Thank you for your recommendations! What are your thoughts about the Renaissance Vinoy Resort? I'm traveling with my parents and husband- no kids. I'm thinking that we'd like to have a relaxing resort type vacation so lots of doing nothing and lounging at the pool/beach. ... more

... is a lovely place to stay and everything downtown St. Pete is within walking distance. Since you have 6 days, I would suggest a rental for a few days just to do some leisurely site seeing. The trolley is a nice option for to and from the beach....have fun ... more

... the at Vinoy for a one day car rental if you want to head to the beach for a day. I don't think it's all the convenient to get to the beach on public transportation. It would probably take AT LEAST an hour each direction (if not more ... more

... to rent a car. Summer rental rates shouldn't be too too bad on the car, and you're going to want/need it if you plan on getting around a bit. As for things to do, in St Pete there's the Pier, Baywalk, the Great Explorations Science Museum ... more

... all year too. You'll absolutely want a wet suit, and I'm not sure the rental places have them, and I don't think it's cost effective to purchase one for just a week's vacation. Your hotel can probably point you in the right direction for that ... more

... on any of our beaches, except sort of John's Pass in Treasure Island. That's about it. We have great beach bars and fabulous restaurants too. But if I was taking a vacation here I would by far choose the east coast over us here on the west coast ... more

... the trolley to putt-putt golf or to get ice cream at the Candy Kitchen without worry. Adults can have dinner out and enjoy a couple of cocktails without the concern of DUI. I hope this information is some help to you in finding a spot for your next vacation ... more

... more tourist orientated lodging (daily rentals), beach bars ... ... Key which has lots of very high end condominiums. but they usually have a rental minimum of 90 days. Pinellas County and Hillsborough County or Tampa area (next county east) has many good restaurants and sporting events that most people find enjoyable ... more

Taking a 2 day trip looking for a great place to move or plan for an extended vacation. Can anyone give me some inside info about the lifestyles in these 3 locations? Age, culture, affordability, fun, etc. Thanks ... more