VisitSPC.com/MadeiraBeach Beaches Madeira Beach& John's Pass At first glance, Madeira Beach is a cute Old Florida beach town, but dust off those sunglasses. Mad Beach -as the locals call it -is now a recreation-filled epicenter of family fun. The town’s walkable strip offers dining options, shops and restaurants at all price points. Some have even been around for more than five decades. Even more impressive, Madeira’s spacious sandy beach sits on 2.5 miles of continuous shoreline, perfect for sandcastle construction projects and napping under big umbrellas. RECENT BUZZ: A mix of tranquil escape and spunky fun explains why Madeira Beach scored No. 9 on Tripadvisor’s Best Beaches in the U.S. list for 2021. WHERE TO STAY: The Courtyard by Marriott Madeira Beach relaxes guests with next-gen-eration comfort and west coast Florida charm. The super-stylish Cambria Hotel has a rooftop infinity pool. WHERE TO PLAY: There’s no better example of old meets new than John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk . Rustic shanty trappings lead to a waterfront view and Hubbard’s Marina, where you can charter a boat to go fishing, rent Jet Skis and get giggly on floating Tiki bars. Spend hours enjoying contemporary eats, memora-bilia shops and even homemade taffy. WHAT LOCALS KNOW: The Candy Kitchen is celebrating its 75th anniversary in the community in 2025. Alcoholic beverages are allowed on the beach but not in glass containers. VISITSPC .COM 33
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