| If you are searching for pristine, white sand beaches, | | | | out are Fort de Soto Park and Caladesi Island State |
| numerous amusements, and centrality to excellent | | | | Park. Fort de Soto Park was named the number one |
| shopping, then consider St. Pete Beach for your next | | | | beach in the country for 2005 and is the largest park in |
| vacation to Florida. Located directly on the Gulf of | | | | the area with over seven miles of beaches and five |
| Mexico and on the west side of Tampa Bay, St. Pete | | | | interconnected islands. Visitors will find two large swim |
| Beach is close to the attractions of the Orlando/Disney | | | | areas, two fishing piers (one on Tampa Bay, the other |
| area while providing its own charms to those who | | | | on the Gulf), picnic areas, and a variety of snack and |
| want to escape the crowds. Head to St. Pete Beach | | | | souvenir shops for when you need a slight |
| for a relaxing getaway and experience all this | | | | diversion.Caladesi Island State Park can be accessed |
| waterfront wonderland has to offer.The four miles of | | | | via the ferry from Honeymoon Island or by cruising out |
| white sand that comprise St. Pete Beach make it easy | | | | on your boat rental and tying up at one of the docks. |
| to find the perfect spot to throw down your towel for | | | | This pristine island is one of the last underdeveloped |
| a little rest and relaxation. In addition to the gorgeous | | | | barrier islands in the state, and its understated beauty |
| St. Pete Beach, two that you absolutely must check | | | | led to it being named the number two beach for 2006. |