What Clearwater's Saying: Clearwater Beach Wins Best Beach Town in Florida
More than 30,000 voters took part in the Best Beach Town in Florida poll, selecting Clearwater Beach no. 1, according to USA Today. But what do you think makes Clearwater Beach the best?
Clearwater Beach is officially voted the Best Beach Town in Florida in a poll conducted by USA Today.
"We are the best beach," said Mayor George N. Cretekos. "This is exciting for all of Clearwater and really Pinellas County.
Some Clearwater Patch readers also shared their thoughts:
Ronald Joseph Kule commented on the story saying: “What a wonderful recognition for our town! Kudos to all who helped make it happen! I'm proud for my town and beaches. Clearwater's also a great place to write my biographies and novels!”
City of Clearwater Government posted on our Facebook page: “Thank you to everyone who voted! Clearwater Beach is a fantastic place to be, and we're glad that so many others feel the same way.”
Ace Robst Jr. said in a Facebook comment: “Yup, the best beach around! None better anywhere else in this State, or any other State!”
More than 30,000 voters took part in the poll, according to USA Today. But what do you think makes Clearwater Beach the best? Post your comment below.
Related coverage:
- Clearwater Beach in Running for Best Florida Beach Town
- It's Official: Clearwater Beach Wins Best Beach Town in Florida in USA Today Poll
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Mark Provance
4:25 pm on Saturday, January 26, 2013
Sadly, the secret is out and people will now know how wonderful Clearwater Beach is. My wife and I vacationed here for 13 years before finally moving to Clearwater 5 years ago. We literally have hundreds of photos of the most beautiful sunsets anyone could hope to see.