Clearwater’s sugar-white sands and warm Gulf of Mexico waters have made it a popular destination, offering the perfect combination of work and play. Its beach has been named the “Best City Beach on the Gulf of Mexico” by USA Today readers. Three miles of public beachfront are dotted with fun shops and restaurants.

The Clearwater Marina houses the largest recreational fleet of fishing boats on Florida’s west coast, while the nearby located Clearwater Marine Aquarium introduces visitors to the dolphins, stingrays and sea turtles that populate the area’s waters. Pier 60 hosts a nightly family-oriented festival celebrating the sunset with outdoor art, music, and entertainment.

It’s other points of interest include the annual Clearwater Jazz Holiday, Coachman’s Park, Ruth Eckerd Hall, and plenty of Golfing.