At TradeWinds Island Grand Beach Resort, explore your very own 20-acre playground on tropical St. Petersburg Beach. This AAA four-diamond resort on miles of white sandy beach on Florida\'s Gulf Coast offers an ocean-full of treasures to discover and rediscover. Take your time, and unwind. From sunset sailing cruises to an indulgent massage to a romantic dinner at one of our fine dining restaurants or tropical drinks at one of the beach bars, share the tropical experience. Spacious family-style suites and parlor and hotel rooms with convenient features are as bright and warm as the Florida sun. Bask by five heated pools, one reserved for adults, another just for kids. Unwind in a whirlpool, or make friends with swans and ducks as you explore the lushly landscaped, meandering waterway by paddleboat. All sorts of adventures are in store for younger guests. From crafts and sports, themed KONK Club fun, sand castle creations and private swim lessons, to adventures with RedBeard the Pirate - you\'ll find no boring family vacation here! A list of on-site activities as long as a mid-summer sunset awaits. Endless options for golf, fishing, snorkeling excursions can be yours with one trip to the smiling Island Grand concierge. * Flying Bridge: Set above the resort\'s meandering canal, this authentic floating Florida cracker cottage is open for lunch and dinner, serving snacks, salads, burgers, grouper, chicken sandwiches, and tropical drinks. * Awakenings Coffee and Spirits Bar: Located in the main garden atrium, this bar is surrounded by two rows of 23-foot palm trees. Coffee drinks and pastries are available in the morning; cocktails, cordials, wines, and spirited coffee drinks in the afternoon and evening. * Bermudas: Overlooking the beach, this restaurant with whitewashed woodwork and white napery offers aged Angus beef, fresh Gulf seafood, and shellfish. Open for breakfast buffet (seasonally) and à la carte menu, as well as dinner. Children’s menu available. * Palm Court: An elegant bistro combining contemporary eclectic with such traditional favorites as beef, lamb, chicken, seafood, and pasta, all with an extensive wine list. Serving Sunday brunch and daily lunch and dinner. * B.R. Cuda’s: A beachfront sports bar offering appetizers and light fare from chicken wings to dim sum. Open for lunch and light dinner. * Located on a seven-mile stretch of white-sand beach, the resort has five pools: one covered, two family pools, one adults-only pool, and a children\'s pool with wading area. * Parasailing, sunset sails, snorkeling, water skiing, wave runners, and other water-sports options are available beachside. * The light and airy guest rooms are all vibrantly decorated and efficiently laid out. Rooms specially equipped for disabled guests are also available upon request. * All of the amenities you would need for a short or long stay are on hand - including a wet bar area with microwave, fridge, coffee maker, and toaster. * Other great features include air conditioning, table and chairs, cable TV with movie channels, in-room safe, wireless Internet access, and telephone with voice mail. TradeWinds Island Grand Beach Resort is on a seven-mile stretch of white-sand beach on the Gulf of Mexico, this resort is just 28 miles from Tampa International Airport. Jump into fun, soak in the sun, and relax. Explore Island Grand... * Tampa International Airport - 45 min. * St. Pete Beach/Gulf of Mexico - in front of resort * TradeWinds Sandpiper Hotel & Suites * Sirata Beach Resort - less than 0.5 mile * Fort DeSoto Park * Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary * Salvador Dali Museum