At the quieter end of the sunny barrier islands that stretch 28 miles along the Pinellas Peninsula's Gulf shore, the beach town of Clearwater attracts romantics and families to its powdery sands. Clearwater Beach is rated the number one beach in the Gulf region. Pier 60 would achieve a similar ranking, were sunset-watching spots similarly rated. Those who are hoping to stay out of the sand, whether that's on the beach or in the bunker, have a scintillating selection of golf courses to choose from.