BEACHES VisitSPC.com/PAG Pass-a-Grille Beach gets aura points for its Old Florida beach town trappings. Stroll the easy-to-access shore with wispy sea oats, or grab a fishing pole and cast a line alongside the pelicans at Merry Pier . Palm trees and sea grapes line sidewalks presided by Victorian and Queen Anne houses and Craftsman bungalows. Festive restaurants, bars, colorful shops and indulgent-filled cafes add chic and funky plot twists to Pass-a-Grille’s historic adventure. PASS-A-GRILLE BEACH RECENT BUZZ: The Inn on the Beach won the 2023 Traveler’s Choice Award and Booking.com’s 2023 Traveller Review Award . WHERE TO STAY: A rooftop bar with sunset views can be enjoyed at The Berkeley Beach Club , which embodies Pass-a-Grille’s classic style. Originally built in 1912, the Havana Inn is the best of both worlds with vintage vibes and modern amenities, recently remodeled this century. WHERE TO PLAY: The Shell Key Shuttle and Offshore Hustler fishing charters run trips daily. Order a PBR at the half-century-plus-old tavern, Shadrack’s . WHAT LOCALS KNOW: Every sunset, locals and visitors alike gather at Paradise Grille to count down and applaud our biggest star as she makes her exit. Someone, an appointed “Head Ding-Dong,” volunteers to ring a ceremonial bell to mark the end of the day. The Seahorse Restaurant , a locals’ fave, has been open since 1938. 36 AMERICA’S FAVORITE BEACHES
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