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• Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer

  Written by Connie Langhorst No Comments
  Last Updated: June 29, 2009

  Nat King Cole said (well, sang) it best:

  Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer
  those days of soda and pretzels and beer
  roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer
  you’ll wish that summer could always be here!

  Summer is here!  It’s the perfect time to enjoy a variety of fun and refreshing water sports, including jet skiing, kayaking, kite boarding, power boating, sailing, and wind surfing.  The South Gulf Beaches area of Pinellas County (FL) is home to these activities-and more!

  Visitors and residents need only visit Dolphin Landings in St. Pete Beach behind the Dolphin Village shopping center, historic Merry Pier in Pass-a-Grille, or The Pier in downtown St. Petersburg, to arrange for a sunset sail, dolphin watch, deep sea fishing, power boat cruise, snorkeling, nature tour, or island adventure to Egmont Key and Shell Key.    

  Check out Starlite Cruises, which operates five vessels in the intracoastal waterways of coastal Florida, with locations in Clearwater and St. Petersburg.  Consider a sightseeing cruise, luncheon or dinner cruise aboard the Starlite Majesty Dinner Yacht or Starlite Princess Riverboat.  Or, how about a tropical island party cruise aboard the Calypso Queen or a dolphin watch adventure aboard the Dolphin Racer speedboat.  Starlite Cruises additionally offers a nature eco-tour aboard the Sea Life Safari. 

  This “fun for the family” excursion is a two-hour scenic boat ride.  Billed as a Sea Life Safari Eco Tour, the adventure is hosted by Clearwater Marine Aquarium.  You’ll travel to Shell Island and spend time looking for seashells on the beach at Compass Island.  And, you’ll get a bird’s eye view (pun intended) of sanctuaries for some of our area’s most beautiful and exotic birds.  You’ll have a chance to see, touch, and learn about marine creatures that are native to the Suncoast of Florida.  Kids of all ages will enjoy this hands-on learning experience.  No matter what cruise or adventure you choose, you’ll interact with a variety of birds, dolphins, fish, seahorses, turtles, and other fascinating sea life! 

  Its summer and the communities of Pinellas County (FL) are abuzz with activity in celebration of the season.  And, many events are planned to commemorate the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend!  

  To conclude, let me add, as an enticement, any time is a great time to visit the South Gulf Beaches.  But summertime is a golden gem.  The sun shines, our beaches glisten, the water sparkles, and the nighttime horizon dazzles. 

  Plan a trip to one of our area’s top-rated beaches, enjoy a multitude of water sports, or chill out by a cool pool.  On the Fourth, take in a parade, plan a picnic, and enjoy a fireworks display. 

  Remember . . . we’re on island time.  Don’t be lazy . . . it won’t be hazy . . . you’ll be crazy not to enjoy summer staples of soda and pretzels and [root] beer! 

  Just another day in Paradise Found! 

  Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! 

  Thanks for visiting!

  NOTE:  Photos courtesy of Dolphin Landings, Starlite Cruises, and The Pier.