St Pete Beach Florida | How to Spend a Day at the BEST Florida Beach

[@chrisgarnett7170]

Keep up the content!

[@Explorcation]

Thank you Chris, we very much appreciate your generosity and willingness to support our channel 💗 we hope to be able to create content for years to come!

[@Markeye574]

HI I live here love the beach go here everyday

[@glory70x]

@@Explorcation Thanks for your video's. Im coming tomorrow to Saint Petersburg from New York for medical treatments and the 🏖 beach

[@tinas7603]

My Husband and I are moving there tomorrow. I cannot wait!

[@Explorcation]

That's so exciting, Tina. We hope your move goes smoothly and that you love living here as much as we do!!

[@HaswellTravelled]

Amazing beach on a nice sunny day! Well done, my friends 👍. Big like. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend 😀.

[@Explorcation]

And thank you for watching!

[@TideKnotTravellers]

Those origami 💵 were so clever! Looked like a great little Parisian restaurant😋 No. 1 beach in the US, that’s a big title! The slide looks so fun! Skylar you’re brave getting so close to the swans, the ones in England are pretty aggressive and would definitely hiss if we got that close! 🦢 You guys did so much before it even got to midday! A shady spot with soft sand and a tropical drink sounds dreamy, Bongos looks perfect, that and the Reggae would’ve kept us there for lunch and beyond! Love the new hat choice! 😍

[@Explorcation]

Yeah we think the title is well deserved, but of course we are quite biased! Bongos is definitely one of our new favorites. The Reggae music was a definite plus. Glad those swans were nicer than the England versions, or I may be missing an eye right now😄

[@abdihakimahmed3288]

Your video guide to St Pete beach is thorough/helpful/Amazing. Am going there next week, Thanks for sharing :)

[@Explorcation]

We are so glad to hear that you found our video helpful, Abdihakim! We hope that your time in St. Pete Beach is as enjoyable as ours was!

[@BeingBedingfield]

Cafe Soleil looks amazing 🤤 I’ve never seen watermelon as a side though, very interesting. The coffee looked really yum! That beach...wow! The white sand looks like it goes on forever. Bongos is definitely a place that we would love! Your lunch looked really delicious. But the food at Salty’s looked very interesting and different. Great way to end the day...sunset walk on the beach and beers at the brewery 🤗

[@Explorcation]

It really was a fun day but all the sun, eating, and drinking made us so exhausted. We definitely can't do videos like that every weekend 😄

[@LucasWorldTravel]

Wow, how nice to live by the #1 beach in America! Those pastries look amazing! Love your parking and restaurant tips and your swan friend was so cute! It's nice that you showed the difference between the early morning and the afternoon rush. Great info!

[@Explorcation]

Yes it's amazing the difference a few hours can make regarding the crowds on the beach. You can have it almost to yourself even on a weekend if you get out before 9:00 am.

[@clopezz29]

Thank you for the added touch and details like what time the swarms of people get to the beach and the parking fees. These little things can make a huge difference when planning a trip.

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment! It's always nice to hear when people find the extra info we include to be beneficial!

[@holymichael289]

Spent a summer on St Pete Beach when I was younger. My favorite beach in Florida, hands down! I love how there's so much sand and how at night all of the buildings light up different colors. Great to smoke a joint and walk the beach at night.

[@holymichael289]

You have to eat at The Sloppy Pelican and right next to it is Filthy Phil's. Awesome beach bars there.

[@Explorcation]

I believe that both of those places have been closed, unfortunately. We would have loved to try them out.

[@zm6323]

I've been binge watching your vids you guys, awesome! Every meal looks yummy and amazing 😛

[@Explorcation]

Wow you really are getting into a lot of them! We're so happy you are enjoying the channel and can't wait to hear about your adventures when you are able to get moved down here!

[@TheMapPinners]

Wow that is such a nice beach to live so close too 😍 I would go everyday. Also the swans were so cute and now I’m craving a Bloody Mary after watching this 😋 it looked delicious!

[@Explorcation]

It really is nice, and we do see why it was ranked #1. Any day that involves bloody marys and a beach is a great day!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Just sitting here drooling over that quiche!! Great tip about the parking app. I'd love to try that Bloody Mary bar. And Bongos seemed really nice, my hubby would love the shade 😎. I've never heard of a 45 minute hangover cure, seems interesting. The food looked realy good and now I'm looking up trips to St. Pete's!!

[@Explorcation]

I'm still drooling over that quiche. I really didn't realize how great quiche could be! And yes, Bongos may just be our second home this summer 😅

[@ryansmith8083]

My daughter said stop looking at me swan when the swans came up haha. Good video!

[@Explorcation]

That is great! So what is her position on the great shampoo vs. conditioner debate?! 😅

[@martinholroyd7605]

Great memories of popping into the Drunken clam for a philly cheese steak....laid back pub....Great video..

[@Explorcation]

We need to make it back there to try the food, we have heard great things about the food there too!

[@kevinpuertovlogz]

Good morning from Philippines. I always enjoy your videos. Keep safe and God bless always 🙏👍🐟⛵😊

[@Explorcation]

We're so happy to hear that you are enjoying them, Kevin. We really appreciate the support!

[@brislife2924]

My 3 year old loves your videos too🥰 she just watched this whole thing before falling asleep. She loves seeing the food you eat 😆

[@Explorcation]

Oh wow that's so awesome to hear, Bri! Food is definitely one topic that literally everyone is interested in!

[@beckhykes7733]

I need to make my way down to St Pete Beach, I can see why it is ranked as #1! Beautiful beach with a bunch of good food and drinks around with activities!

[@Explorcation]

Yeah it's hard to beat. Hope you can make your way down here sometime!

[@KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens]

Ah guys, wow! You guys are li the luckiest people on the planet living so close to the number 1 Beach in USA. There is so much to do there, definitely agree to have a nice early morning stroll before the crowds. The slides on St Pete Beach looks like such fun. The Don Cesar looks abs beautiful, would absolutely love to stay there regardless that's its haunted. Cool that you have the parking app, so handy right. Ooooh the drinks look great, would definitely give that a go. Great video guys, I have such fomo not living close to the beach. Thanks for sharing this awesome video.

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for the thoughtful comments! We are definitely lucky to live here, although we did choose to move here, so we give ourselves a little credit for just having great taste 😅

[@N.C.52]

Thank you for this! We just booked out first trip here, can’t wait! Also the woman at the coffee shop in the beginning is so sweet!

[@Explorcation]

Yeah Mary at the Cafe Soleil was the best! Be sure to stop in and visit her if you like delicious coffee and pastries, you won't be disappointed. Thanks so much for watching, and enjoy your trip!

[@N.C.52]

@@Explorcation thank you! 😇

[@missl5254]

We are going this 4th of July for our son's 18th bday & super excited!!

[@Explorcation]

As you should be. Just be prepared for a lot of traffic! SPB is definitely the place to be on the 4th, and you'll find so much going on right on the beach!

[@AprilChu]

The croissant and the quiche look soooo delicious! Actually all the French pastries at the cafe look so good. The huge inflatable slide would be a must stop for us. I would definitely stop by the Drunken Clam...strong, reasonably priced drinks??? YES, please! The sunset over the beach looks gorgeous...I can see why St. Pete Beach is voted the #1 beach in America. And nope, I would not stay at a haunted hotel!

[@Explorcation]

It was all so good. Makes us really want to visit France. Skylar says he will not stay at the hotel because it is crazy expensive, but the haunted part doesn't bother him. I think it would be scary, but I'd probably still do it.

[@SC-gp7kt]

My first time to your channel and I love it.........I can tell you guys are fellow FOODIES!!!! 💜😎💚🍍💙🏖

[@Explorcation]

Glad you like it and thanks so much for the support. We love adventure and trying new things, especially new foods/restaurants!

[@AquariusTraveller]

This beach looks absolutely beautiful .....definitely adding to my list. I saw you post the Insta photo 💖💖 Those slides would be something I would give a go for sure. Matt and I are big kids...lol The bongos beach club looks like a prime spot...I love the tables in the sand. Send one of those hats over here for me too 😜👍 You have a huge selection of places there...well done guys

[@Explorcation]

Thank you! We had a lot of fun making this one. It's hard not to enjoy a day of great food and drinks on the beach! And Skylar is definitely going to get video going down that slide one of these days 😄

[@AquariusTraveller]

@@Explorcation I want to see that video. I actually have a camping spot with slides posting next week

[@Explorcation]

@@AquariusTraveller awesome! Can't wait to see it!

[@paulamcdonough1100]

My husband and I were there recently and loved it that we will be moving there from Mass. Cant wait!!😁😎

[@Explorcation]

That is very exciting 😀 we hope the moving process goes smoothly for you! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@abcwildlife6423]

such a beautiful channel you have here. l love all aspects of your channel,and am happy to subscribe here.l,m evo form Australia❤💓❤

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much for the kind comments and for your support!!

[@abcwildlife6423]

Welcome dear

[@LeBoof]

Loved when Skyler said that he was going to keep your drink and give you his beer. 😂 What an amazing day with a lot of great information. Especially on the parking. Lol fruit over there, but it's hidden under the bread. Gotta love those sunsets. Lol looks like a barbie decided to go skinny dipping. I'm loving these endings

[@Explorcation]

Yeah I knew Jamie was not gonna let that happen! She did at least let me have a few more sips.

[@Itsjustjazzduh]

I live here and used to work at Buona. The food is good but hearing that’s the best rated place blew my mind. I also used to work at the surf sho you were at. I worked at most of these places actually in my very early twenties. It’s interesting to see the illusion they create when you don’t know what’s behind the scenes lol

[@ExperienceFlorida]

St Pete is such a great place to visit in Florida! There’s so much to do there, great video 🤙

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching. We agree 100%!

[@billyyandle1947]

We watched this video before our trip to St. Pete Beach. We tried Buona and absolutely loved it. Bongos was so good we went several times. Thanks for the recommendations and great videos!

[@Explorcation]

It makes us so happy to get feedback like this, Billy. We love showing off our new home and helping visitors to enjoy it as much as we do. Thanks so much for watching!!

[@billyyandle1947]

@@Explorcation we loved St. Pete Beach and the Tampa Bay area! Wished we had more time to see more of the area! We can not wait to get back, until then we'll be watching your videos!

[@MD-lq2ll]

I'm thinking of going next weekend. We just want to relax on the beach for a few days, can you guys recommend any places to stay? Hotel or airbnb? Do I need to rent a car or is uber better option?

[@Explorcation]

We hope you make it back soon :) We are continuing to film in the Tampa Bay area and greatly appreciate you watching our channel ❤

[@OurTravelPlace]

What a gorgeous beach, it looks pretty huge and I would definitely want to go down that slide 😄 Did that bloody Mary have a pretzel stick in it?! 😂 Glad you got to try Bongos...what was in that white monkey drink? It looked so good! I really enjoyed this video, although watching your videos in winter makes me very jealous of your weather, haha

[@Explorcation]

Yes it was a pretzel stick. First time I've seen one of those in a bloody mary, but it was good. I wish I could remember all the ingredients in that drink! If I did, I'd try to recreate it at home!

[@alaynagrace2343]

I have watched so many of your St. Pete videos! I am moving down there this summer and feel more prepared after watching your videos. Are there a lot of public golf courses there? I’m planning on working at one as a cart girl :).

[@Explorcation]

We're so happy to hear that our videos have helped you feel prepared for your move, Alayna! We hope you love living down here as much as we do. There are definitely public golf courses in the area, although neither of us are big golfers and we couldn't tell you the names of any. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@nattynua7300]

Firstly thank you for all the great St Pete's videos they have been so helpful. My husband and I are going to be staying there for a few days this summer and are torn between the Hilton Garden and the Bellweather [which we think is the funny shaped hotel] which one would you recommend in terms of easy to reach amenities and stretch of beach. Many thanks in advance.

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much for the kind comment! We're so happy to hear that you have found our videos to be helpful! Regarding the two hotels, both locations are great. We've never actually stayed at either, but from what we have seen of the Bellwether, it would have to be our pick.

[@nattynua7300]

Thank you so much for taking the time. We loved your sunset dinner there too, so the Bellweather it is!

[@alexgon2910]

We recently took a trip to Tampa area and we use some of your recommendations and we wanted to say thank you they where really good

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much for leaving this comment ❤ we really appreciate it and hope you had a great trip :)

[@TiaandAndy]

Looks like an amazing area, and the beach looks phenomenal!

[@Explorcation]

Yes it is very beautiful, and more popular than ever!

[@LovingLifeHitchedUp]

Great information. We're working on a video about St.Pete as well. Love all the activities. 👍#35

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for the support. We will be excited to see your take on St. Pete!!

[@violetabuzetta1876]

Hello !!..Great video!! I have a question, is there a parking lot to go to the beach next to Bongos or the tradewinds resort??, We would like to park close by any of two those places , and be able to go to the beach!! Will that be posible??

[@Explorcation]

Hello, Violeta. Both establishments do also have designated parking spots for people who are visiting the beach bars or restaurants. We're not sure if anyone monitors the lots or if they would care if you went to the beach after visiting their establishments. There is also metered parking on 64th Street about .4 miles north of Tradewinds and a public beach access parking at 4700 Gulf Blvd about .5 miles south of Bongos. You can use the parking app to add time to your meter electronically if you end up staying at the beach longer than expected. We hope this helps!

[@violetabuzetta1876]

@@Explorcation Thank you 😊

[@TravelInteresante]

When we are in Florida next time, I would love to see this beach and will make some time at that café! I am craving some croissant now lol Would be nice to stay at one of those resorts. Oh look at the swan! I would definitely not stay at a haunted hotel, haha! Steve loves Bloody Mary, we took down this place ;) Thanks for all these great recos! When was this filmed?

[@Explorcation]

We're glad you think you'll be able to use some of our tips someday. We just filmed the video last weekend. We are not ahead on content at all anymore unfortunately!

[@sierrawilson6632]

St. Pete is so fun, can't wait to get back for a visit! So envious of that beautiful weather! I'm currently in frigid Ohio but planning to move to Florida in 2021. Are you two Florida natives?

[@Explorcation]

We hope you are starting to thaw out up there in Ohio. We are originally from Iowa and Kansas, so we are familiar with the frigid winters as well! We hope you make it back to St Pete to visit soon. It just keeps getting better!

[@Tawnieandwayne]

Looks like you guys had an amazing time! We grew up in Florida and didn’t realize St Pete beach had that great of a ranking even though we’ve been there many times. Very interesting to learn.

[@Explorcation]

So glad to hear you have experienced this area too, it really is a fun place. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Westrex_YT]

I have watched several videos but am wondering have you done any of the dolphin/snorkeling tours? If so do you have any recommendations?

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching our channel! We've done a couple boat tours out of Clearwater Beach where we did sea dolphins and also one out of Palm Harbor, but we've never done one out of St. Pete Beach. We've also done a couple island ferry's with Hubbard's Marina out of Fort Desoto (which is close to St. Pete Beach). They do offer dolphin tours (and I believe snorkeling tours) as well, so you may want to check out their website.

[@genehinders9639]

I've got the Drunken Clam marked on my Google Map as a place to stop by...heard it's been featured on one of the animated television shows and the food reviews are great too

[@Explorcation]

Great that it is already on your list, let us know what you think once you are able to go!

[@Sinekyre14]

Thanks. This gave me great insight into florida as a swede

[@Explorcation]

We're so glad that you found the video to be helpful. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@mastrysbrewingco.859]

Thanks for stopping in.

[@Explorcation]

No problem. We wish we would have made it in earlier when we still had daylight... our camera at the time was pretty poor in low light,, so our usable footage was very limited. We will surely be back to visit soon!

[@balto4]

Love your channel great vid I def plan on returning to the area. Pass a grille is a really nice stretch too

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching. We love Passe a Grille too, and hope to make a video on it someday as well!

[@balto4]

@@Explorcation I look forward to that. LOVE this channel

[@stacyambramorin]

Thank you I leave Saturday for St Pete Beach!

[@Explorcation]

Wohoo! We hope you enjoy your time in St. Pete Beach as much as we do! Thanks for watching, Stacy.

[@DjusLife]

Definitely don’t think we would stay at the hotel 😂 I cant watch scary movies or anything suspenseful even if I know it is fake 🤦🏼‍♀️. We definitely agree that Saint Pete has the most beautiful beaches in FL!! We got to be there for a wedding a few years ago but after this video we want to go back!!! The morning walk looked perfect! There were not the yellow awnings when we were there. They are so cute!

[@Explorcation]

The morning is definitely the time to walk St. Pete Beach, especially on the weekends. It can get busy quickly. I hope you guys get to come back to experience it again soon!

[@Vellisaden0207]

Ill be there in october for The bucs vs chiefs game so excited

[@Explorcation]

October is a great time of year to visit, Lincoln. We hope you have fun in St. Pete Beach and enjoy the game!

[@irfanasghar9999]

Liked and subscribed ❤️❤️👍💚💚

[@Explorcation]

Thank you so much for the support, Irfan!

[@dfrancois5520]

Thanks for the info, headed that way in late June.

[@Explorcation]

Our pleasure. We hope you enjoy your time in St. Pete Beach as much as we did!

[@faye5942]

We love going to Funky Sweets when we are in St Pete!:)

[@Explorcation]

Definitely a place we plan to check out soon!

[@OurNationalAdventure]

We have been exploring beaches and hidden gems. This was fun!♡

[@Explorcation]

We're glad you enjoyed it. Beach exploring = the best exploring!

[@xoxoxov]

mmmm, now I know where to go for delicious pastry! Cafe Soleil, njam, njam.

[@Explorcation]

Absolutely. That place is amazing! Thanks for watching!

[@KelbyAdamOurLifethroughalens]

It does look so good hey. So hungry now. ONE LOVE

[@stpetefl]

Awesome video! 😘❤️

[@Explorcation]

We appreciate the support, John!!

[@CallunaTrip]

great video, super the quality.

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much :)

[@gladysgriffin7347]

Love this beach.

[@Explorcation]

You and us both, Gladys!

[@lyletrate7700]

Hello I love Florida !!!!!!!!!!!

[@Explorcation]

You and us both, Lyle. Thanks so much for watching!

[@allisonkeefe4106]

Trying to decide which Marriott to stay at from Clearwater to St Pete's or should we just stay at a friend's condo and rent a car? Also walking it tough for me.

[@Explorcation]

Hi Allison, We have not stayed at either Marriott, so we are not able to advise you on which is nicer/better. If you are just trying to decide which beach town (Clearwater Beach or St. Pete Beach), we would recommend St. Pete Beach for a slightly more relaxed and adult friendly atmosphere, but Clearwater Beach for a family with younger children or teenagers.

[@carolynmclernon3973]

Fantastic content.

[@Explorcation]

Thank so much, Carolyn!

[@catrashoo]

I'll visit Bongos this coming weekend 🙃

[@Explorcation]

Oh that's great we LOVE Bongos. We hope the weather is cooperative for your visit!

[@camerawalk6515]

truly amazing video. new visitor here stay connected.

[@Explorcation]

We're so glad you liked it! Thank you so much for the support!

[@ericvdwilt4741]

maybe an idea for a video, rooftop bars and resterants in the area?

[@Explorcation]

Not a bad idea... we'll actually be showing one in our upcoming video, and could probably put together a compilation video using prior footage which would have at least 7 of them!

[@pattyshipman6401]

I love st. Pete’s Beach and enjoy your videos but it would be better if you both had your own separate plates and drinks when tasting the same food item or drink.

[@Explorcation]

We're glad you enjoy the channel and appreciate the suggestion, Patty. Thanks for watching!

[@Explorcation]

We hope this video highlights many of the wonderful establishments on St Pete Beach! If you are planning on visiting the area and have any questions let us know in the comments. And don't forget to share if you would stay at a haunted hotel in the beach!

[@1337Exile]

What hotel/resort did y'all stay at for that balcony view??

[@Explorcation]

@@1337Exile The balcony view is from a room at the Caprice Resort. It overlooks a nice stretch of the beach. Thanks for watching :)

[@BrianCarnevaleB26]

My Father sent me here after visiting here Now 36 years in the bank! 10 days and counting. Funny how we picked this place long before the internet. You actually had to read to learn great places. The gem of St Pete beach is Pass-A-Grille and this should be its own video and the history. Of this former fishing community. Never bored here unless you burn up in the sun! 😂😂😂

[@Explorcation]

@@BrianCarnevaleB26 you've known about how wonderful this area is for a while :) We agree, Pass-A-Grille is a real gem. And you are right, it is hard to be bored here, there is always something to do! Thanks so much for watching!

[@lezaingram1669]

Going at end of the month, and looking for the areas that teen/young adults hang out. Nightlife for them? Ages 17-19 and ps what hotel is haunted in this area? Or what areas are haunted. I love hearing the history on ghost tours but also believe in spirts that haven’t moved over/on

[@FayandDanExplore]

Hi you guys, wow that looks gorgeous! looks like its made with French flour. do they import it?

[@Explorcation]

That's a good question, and one that we will sure to ask next time we visit. Thanks for watching!!

[@desireedenman7052]

I’m so excited to be there on the 29th!

[@Explorcation]

That's awesome, Desiree. We hope you have an amazing time. Just a few short weeks away!

[@nocontractnocontract1686]

Hi, which hotel is in a walking distance from this beach?Which hotel you took?We will go to ST pet in July. Thx

[@Explorcation]

Sirata, Grand Plaza, and Bon-Aire are a few of the closest hotels/resorts, but there are several more within a mile so.

[@macklendd9178]

Hello I was binge watching these videos and I remember they ate somewhere and got a Bloody Mary with bacon and I can’t find where, any answers some how ? Ha ha

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to comment! We've had quite a few bloody marries over the last year or so of making these videos, but I don't recall one with bacon. That doesn't mean it didn't happen though 😅 If you might be thinking about one with a meat stick in it though, that one was at Mahuffer's in Indian Shores, and it was fantastic!

[@Explorcation]

So it just came to us. And you were right, we did have a Bloody Mary with bacon. It was at Sloppy Joe's in Treasure Island. Would highly recommend!

[@ScullyPop]

I've been down there before. That's party town! Clearwater Beach, too. Lived in New Port Ritchey a few months.

[@Explorcation]

We have some family friends up in New Port Richey. Nice place, much quieter than St Pete Beach and even moreso Clearwater Beach. We are going to have to wait till the spring breakers are long gone before we even attempt to make a Clearwater beach video!

[@financialcookbook]

Thank you! This is helpful!

[@Explorcation]

So happy to hear that you found our video to be beneficial!

[@SimplyMee..228]

Very helpful thanks

[@Explorcation]

You're welcome, and thanks so much for watching!

[@lisachristensen4212]

Can’t wait to go!

[@Explorcation]

We hope you enjoy it as much as we did, Lisa. Thanks for watching!

[@TheDetourDuo]

Wish we spent more time in St. Pete. Our favorite spot was Urban Brew

[@Explorcation]

We may be biased, but we sure love St. Pete. We have actually not been to Urban Brew yet, we may have to check it out!

[@TheDetourDuo]

@@Explorcation I think it's a little bit further inland in historic Kenwood. It took us 15 mins to get to St. Pete beach from there. There's a strip with a ton of restaurants beers and tacos was also a great place we found.

[@Explorcation]

@@TheDetourDuo oooh i know where it is now!

[@TheDetourDuo]

@@Explorcation yeah big fan of that area

[@SorgiStories]

Come north to Sobelman’s here in Milwaukee. Bloody Mary’s with entire fried chickens among the accoutrements. (Yes, we needed spellcheck for that word.)

[@Explorcation]

Sounds amazing. And no way I would have spelled that one correctly either.

[@SimplyMee..228]

I was just at Sobelman's on Saturday. absolute best burgers...👍🏾

[@SorgiStories]

@@SimplyMee..228 They are awesome.

[@genuEngine]

Can you walk up and down the beach freely , or is some of it private ? thanks

[@Explorcation]

You can definitely walk up and down the beach freely. Some establishments so own portions of the beach , but not all the way to the water. So if you stick to the portion of the beach close to the water, you'll be fine!

[@genuEngine]

@@Explorcation ok thank you , we're headed to Tampa next month and want to try St Pete's , thanks !

[@Explorcation]

@@genuEngine YW we hope you do make it over to St Pete and have a great visit :)

[@ahavens2463]

I see a lot of the same shelters on beach. Can you bring your own cabana or sun shelter? How much to rent the yellow shelters?

[@Explorcation]

Hi, you can bring your own sun shelter. We have used the small pop up tents but do see people set up large tents as well. I believe you just have to take them down at night. The yellow cabanas are rented through rental companies like Sand Dunes Beach Services (sanddunebeachservices.com/). We hope this helps!

[@8corymix8]

In Michigan it's 5 degrees in February. Lol

[@Explorcation]

😬 that is cold! Better to be in Florida in February 😀 Thanks so much for watching!

[@bradleyrupska4988]

Bongos is excellent! The only problem is there is no parking! We have been going there for about three years. The last year, the hotel wouldn't let us park in their lot. So, we started ubering there.

[@Explorcation]

Yeah we are lucky enough to have family who lives nearby, so we can park at their place and ride our scooters! But now with the new Sunrunner, we can get there for free all the way from downtown St. Pete!

[@djsahabatindonesia123]

Thank you for sharing about your vidio

[@Explorcation]

Our pleasure. And thank you for watching!

[@mohamedghoul3158]

Merci pour cette vidéo, think's

[@Explorcation]

Notre plaisir. Nous sommes vraiment heureux que vous ayez apprécié la vidéo ! Merci d'avoir regardé et pris le temps de commenter.

[@SorgiStories]

Oh, to be there right now!!

[@Explorcation]

Definitely much worse places to be 😄

[@mssaworldtravellers]

I missed travelling after seeing your video

[@Explorcation]

We hope you get to resume traveling soon. We miss it too but are so lucky to live in a place where so many people travel to.

[@mssaworldtravellers]

@@Explorcation yup hopefully. Looking to watch your next video

[@gloriabloise1618]

don't get me wrong, I live in st Pete and love our beach but I do think a quick drive to siesta key is worth it. Personally, I think its a little better over the bridge!

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for the comment, Glorida! As far as the quality of the sand and the overall quality of the beach itself, we can't disagree. We lived in Sarasota for 7 years and visited Siesta often. We have yet to find sand as soft as Siesta Key! Plus parking is free, and we love Siesta Village. That said, they have no bars or restaurants on the beach at Siesta, and St. Pete Beach has so many. So for us, it's a bit of a toss-up between Siesta, St. Pete Beach, and also Anna Maria Island for our favorite. Have you ever been to been to Anna Maria?

[@juancarlostejeda6977]

I'm traveling with my family for the first time to Florida, and want to know what beach is better to stay at and swim, st pete beach or clearwater beach?

[@Explorcation]

That's tough they are both great. Overall Clearwater Beach is a little busier and has a little bit more to do. St. Pete Beach is a little less busy and a little less of a party scene, but still offers plenty to do and has many great bars and restaurants right on the beach. If I had to make a recommendation for a family with young kids, I'd recommend St. Pete Beach. Clearwater might be better for a family with teenagers.

[@Itsjustjazzduh]

You missed out on Willy’s. One of the lost inexpensive places with some of the best food.

[@Explorcation]

We love Willy's and actually visited in our more recent St Pete Beach Travel Guide. We do agree that it is an awesome place!

[@SorgiStories]

Wait...French family-made BACON quiche? Nothing more needs to be said. 😋

[@Explorcation]

Agreed. It was possibly the best breakfast food I have ever had. Makes us that much more eager to visit France someday!

[@ipetmermaid8039]

And yes, tomorrow it looks like I'm going in for some of that quiche! Never been there but looks like I'll have to explore asap!!

[@danareid7491]

I live in St Pete Beach and believe me this video just shows the "tip of the iceberg".

[@Explorcation]

We agree. St. Pete Beach offers so much to do. We could easily make 10 more videos on it!

[@xiomaravigil5561]

Hello can you please tell me if the water in saint pete is clean today please?

[@Explorcation]

Hi, sorry we just saw your question - here is a link to where the city documents recreational water quality: www.stpete.org/water/waterquality.php we hope this helps!

[@pauly5421]

Best place in the world to live

[@Explorcation]

We do not disagree, Pauly. Thanks so much for watching1

[@mistibrown715]

What app are you using to pay for parking?

[@Explorcation]

Hi Misti, we use Park Mobile parkmobile.io/ Thanks so much for watching!

[@johnnysar8615]

Does parkmobile work for both st pete and clearwater

[@johnnysar8615]

Also u said u need to add time every 12 minutes? Seems hard to take a nap when u need to wakeup constantly lol

[@Explorcation]

Looking at their website, I don't think Park Mobile works in St. Pete Beach or Clearwater anymore (it's been a while since we've had to find public parking in either). Parkmobile does still work in several lots downtown though.

[@Explorcation]

Minimum increments of 12, but you can add much more than that at a time if you prefer.

[@johnnysar8615]

@@Explorcation i just went to st pete a few days ago it was like $20 for 11 1/2 hours. Not bad at all. I payed at the parking meter and did not have to keep adding time

[@Explorcation]

@@johnnysar8615 that is great, thanks for letting us know!

[@paulrumbold2436]

Hi , I don’t go to us to taste french stuff , I can pop over the channel for that ? I love everything u.s.a . Every country is so much the same . Please keep usa an American place .

[@Explorcation]

That must be great to be able to just pop over the channel for real French food!

[@shamseddin---]

Nice video

[@Explorcation]

Thanks so much for watching. We're glad you enjoyed it!

[@amybagdasarian1492]

What was the name of the free beach ride service? Thank you!

[@Explorcation]

Hi Amy. It's freebeachride.com. Ph. # is 727-776-7553. They run on tips and usually arrive quickly!

[@subbstevie]

stayed at don cesar in the late 90's, yes it was haunted,im a psychic and felt things

[@Explorcation]

You're definitely not the first person we've heard that from, Stevie. We hope to stay there ourselves someday, and maybe experience it first hand!

[@pantherplatform]

Watching tourists explore an area I know so well is hilarious. If they only knew what living on the beach was like vs visiting.

[@Explorcation]

We love living in downtown St Pete and don't see ourselves moving anytime soon. But perhaps someday we will try out living closer to the beach.

[@lortiz4076]

Can we bring our own tent to the beach?

[@Explorcation]

Absolutely!

[@sendtoanthony]

I waz fortunate enough to live in St Petersburg when I was in my early twenties. I worked at World Liquors on Central Avenue and 16th Street (if my memory is right) within eyesight of a then still empty Florida Suncoast Stadium wherein the Tampa Bay Rays would eventually play. I lived right on Tampa Bay in a reasonably priced apartment. I'm 52 now and lived the remainder of my life in Phoenix. I miss the Bay area greatly and feel like an idiot for leaving it. It's almost painful for me to watch videos like this.

[@Explorcation]

Hi Anthony. It's great to hear that you have such fond memories of the area and were able to experience living here for as long as you did. We have not been to Phoenix yet, but we do enjoy visits to the desert now and then. It is starting to get much more expensive to live here, but we are hopeful that we can continue to live in St. Pete as it really is an amazing place. Perhaps you will find your way back here one day as well!

[@bangWarkop]

Good

[@Explorcation]

Thanks!

[@jana_lee]

"say pee beesh" 🤭

[@saathoff1220]

They do deflate it nightly

[@Explorcation]

Thanks for the info, Donna!

[@BeachBumsk8]

Loll here now I’ve been deceived

[@Explorcation]

Oh no sorry to hear about your timing. We have been avoiding the beaches for the last few weeks. Is the red tide quite bad right now?

[@BeachBumsk8]

@@Explorcation Yes had no Idea 🥵

[@Explorcation]

@@BeachBumsk8 oh no, we are so sorry to hear that :( We hope you have been able to find some other nearby areas to enjoy your time while you are here.