FADRA returns to a favorite convention spot, the Sheraton Sand Key Resort, located on the beach in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Sleeping rooms and many other parts of the hotel have been completely renovated since we last met there. Walk out onto miles of white-sand beach or take the trolley to the hot spots of Clearwater. Enjoy traditional and beach tennis, massage and relaxation in the spa, complimentary continental breakfast and refreshments day and night on the ninth-floor Sheraton Club. You can choose from a variety of excellent dining options at the Sheraton Sand Key and right nearby, such as the Columbia Restaurant. It's a perfect place to bring the family and employees.

 Explore Clearwater-St. Petersburg

If you decide to come early or stay beyond Saturday, there is plenty to do and see near the hotel area. Or your family can explore while you attend sessions.

Attractions

Sunsets at Pier 60, Clearwater Beach     

Within walking distance of the hotel, on each day before, during, and after sunset street performers, crafters, artisans, and the community gather on the boardwalk for fun and fellowship. 

St. Pete Pier   

 The Pier offers hours of fun for all ages, including a splash pad, playground, walking paths, an open-air market, a nature discovery center, Spa Beach, and lots of dining options.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium  

Explore Florida’s diverse marine ecosystems in the aquarium, on boat rides, and with virtual reality exhibits. It is a marine research facility where you’ll find an animal hospital that cares for injured dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, sharks, otters, and more.

Sunken Gardens, St. Pete   

The city’s oldest living museum, you can see more than 50,000 plants and flowers, exotic parrots, flamingoes, and other animals.

John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk, Madeira Beach   

Busch Gardens, Tampa 

One of Florida's premier attractions, with roller coasters and thrill rides, exotic animal encounters, and great food and drink. 

Cultural

 The Dali Museum   

Located in downtown St. Pete, you will see the amazing drawings and enormous canvases of the strange and wonderful surrealist artist Salvador Dali. The many exhibits and gift shop will enthrall and astound you.

Morean Arts Center    

Located in St. Pete, the Morean has a superb Dale Chihuly exhibit of creations in colored glass.

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art  

The James Museum will transport you through the rich and diverse heritage of the American West, from the cultural life of Anglo settlers and Native Americans to the region's natural wonders. More than 400 works of art evoke the spirit of a wide-open frontier from the early days to the modern American West. 

Central Avenue - St. Petersburg  

Starting at the beautiful downtown waterfront and stretching west, Central Ave. invites you to wander along its vibrant boutiques, galleries, restaurants, and bars. Walk through St. Pete’s Central Arts District, which boasts hundreds of murals.

Nightlife

Central Ave. Night Life   

Central Ave. is the place for hitting the best night spots. The 200 block is the perfect spot to bar-hop, from beloved dive Mastry's to chic Mandarin Hide to laid-back The Crafty Squirrel. Many feature live music. Craft beer lovers are definitely not left out, especially at Grand Central Brew House (2300 block) and Right Around the Corner Arcade Bar (2200 Block). As for spots to savor good wine, Hawthorne Bottle Shoppe (2900 block) and Sauvignon Wine Locker (200 block) are your best bets.

The St. Pete/Clearwater Beach Craft Beer Trail   

From Tarpon Springs in the north to St. Pete in the south, several craft beer bars form a highlight of the “Gulp Coast.” The closest to the hotel is Clearwater Social Brewing Company. Get the Passport 2.0 from the CVB.

Fine and Casual dining options:   

• The Wave Nightclub at Shephard’s Resort, Clearwater Beach
• The Palm Pavilion Beachside Bar & Grill, Clearwater Beach
• Jimmy’s Fish House & Iguana Bar, Clearwater Beach
• Jimmy’s Crow’s Nest rooftop bar, Clearwater
• Canopy Rooftop Lounge, St. Pete
• Tryst Gastro Lounge, St. Pete
• Woody’s, St. Pete
• Cask & Ale, St. Pete

The Great Outdoors   

You can go fishing on a local charter boat. In Clearwater, A Boat Day, Above Average Charters and the Calypso Queen go out daily. St Pete has several charters, including Allen’s Aquatic Adventures, Action Fishing Charters, Barracudaville Sportfishing Charters, Big Rod’s Charters, and several more.

For a golf outing, the Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club and Mangrove Bay municipal course are in St. Pete. Both are championship-level golf courses. The Dunedin Golf Club and Copperhead Course at Innisbrook in Palm Harbor are also nearby.

For more information on local attractions, activities, and restaurants in the Clearwater-St. Pete area, go to the CVB web site (link at bottom of page).

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