BEACHES VisitSPC.com/IRB A Key West-like strip with a small-town vibe, Indian Rocks Beach and Indian Shores flow into one another along a pedestrian-friendly strip, packing in a surprising variety of restaurants, bars and shops. It’s where quaint bungalows and houses on stilts haven’t given way to high-rises. You’re always steps away from fresh seafood and a friendly pub and just a few steps from the shore via easy access points. INDIAN ROCKS BEACH/ INDIAN SHORES Seaside Seabird Sanctuary Splash Harbour Water Park RECENT BUZZ: Both destinations are consistently highly rated on Tripadvisor for being clean, safe and family-oriented. WHERE TO STAY: Rent a cozy cottage or vacation home with a pool from Gulfside Resorts . WHERE TO PLAY: Whether you dig aquatic thrills or just want to chill, Splash Harbour Water Park has everything from steep slides to gentle lazy rivers at the recently revamped New Hotel Collection Harbourside Resort . The Seaside Seabird Sanctuary gives gulls, hawks and owls a new lease on life. Ride an e-bike or try out a Scoot Coupe (like bumper cars without the bumping) or a beach wheelchair, among other vehicles and vessels from Green Iguana Rentals . WHAT LOCALS KNOW: Mahuffer’s is a classic dive bar, and the Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve tucks away a hidden, dog-friendly boardwalk and mangrove habitat. 30 AMERICA’S FAVORITE BEACHES
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