Stay & Play Vacation Rentals and Watersports Clearwater Beach

09/14/2026

Clearwater’s best days often start where the pavement ends. 🌴🚤

Planning a day on the water? Our latest local guide breaks down 7 boat charter options around Clearwater — from private sandbar-hopping with Salt Sand Adventures, to fishing trips with Reel Runner, to a laid-back floating tiki bar with Cruisin’ Tikis.

You’ll also find ideas for dolphin watching, sunset cruises, Caladesi Island, Three Rooker Island, what to bring, and how to choose between a private and shared charter.

Save this one for your next Gulf Coast getaway, then read the full guide: https://stayandplayclearwater.com/blog/7-best-boat-charters-in-clearwater-florida-2026-guide

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09/13/2026

Your camera roll could use a day like this 📸🌊

Grab your favorite person and hit the water with Idle Speed Watersports! Explore Clearwater by jet ski, keep an eye out for wild dolphins, and make some memories worth taking home. 🐬☀️

Ready to get in the picture? Tap the link in our bio, pick your tour, and book your ride! 🤙

09/11/2026

Only have 24 hours in Clearwater Beach? Here's the local-approved way to spend it 🌴

Start with breakfast steps from the sand, hit the water on a jet ski tour, refuel with fresh seafood, wander Pier 60, catch a sunset dolphin cruise, and finish with rooftop drinks overlooking the coast.

It’s the perfect mix of adventure, beach time, and local flavor — without wasting a minute. Save this for your next Gulf Coast getaway, then turn the itinerary into a stay: https://stayandplayclearwater.com/post/24-hour-clearwater-beach-itinerary

Stay here. Play here. Experience Clearwater like a local. 🌊

09/07/2026

🌴 Did you know palm trees aren't actually trees? They're more closely related to grasses and orchids!

Next time you're strolling Beach Walk or soaking up the sun on Clearwater Beach, look up — there's an incredible variety of palms shaping that postcard-perfect view. Our latest guide breaks down 7 iconic species you'll spot around town:

🌴 Sabal Palmetto — Florida's state tree, also called the Cabbage Palm. Salt-tolerant, hurricane-proof, and can live over 100 years.

🥥 Coconut Palm — Not actually native! They arrived in Florida in the late 1800s, possibly from a shipwreck. But they give us that classic island vibe we all love.

👑 Royal Palm — The showstopper. Can reach 80+ feet with a trunk that looks like smooth concrete.

🍃 Queen Palm — The workhorse of Florida landscaping. Graceful, feathery fronds that sway beautifully in the Gulf breeze.

Quick ID tip: Fan palms like the Sabal have leaves shaped like a hand. Feather palms like the Coconut and Queen have leaves like a bird's feather.

Best spots to see them all? Beach Walk, Honeymoon Island State Park, and the Pinellas Trail.

Read the full local's guide → https://stayandplayclearwater.com/blog/7-iconic-palm-trees-clearwater-florida

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09/06/2026

THIS WEEK IN CLEARWATER 🌴 Sept 6 - 12

Your weekly insider’s guide to what’s happening around the beach:

🍅 Sun 9/6 — Dunedin Farmers Market (Dunedin) — FREE
🎤 Thu 9/10 — Ann Wilson of Heart @ Ruth Eckerd Hall (Clearwater)
🛍️ Thu 9/10 — Downtown’s Backyard Market (Tampa) — FREE
⚾ Fri 9/11 — Rays vs. Astros (Tropicana Field, St. Pete)
🎨 Sat 9/12 — Second Saturday ArtWalk (St. Pete) — FREE
🎸 Sat 9/12 — Tampa Bay Blues Festival (Tampa)
✨ Sat 9/12 — Bruno Mars @ Amalie Arena (Tampa)
🤠 Sat 9/12 — The Mavericks @ BayCare Sound (Clearwater)

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09/04/2026

🌴 Ever wonder what kind of palms you’re seeing around Clearwater Beach?

Our local guide makes it easy to spot the difference — from Florida’s native Sabal Palmetto and low-growing Saw Palmetto to the graceful Queen Palm and classic coconut palm. Quick tip: fan-shaped fronds usually mean a hardier fan palm, while feather-like fronds create that lush tropical look we all love.

For the best real-life palm tour, stroll Beach Walk, explore Honeymoon Island, or follow a stretch of the Pinellas Trail. It’s a simple way to slow down, look up, and see a little more of the place you’re visiting. 🌊

Read the full local guide: https://stayandplayclearwater.com/blog/7-iconic-palm-trees-in-clearwater-florida-a-locals-guide

What’s your favorite Clearwater palm backdrop — beach, balcony, or sunset? 📸

09/03/2026

Only in Clearwater 🐬🌴 Nothing beats seeing dolphins while riding a jet ski! Come experience the wild side of Clearwater Beach with us 🌊

09/02/2026

More than half a decade of fun in the sun! ☀️🌊

For over five incredible years, our guests have brought the smiles, energy and adventure to every jet ski tour. We love being part of your Clearwater memories—and we’re just getting started! 🐬💙

09/01/2026

🚨 CALL-IN SPECIAL — TODAY THROUGH THURSDAY ONLY! 🚨

Ride the wake for less this week. Our 90-minute Jet Ski Tour is $120 per jet ski (regularly $150) — but you've gotta call us and mention this post to lock it in.

📞 Call 727-605-4211
📅 Valid Tuesday, Sept 1 – Thursday, Sept 3
⚠️ Phone bookings only — mention this Instagram/Facebook post to redeem

Grab your spot before the tide runs out on this one. 🌊🛥️

08/31/2026

Only have 24 hours in Clearwater Beach? Make every hour count. 🌴

Start with breakfast at Clear Sky, hit the Gulf on a guided jet ski tour, refuel with fresh seafood at Crabby’s, stroll Pier 60, chase the sunset on a dolphin cruise, and finish the day with rooftop drinks overlooking the coast.

It’s the kind of day that balances a little adventure with a lot of local flavor — and it all starts with choosing the right home base.

Read our local itinerary guide for the full plan, plus ideas for making your Clearwater getaway feel like more than just a beach day:
https://stayandplayclearwater.com/blog/24-hour-clearwater-beach-itinerary

Stay here. Play here. Experience Clearwater like a local.

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