Clearwater, FL Hotels

Clearwater, FL, is a beautiful and warm beach town with more attractions than just one holiday can cover. From Universal Studios to deep-sea fishing expeditions, there is something for everyone. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Clearwater, FL, is the home of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The Aquarium is the home of Winter, the amazing dolphin that received an artificial tail. You can also enjoy world-class golf, eat at the many fine restaurants or go parasailing. People gather at Pier 60 at Clearwater Beach to enjoy the beautiful sunsets and the fun and festive nightlife afterwards.

There are a number of festivals that make Clearwater, FL, a year-round vacation spot. The Clearwater Film Festival occurs in the fall season annually, typically at the end of September. The Fun 'N Sun Festival is held throughout April and May. The Clearwater Jazz Festival, Hispanic Heritage Festival, Annual Stone Crab Festival and Cooters Crab Festival all happen in October. Whether you are a family with children, a couple on your honeymoon or a group of friends on a getaway, Clearwater, FL, is a prime holiday spot sure to provide you with memories for a lifetime.

When To Go

There really is no bad time to go to Clearwater, FL, although some months are better than others. Clearwater, FL, has a semi-tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer is rainier than winter. Spring and fall have the most moderate temperatures. One advantage Clearwater, FL, has over some other Florida cities is that its unique location means it rarely gets the brunt of any hurricanes, which are common in the area from June until November.

• Winter: Average temperatures 11-22.2°C (52-72°F)

• Spring: Average temperatures 13.3-30.5.2°C (56-87°F)

• Summer: Average temperatures 22.2-33.3°C (72-92°F)

• Autumn: Average temperatures from 14-32.2°C (58-90°F)

Getting There

You will want to fly into Tampa International Airport, which is served by many major US, UK and European airlines. Air Transit, Allegiant, Frontier Airlines, Sunwing Airlines and Vision Airlines serve the smaller Clearwater/St. Petersburg Airport. Both airports are clean and convenient, and the choice can be made solely on the cost of the ticket.

Once at the airport, you will have to rent a car or hire a taxi to get to the beach. While in Clearwater, FL, you can get around via your car rental or take a taxi. There is also a bus service as well as the trolley, which can take you to pretty much any destination in town. Both the buses and the trolleys offer low-cost day passes, so that you can ride all day.

• Airports: Tampa International Airport; Clearwater/St. Petersburg Airport

• Rental car or tax

• Buses and trolley are low cost

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