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Minutes away from the soft, ivory sand beaches and the calm, crystal clear cerulean gulf waters, lies a lavish resort and spa ideal for any vacationer desiring top quality amenities combined with superb service and accommodations.  Yes, The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa, centerpiece of the new Clearwater Beach Boardwalk, has opened. To celebrate this, from now through April 30, travelers who reserve a stay with offer code CBINTR will be some of the first guests to experience the resort at a special grand opening rate of 15 percent off the Hyatt Daily Rate plus a $50 daily resort credit per stay.

Not only will guests be stimulated by the array of activities this four-star resort has to offer, the new Hyatt will be considered the cultural hub of the city’s new oceanfront space. The new beach walk, a $39 million project that has been under development for the past five years, is designed to revitalize the community, fortifying the artistic locale by offfering a variety of street activities such as elaborate sand castle sculptures, and for the miniature-intrepid explorer, a unique gecko hunting excursion. There will always be an eclectic selection of street performers on hand, sure to entertain all ages.

Next to the resort are a lot of vendors offering deep sea fishing, parasailing, Jet Ski rentals and even dolphin watching, for those who have always been intrigued by these sweethearts of the ocean. Also, along the beach walk is a covered playground and, when weather permits, inflatable moon walks and kid-friendly bungee jumping.

The resort exudes a contemporary West Indies ambiance and features 250 brand new guestrooms that will guarantee a comfortable vacation for you and your family members. Each room offers airy walk-out balconies with a majestic view of the Gulf of Mexico and Clearwater’s infamous west coast sunset views, and all the comforts of your own home such as deluxe bath amenities, 42-inch flat screen televisions and a full kitchen and dining area. Even more, before you and your family arrive, the Hyatt will cater to your cooking requests, and if you provide a list of groceries that you need for your stay, the staff will actually go shopping for you, and all your requested food staples will be conveniently placed into your kitchen.

If you’re already lounging at the exclusive poolside deck, you can take advantage of the SWIM bar and grill, ideal for any swimmer or sunbather, suddenly craving a light appetizer or a fresh sandwich. It's a perfect place for those who care to enjoy a casual dinner. When your family ventures out to the scenic and serene gulf, the Hyatt will even offer their beach butler service, providing vacationers with refreshing frozen non-alcoholic drinks, and clever beach hors d'oeuvres.

If you and your significant other want are some alone time, the resort's Camp Hyatt is a supervised recreational service that allows kids from ages 3-12 to have their own enriching beach vacation. Activities are geared towards different age groups and each day they offer fun yet educational, kid-friendly excursions. Parents can opt for a half or full-day Camp Hyatt session for an additional charge. If your child is under 3, the Hyatt offers a Babies Travel Lite service that you can register for on their website prior to arrival. Basically, parents tell the Hyatt the types and brands of baby necessities they need, and the staff will have them ready in your room for you, just to lighten your luggage load.

Also, in another offer from now until the end of 2010, if you and your family stay in one of their luxurious one or two-bedroom suites you can take advantage of the Family Retreat Package which includes a full American breakfast per each adult, welcoming family extras such as movie theater style popcorn and beach toys, two half day Camp Hyatt sessions, a 25% discount on kids’ meals and a later check out time. One Bedroom suites include all the resort’s luxurious amenities and can accommodate up to six people; the rate is $412/N. A two-bedroom suite costs $532/N and can fit up to 8 people. Smaller studio rooms which can accommodate up to four people in two queen beds are $252/N. For reservations please call 727/373-1234 or visit The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa.

When you and your family decide to venture out of the resort and explore this eclectic beach town, Clearwater offers the Jolley Trolley, a comfortable mode of transportation that travels along all the can’t-miss sights of this region. Make sure to visit John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk, an old-fashioned fishing village. On its busy lanes are over 100 vendors presenting unique and handmade beach décor, and a variety of well-known eateries featuring live music and wholesome dishes.

Also for the aquatic connoisseur, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium provides a fun and educational haven of intriguing marine life, including Winter, the much adored bottlenose dolphin that lost her tail in a crab trap at only 3-months-old. You’ll learn about her extraordinary life journey of swimming with a prosthetic tail and appreciate this charming creature’s resilience and fervor.

If you have access to a car, you can travel over one of the three main bridges to Tampa and take advantage of the activities this mini-metropolis has to offer. For the history buff, you can visit the exotic streets of Ybor City and embrace the cultural flair of this top-ranked attraction. Another family oriented attraction is the celebrated Busch Gardens Them Park, home of thrilling roller coasters, an assortment of wildlife exhibits, and other entertaining shows offered throughout the year.

For more information please visit the Florida Beaches Website.