Boating enthusiasts in the vicinity of Clearwater may be pleased to know that a second marina development on East Shore Drive, Clearwater Beach, is in the works at City Hall. Proposed by Woods Consulting of Dunedin, Florida, this marina will be on the property addressed at 443 and 463, on the northeast corner of Papaya and East Shore Drive. It will include a total of 50 boat slips, with 38 offered for rent or lease to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Since this property is in the Marina District of Clearwater Beach, under the guidelines of the City’s Beach by Design, this project will likely be quickly approved by the City’s Planning Department.

Unbelievably, even with a dock width of 236 feet and a length of 235 feet, variances will not be required for construction on the 315 foot wide property. Proposed total decking exceeds 7,000 square feet. The project includes 16 parking spaces, one handicap-designated.

The dock is designed to avoid negatively impacting the marine environment, and boat slips will not be constructed over the submerged vegetation. To minimize interference with navigation, the outer tie poles will be marked with reflective tape, at the request of Clearwater Harbormaster, William Morris. Signage and prohibitions are planned to prevent damage to the sea grass areas, including in-water markers requested by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

There will be no fueling facilities or commercial activities that would contribute to a water quality problem. Also proposed, is a portable sewage pump-out unit to service slip occupants.

A spokesman for the Clearwater Planning Department stated that landscaping will comply with Code Florida Grade 1, and will be native to Florida; this includes palms and oaks.

Since the 60’s, Pensacola’s Seville Quarter has been making history as an all encompassing, award winning, saloon-style bar and restaurant. With their seven rooms of fun, seven days a week, Seville is sure to entertain you night and day. Rosie O’Grady’s is the original room that started it all, which features dueling pianos on stage every Wednesday and Saturday. Right across the hall you’ll find Phineas Phogg’s, a two-story dance floor with live music and DJ’s pumping up the volume until so the beat never stops. On the east end of the mansion, the Aviator’s Pub is a gathering place for folks to socialize and network while indulging their favorite beverage. Apple Annie’s is a ballroom with adjacent courtyard with plenty of space to host fabulous parties and events. The End of the Alley bar is an open-air accommodation for the cool sounds of jazz, folk, and reggae music fill the air. Sharpen your pool skills in Fast Eddies billiard hall, adorned with several tables to keep the breaks coming. Tables are $6 an hour. Finally, the Palace Café, next to Apple Annie’s, is you one stop shop for caffeine concoctions. They serve many different types of coffee, cappuccino, espresso, lattes, and more.

Every night is a new experience at Seville Quarter, so if you planning on being in the Pensacola area you need to add this one to your itinerary.

For more information visit: http://www.sevillequarter.com

Written by Bryce Halfacre

Sunshine Beach is a on the northern end of Treasure Island, FL. Starting just south of John’s Pass, this laid back beach parallels Sunshine Blvd for about seven blocks between 126th Ave and 120th Ave.

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It’s not all tar balls in Florida . Along Florida’s Gulf Coast you’ll find some of the most beautiful beaches in the south, and some so private you’d think you were on your own private island. Where are these pristine paradises? Read on, and don’t forget your sunscreen! Indian Rocks Beach (12th Street), Florida : Grab breakfast at Crabby Bills followed by a day at this beach, where egrets strut behind the fisherman and dolphins minuet between the markers. Outdoor showers dot each public beach access and ample parking across the street means anyone can enjoy this beach. When you’re done with floating around on your noodle, dine at IRB Sushi, Guppy’s or Villa Gallaci, or catch the bands at J.D.’s and My Place. Caladesi Island, Florida : This unspoiled sanctuary was raked America’s #1 Beach 2008. Nature trails and a family-oriented nature center grace the area, and that’s about all –well, except for the beach, of course. Caladesi Island Ferry departs from Honeymoon Island State Park to Caladesi, where you can surf, fish, shell, kayak, dock your boat at the marina and cruise the snack and gift shop. Anna Marie Island, Florida : North of Bradenton and Sarasota, locals know to head over to the talcum powder sands outside the SandBar. By noon, yachts are moored, boat drinks are hoisted and mahi and burgers are served on the patio. Anna Marie Cottages is a stone’s throw from the pristine Gulf beaches, where savvy vacations know to book a room for the night. Head to dinner at the Waterfront or Rotten Ralphs, or down Longboat Key to the top Zagat’s pick, Euphemia Hayes. No lifeguards on duty, so these benign beaches are best for adults. Turtle Beach, Florida : Siesta Key is a barhopper’s haven, especially Daiquiri Deck, but this haven on Turtle Beach is for locals only. No lifeguard in sight, but free parking, picnic tables, playground, shower and restrooms, plus a nearby boat launch make it a handy weekend retreat for those who prefer reading under a beach umbrella with a cooler full of sandwiches and chips. Nanette Wiser is a Seed.com contributer. Sun soaked: The best beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast originally appeared on Gadling on Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink