* Drive to the Ellenton Outlets for a shopper's dream! Just a 20 minute drive from St. Petersburg Be

Sun, sand, ocean waves, spectacular sunsets what could be more refreshing than a getaway to a tropical paradise? If you think you can’t afford a weekend jaunt, then you should know about St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. A barrier island community located just off the western Florida coastline, St. Pete Beach officials has been working overtime to get out the word that their sandy beaches and Gulf waters have been unaffected by the BP oil spill. Temperatures cruises from san diego to hawaii are warm all year long, but the best months to go are March through November.
Getting to St. Petersburg Beach is easy and affordable, too. Roundtrip fares from New York, Washington D.C., or Baltimore, start around cruises from san diego to hawaii $200. Hotels are also reasonable with three star hotels, like Alden Beach Resort Suites, starting around $99 a night, and four star hotels, like the Trade Winds Sandpiper Hotel (above), starting cruises from san diego to hawaii at $148 a night.
• Visit Pass-A-Grille Beach for an afternoon. This small, serene, beautiful beachfront community has a collection of shops and offers many activities, such as boating and parasailing. The surf is turquoise blue and the quiet neighborhood makes it easy to kick back and relax. Unwind on the beach or look for exotic shells in the surf. Go to www.pass-a-grillebeach.com for more information
• Go to the Lake Manatee State Park. Especially in the winter months, this park offers up close views of 50-plus manatees. Watch the manatees just marvel in the wide array of wildlife and vegetation that surrounds the preserves’ grounds. Go to www.floridastateparks.org for more information.
cruises from san diego to hawaii • Check out the Don Casear Hotel. Even if you can’t afford this five star hotel’s hefty price tag (rooms start at around $275 a night), cruises from san diego to hawaii treat yourself to a dinner at the Martina Grille, voted one of the Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in the United States by Gayot Guide and for the past 15 years has received AAA’s 4 diamond rating. cruises from san diego to hawaii With vast pools overlooking the ocean and tasty meals at the in-house restaurants, spend an afternoon or night soaking up this pink palace’s rich history and décor (It’s even rumored cruises from san diego to hawaii to be haunted!) For dining, spa or accommodation information, go to www.loewshotels.com .
• Drive to the Ellenton Outlets for a shopper’s dream! Just a 20 minute drive from St. Petersburg Beach, this collection of over 130 designer stores, such as Ann Taylor, Michael Kors, Coach, White House Black Market, and more provide a shopper’s paradise at very affordable prices. Shops can offer clothes at 70 percent off the original price, cruises from san diego to hawaii the reason many shoppers bring along an extra suitcase. Go to  www.primeoutlets.com for more information about location and the stores.
• Spend a day relaxing on the St. Petersburg Beach . With miles of beautiful white sand beaches and clear water, it’s easy to spend an afternoon soaking your feet in the water or relaxing with a good book. Make it your personal haven for recharging your batteries on a long weekend. For visiting information, go to www.stpetebeach.org .
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