Gulf To Bay St. Pete Clearwater FL

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St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): Offering low fares, small crowds and connections from 60 nonstop destinations in the United States and Canada, this conveniently located airport lands passengers close to area beaches. Parking and transportation are easy to access. 14700 Terminal Blvd., Clearwater, (727) 453-7800, fly2pie.com.

Tampa International Airport (TPA): Less than an hour from award-winning beaches and waterfront resorts, Tampa International Airport is repeatedly rated by passengers as one of the best airports in the country. 4100 George J. Bean Parkway, Tampa, (813) 870-8700, tampaairport.com.

Sunscreen is a must no matter what time of year you visit. UV-protective sunglasses and wide- brimmed hats are also good ideas. Shorts and sandals, or resort-casual clothing, are the standard dress codes. Cooler breezes in the winter might require a light sweater or jacket and long pants.

St. Pete/Clearwater temperatures are moderated by the surrounding waters, keeping summer averages in the high 80s and winters rarely below 60 degrees.

SunRunner: The new SunRunner bus is the first of its kind in Tampa Bay – it even has its own lane. The 10-mile, 30-stop route is a great way to get from the beach to the Burg and connects riders to some of the area’s most-visited destinations. SunRunner offers free Wi-Fi and has charging stations at each seat. The bus runs every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 8 p.m. to midnight. Download Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority’s Transit App to get started. psta.net.

Jolley Trolley: The vintage-style Clearwater Jolley Trolley’s beach and coastal routes operate daily around Clearwater Beach and neighboring coastal towns, including The District in Downtown Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. clearwaterjolleytrolley.com.

Suncoast Beach Trolley: Visitors can explore all the beach towns along Gulf Boulevard from Clearwater Beach to St. Pete Beach. Exact fare is required. psta.net.

Trolley Pub St. Petersburg: Want to make a party out of getting around? The Trolley Pub is a BYOB, pedal-powered, pub-crawling trolley for up to 15 people. It’s not only a fun mode of transportation, but a great way to experience many of the craft beer breweries throughout downtown St. Pete. trolleypub.com/stpetersburg/.

Downtown Looper: The Downtown Looper electric bus connects major attractions within downtown St. Pete, including the Dalí Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, Beach Drive and more. The free service operates seven days a week. psta.net.

Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority: PSTA is the public transit provider for the St. Pete/Clearwater area, including the beaches and Route 300X Airport Express from Tampa International Airport. psta.net.

Ride Sharing: Uber and Lyft are offered through-out the region. Get the apps and connect with a ride in minutes. uber.com and lyft.com.

Coast Bike Share (Powered by HOPR): Explore downtown St. Pete on a bike (including a new fleet of electric bikes) from one of Coast Bike Share’s many stations. You can rent from one station and return to another. It’s a great way to cruise along the city’s waterfront or view the vast display of murals throughout downtown. gohopr.com/coast/.

Electric Scooters: St. Pete has added popular electric scooter rentals to its transportation options. Visitors can download phone apps to find Razor scooters with a seat or standing models from Veo from a myriad of corrals around the city. Riders are charged $1 to unlock the scooters, then once they’re unlocked, they’re charged by the minute. razor.com and veoride.com.

Bicycles for One or More: Bike rentals are available in Dunedin, Safety Harbor, St. Pete Beach, St. Pete and Tarpon Springs. Visitors can rent cruiser bikes, double surreys for up to six riders plus two children and more. The types of bikes available for rent vary by location. wheelfunrentals.com.

Boat Tours and Rentals: If you love the water, you’re sure to enjoy guided nature tours by boat, or try out a sunset cruise, paddling trails or a ride on a pirate ship. There’s also the option to rent a small powerboat for an independent voyage out into the water. Choose your own adventure in the St. Pete/Clearwater area at VisitSPC.com/Boating.

Clearwater Ferry: Visit Clearwater Beach using this water taxi and avoid traffic and parking hassles. Free parking is available at downtown Clearwater and Dunedin stops, with taxi stops at the Clearwa- ter Beach Marina, North Beach (Rec Center), downtown Dunedin and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium/Island Estates. Reservations are required. clearwaterferry.com.

Cross Bay Ferry: This ferry connects downtown St. Pete to downtown Tampa by way of an approximately 50-minute scenic cruise across the calm waters of Tampa Bay. The ferry operates Wednesdays through Sundays (plus during NHL Tampa Bay Lightning home games) from October until May. thecrossbayferry.com.

The award-winning beaches, parks and museums of St. Pete/Clearwater are places that every visitor will want to enjoy. Local resident Beth Stombaugh (above), who has been a manual wheelchair user all her life, provides firsthand, expert insight on accessibility in the destination.

Besides its gorgeous white sands and emerald- green waters, Clearwater Beach is one of Beth’s top picks for beach accessibility because it offers motorized beach wheelchairs at no charge, which can make exploring a lot easier. Three powered and four manual beach wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis at Clearwater Lifeguard Tower 0.

Boca Ciega Millennium Park, just 2.5 miles west of Indian Shores, is part of the “Great Florida Birding Trail” and offers two wheelchair- accessible trails to explore. Its ADA accessible playground features a poured rubber surface for easier mobility and offers barrier-free interaction for children of all abilities from ages 2-12.

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