Explore BEYOND America's Best Beaches: St. Pete & Clearwater! | Newstates in the States

Speedboats, Dining, Nightlife and more await those who venture past the award-winning beaches of St. Pete and Clearwater! In this special two part series, we'll show you St. Petersburg and Clearwater by water AND land. Where to eat in St. Pete, meet Winter the dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, and more!
0:00 Intro
0:54 St. Pete Beach, 2021 Best Beach in the USA, 5th in the World!
1:27 Discover the new St. Pete Pier
2:26 Drive your own speedboat around St. Pete Beach at Speedboat Adventures
5:57 Lunch right on the sand of Clearwater Beach at Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
8:39 Exploring the newly-expanded Clearwater Marine Aquarium
13:20 Island-Oasis experience meets delicious dinner and cocktails at Trophy Fish
17:23 Sunset at Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach
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Visit St. Pete & Clearwater - www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/
St. Pete Pier - stpetepier.org/
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Clearwater Marine Aquarium - www.cmaquarium.org/
Frenchy's Rockaway Grill - frenchysonline.com/
Trophy Fish - trophyfishstpete.com/
Sunset at Pier 60 - www.sunsetsatpier60.com/
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[@NewstateNomads]

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[@theknittingcamper6703]

The Don Cesar, St Pete Beach and Grouper. Feeling a little homesick. Grew up in St Pete/Gulfport area. Spent MANY MANY hours at St Pete and Clearwater Beach. I don’t really miss FL, but I do miss my family and the sunsets and of course grouper sandwiches.

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Barbarajean! I'm sure you have such wonderful memories of growing up in this area. It's beautiful! And yesss the grouper sandwiches are so yummy, we could eat that every day! 😂Thank you so much for watching! Hope we helped you reminisce a little! ❤️ -Katelyn

[@RamRod1500]

Watching this made me homesick. Was born and raised in the Clearwater area for 20 years but left a long time ago. Glad you all made this video as it brought back some good memories of what is still good in that area!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

It's almost impossible to imagine how it feels to 'grab a meal' at a restaurant. Yes, we can walk the beaches and grab a coffee or ice cream to go so it's not all bad. I want to thank you for sharing these joys and wonderful places with me ( us). Places I'll never visit but love to learn more about. Am totally in love with the dolphin. What a wonderful thing that has happened there, saving that gorgeously graceful animal. The food, well, I'm off to have a cracker and cheese 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂! I'm actually in happy place right now I booked a 30 minute time slot at the shoe store today. With all the walking these past 13 months, I needed some replacements. So shop keeper happy+me happy! Watching the video was icing on my cake. 🌷. 👍 🎥 🌷 ❤️ 🙋‍♀️

[@christineciocco4507]

After the RV Supershow, we took a scenic drive to Clearwater beach for lunch at Frenchy's. Thank you for sharing, your Vlog was the reason we went. We enjoyed the food and view. Yes, we got the crab french fries and tried a coconut margarita. It was a fabulous afternoon.

[@Blessed2RV]

Little hats for dogs! 👒 Adorable! 🤭 Also love the Newstate license plate! 👏👏👏

[@NewstateNomads]

Hahaha, they were so cute! I wanted to get one for Scout but I think she would have hated it. And yess! We love our new wall art! -Katelyn

[@toddramsay977]

When going really fast in a speed boat, just a few things to remember....turn your baseball cap backwards and unless you have a sport band on your glasses never look too far to the side or backwards. The wind will rip your hat and glasses off, into the water, and they will sink to Davey Jones's Locker. Ask me how I know. Great video!

[@PhotowalksTV]

Beyond entertaining content, you guys do such a great job on photography as well!

[@jeremyhardy8193]

This Episode is by far my favorite!!!! Beautiful Trip!

[@amandadombrowskas7303]

My favorite episode! I love the st Pete pier

[@NewstateNomads]

Aww thanks Amanda!!! Right?! Isn't that thing epic? We love this area!

[@geraldb9706]

Looks like an awesome area, and that speedboat wow!! 👍🏻😎🇨🇦

[@NewstateNomads]

Lots of fun, Gerald! Be sure to check out part 2 of the episode on Thursday! 👍 -Howard

[@scrappyfangirl4610]

We miss Frenchy’s so much!! The She Crab Soup is to die for!! Clearwater area is so much fun...it’s been a favorite vacation spot for our family for years...thanks for sharing your adventures there!

[@NewstateNomads]

You're the second person to mention the She Crab Soup! Guess we'll need to go back and get that! 😆 It really is a gem of Florida and so beautiful. So glad you enjoyed this episode! Thanks for watching! -Katelyn

[@moretoknowshow1887]

Dang it, Adding St.Pete/Clearwater to my travel list. You two and your awesome adventures, always making me want to go places!!!

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much! Not really sorry that we keep sharing all these great places with you! 😂 -Howard

[@gwenmoody8323]

Thank you so much. I love see all of the places I know I will not get to see. This one made me smile for ear to ear. Thank you again. Love and Hugs from Oklahoma

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Gwen! So glad you enjoyed traveling with us virtually. Hugs to you! -Katelyn

[@DeanJohnson67]

As a non beach goer this episode was great! got to see the scenery, amazing beaches, mouth watering seafood and that license plate sign at the end is such a great idea!

[@NewstateNomads]

Hey Dean!! SO glad to hear that! That was our goal for sure, to showcase all the fun you can have in the area without even going to the beach. Part 2 will have a lot more fun too! We love our new license plate sign, it's such a fun addition to the RV and fits perfectly! ❤️ -Katelyn

[@stevelecatsas6891]

We’ve been vacationing on St. Pete Beach for 10 years now. We’re going down permanently in 2 months!!

[@NewstateNomads]

Steve, that's great news! We love the area, and have good friends who live full-time in SPB and Treasure Island. Enjoy! 🎉 -Howard

[@sherriweber7105]

I enjoyed this video with the dolphins and all the other sea animals. Dolphins are my favorites and I did see the the true story in Winter with her Finn being cut off. That was so sad. Loved your food you were eating as I always do. It looked so good. I had red snapper once in high school we cooked it in home economics. I loved that sand it gorgeous. Saw Howard on video of Adaptive Humanity. They were working on the bumper of the van. Boy is that going to be a job. It’s going to be nice when it’s done. Can’t till it is done. Thank you Howard for helping them. Can’t wait til your next video. See you both soon!

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much Sherri! It's been so great being able to help each other out so much! They are making great progress on the van. :) -Katelyn

[@shannonalward217]

My husband and I just went to Clearwater in January. We loved it! We missed seeing the aquarium though. Next time for sure. The cocktails at Trophy Fish looked amazing!

[@NewstateNomads]

Definitely worth another visit, Shannon! Between the two episodes, you'll have LOTS of new suggestions. 👍 -Howard

[@ericvaneck4296]

It is on my bucket list to make it back to Florida, my wife hasn’t ever been and doesn’t know what she is missing. Thanks for the tips

[@NewstateNomads]

Wow, well let us know how we can help motivate her! Lots to see and do in FL. Thanks for watching, Eric! -Howard

[@ericvaneck4296]

@@NewstateNomads We should be able to make it but it is getting warm down there now and would rather go when it is cold here in OK.

[@WanderlandTravelers]

Great video guys, definitely adding this area to our list for next time. Also just really enjoyed your video style and the gorgeous bright colorful scenery and shots. Really well done 🙌

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks guys!! We really appreciate that! :) -Katelyn

[@virginialemm864]

What a GREAT video! I’ve been to many states and countries of the world, but haven’t visited Florida as-yet. Thanks for making each of your videos so fun and full of great ideas for sites, food, traveling, food, camping and food! The way you describe the yummy foods in this video, I want to try something new, like the fresh fish. Not being much of a fish eater, you really sold me on trying new fish dishes. Thanks again for all your hard work...it SHOWS!

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Virginia!! Thank you so much, so glad you enjoyed this episode! And yay!!! We love hearing when we inspire people to try new cuisine, that's awesome! We really appreciate your compliments!! -Katelyn

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

What a cool way to do a boat tour! And a great business idea. Love to eat with my feet in the sand.

[@NewstateNomads]

Kinda surprised us that we hadn't seen this type of your before. It was a lot of fun, and felt very approachable regardless of boating experience! Thanks for watching. 👍 -Howard

[@morebasheder]

St. Pete looks absolutely amazing. I've long since harboured a dream of driving the length of Florida Keys, but now I want to stop off in St. Pete for a while too ❤️👍🏽

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much, Woody! There's so much to see and do here, definitely worth a detour. If the keys are on your bucket list, I think you might be very happy with our episodes in a few weeks! 😎 -Katelyn

[@garyaberle603]

Everything wonderful only thing I was disappointed in was not seeing Saint Petersburg which as I understand it is one of the oldest cities in America. Loved the speed boat, dolphins & sea food!! 🐬🐬

[@tltravel]

Loved this video! You guys just always seem to be having SO much fun no matter what you're up to 💕💕💕

[@NewstateNomads]

Thank so much!! This area of FL has so much to see and do!!! -Katelyn

[@tarac5137]

Yum-o! Added to my FL / Food lists. So neat you went behind the scenes at Clearwater Aquarium. I have not been since the renovation. Or the St. Pete Pier since it re-opened. I’m with Katelyn, also more a no-wake putter along and peep kind of boater! 😎

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Tara! Yes, definitely add those spots... they were excellent! We'll have a few more in part 2 to add as well. 😉 The aquarium was incredible to learn about, Winter is so inspiring! And omg, the St. Pete Pier was wild... I have never seen such a beautiful, elaborate "pier" with such great views of both the ocean and the city! And lastly, YES! Slow boaters unite! 😆 -Katelyn

[@douglarsen4801]

Needed this today you guys are cranking out the content!

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks, Doug! Another big episode comes out Thursday (part 2 of St Pete, Clearwater)! 👍 -Howard

[@woodycarr]

Nice episode! Looking forward to traveling again.

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much! -Howard

[@sandras1524]

great timing. we'll be there mid May and now have awesome suggestions

[@NewstateNomads]

So glad to hear that! Look for even more suggestions in our Part 2 episode on Thursday. 😉👍 -Howard

[@b1mfua33]

What a wonderful video,just loved it. St. Pete looked so beautiful,and the beaches....no words. The food looked so delicious!! Both of you looked so happy driving the speedboat,great job by the way. When I saw Winter,I got so emotional,I remember the movie.God Bless them for what they do for all aquatic animals. Thank you for this. Take care...😊💕

[@karengeorge5812]

Great video Beautiful area!Miss it so much!!Love to get back there one day!! Ontario Canada

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much Karen! It's such a gorgeous spot. So glad you enjoyed our video! -Katelyn

[@marty6055]

ok, that was fun.

[@NewstateNomads]

Glad you enjoyed it, Marty! Stay tuned for Part 2 on Thursday. 👍 -Howard

[@djsahabatindonesia123]

Thank you for sharing about your vidio

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks for watching! 👍 -Howard

[@jillsiebman7832]

I ordered my boys a liscense plate for Christmas last year. We loved trying to figure out the states that were used. Love your channel and all your adventures!!

[@NewstateNomads]

Jill, that's such a great gift idea! Thanks so much for watching, so glad you're along for the journey. 👍 -Howard

[@msmacapagal51313]

I like how you do ur vlogging..nice place and adventure..have fun and be safe my friends..

[@NewstateNomads]

Thank you so much, Marites!! ❤️

[@agm6095]

Great beach to visit. My wife and I went to see Winter a few years ago and now they have a whole new complex, we need to make the trip from California again. Thanks for your video.

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much for watching! The new dolphin complex is absolutely enormous, beautiful, and worth the return trip to see Winter in her new home. Excited to hear what you think of our next video about the inland places to explore around St. Pete and Clearwater! -Howard

[@kimproffer695]

I really enjoyed watching this! I live in Deerfield Beach Fl just N of Ft Lauderdale and love to go to the west coast of Fl. Love the white sand, sunsets and food!! ❤️

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Kim! Yay, so glad you enjoyed this episode! So much beauty. The East Coast of FL is great too, but the sunsets over here are hard to beat! And yes, the white sand! It's incredible. Thanks for tuning in to this episode! Part 2 will be out later this week. :) -Katelyn

[@kimproffer695]

Newstate Nomads You are so kind and you are welcome! I look forward to episode 2.. 😊

[@susieleiper]

OMG Grouper Reuben belongs in #Sandwich Madness

[@NewstateNomads]

Hahaha, it was SO good! 🤤 -Howard

[@stevejohnson5044]

How long have you been following there activities on KZbin?

[@safepetproducts]

Off topic, but would a 30"x75" cot fit in the navion when the Murphy bed is down?

[@NewstateNomads]

Hmm, great question! I'll take some measurements and reply again. -Howard

[@jeannespiess7499]

Sorry if this has been asked, but what are your favorite campgrounds near St Pete? Thanks, we always enjoy your videos.

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Jeanne! We're staying with friends on their property, but there are several incredible spots in the area. Fort De Soto park is hard to book (they fill up months in advance), but worth the effort. There are several Boondockers Welcome hosts and also the Southwest Florida Water Management sites which are totally free for 7 days. Hope that helps!! -Katelyn

[@Epicfunandgames]

New friend here.

[@NewstateNomads]

So glad you're here! :)

[@jennyschirtzinger2726]

I live in Largo, Florida. I thought I saw your rv

[@NewstateNomads]

Not surprised, Jenny! Our paint job makes us pretty unique. 😂 -Howard

[@jennyschirtzinger2726]

@@NewstateNomads yeah I know. My favorite place to go is Box Towers,and local in Hertiage Village.

[@cindywarrick4279]

How about some info on camping in the area?

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Cindy! We're staying with friends on their property, but there are several incredible spots in the area. Fort De Soto park is hard to book (they fill up months in advance), but worth the effort. There are several Boondockers Welcome hosts and also the Southwest Florida Water Management sites which are totally free for 7 days. Hope this helps! -Katelyn

[@garyaberle603]

Is Saint Pete a different place than Saint Petersburg?

[@ahernandezcp4]

Hi, you have to check the Scientology city in Clearwater Downtown, Creepy.

[@toddramsay977]

Why drive a boat and follow his wake? Much choppier ride. You should move out to the side and find your own path, much smoother ride. Just sayin'