |
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| Live the Outdoor Life |
| Located on a peninsula with a string of barrier islands, the St. Petersburg/ Clearwater area is a sea-lover's fantasy. There are more than 35 miles of sandy beaches and 600 miles of shoreline. Read More |
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| Seven Bits of Beach Heaven |
| Visit Clearwater Beach if you want an archetypal beach town experience. Seafood shacks, beach bars, pizza parlors and souvenir shops abound, along with a wide variety of accommodations. Read More |
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| Caladesi Calling |
| The water is so clear we can see our feet in shoulder-deep water, a perfect condition for snorkeling. Read More |
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| Florida Beach Primer |
| Take our abbreviated beach trip around Florida and add a few new beaches to your scrapbook. From Pensacola to Amelia Island to the Florida Keys, there is a new beach for you. Read More |
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