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St. Pete Beach Getaway

A Hidden Oasis for Families

By Kristen Baker, Publisher Macaroni KID Hartford, CT May 13, 2023

The author was hosted by TradeWinds Resorts to facilitate writing this article. All thoughts and opinions expressed are their own.

With all the fantastic activities and amenities at TradeWinds Island Resorts in St. Petersburg, Fla., your family will never want to leave! From the beach and pools to the zip-line and inflatable slide, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are my 5 favorite things at the resort to insure that you will never have a dull moment!

1. Lots of daily pool games: Bingo, Hula Hoop Contest, Trivia & More!

2. Captain RedBeard's Pirate Show!

3. Zip-lining races with your family!

4. Arts & crafts as well as holiday events at Konk Club!

5. Campfire s'mores at RumBar Resort or Sunset movies on a blowup screen by the pool!





You will feel like you escaped to an exclusive island on a cruise ship - but without the motion sickness. Everything you need is in walking distance including all the restaurants, bars and even a Pizza Hut for convenience. The endless options of fish dishes and specialty flavor-infused colada drinks are absolutely delicious! You must try the blackened grouper sandwich from The Flying Bridge and the Island Escape frozen drink was my FAVORITE with banana, melon and raspberry flavors! I'm not usually a fish fan but "when in Florida" I went all out eating Mahi Mahi, Ahi Tuna, and even Gulf Shrimp and Blue Crab Bisque at RumFish Grill. 





The family suites provide more space and a full kitchen for snacks or quick meals in the room during nap time. The restaurant menus include options for children, and there are special themed events and activities that families can enjoy together. Additionally, the resort has a game room and outdoor games for children to play and have fun.

There is the KONK (Kids Only No Kidding) Club - an activity center where children can participate in fun and educational games and crafts. The resort also offers baby-sitting services, so parents can have some time to themselves. I personally loved the sea glass jewelry making class and was able to "Just Let Go" with a facial or massage at TradeWinds Island Resorts Body Works Spa.





It's certainly a must-visit destination for a fun and relaxing vacation. The sunsets are the icing on the cake to make your picture-perfect vacation complete. Get your camera ready or book a local photographer to capture your lifetime memories at TradeWinds Island Resorts. It's a vacation you will likely want to book again! I already can't wait to come back to share my ultimate experience with my family.