Clearwater, Florida is located in Pinellas County just west of Tampa. It offers a wide range of culture, religion (headquarters for the Church of Scientology), and recreation. The region offers miles of beautiful beaches. The Suncoast Beach Trolley can be a fun way to get around.
You will find plenty of attractions and events to keep you engaged and entertained when visiting the Clearwater region. Clearwater Marine Aquarium offers a chance to see dolphins, turtles, otters and much more. It also hosts a number of educational programs during the year. There are also a number of festivals and fairs offered around the city throughout the year.
The climate around Clearwater is pleasant throughout most of the year. Summers are warm and usually quite wet (and can offer some of the most severe weather). High temperatures will usually stay around 80F. Winter lows often remain above 40F. Fall through spring is usually the best time for a visit to Clearwater.
There are plenty of cheap flights to Clearwater through Tampa International Airport (TPA) available throughout the year. Cheap airline tickets from San Francisco will start around $200 US. Flying in from New York will cost quite a bit less with cheap airline tickets starting just over $100 US.
You can find a wide range of accommodations in the city and in the surrounding communities. Cheap hotels in Clearwater can offer rates starting around $70 US. There are cheap hotel rooms near the airport that can be found starting at $50 US.