If you have extra time, Clearwater Beach and Pier 60 is worthwhile. Clearwater Beach's shoreline boasts white sand, turquoise water and proximity to downtown's hotels, restaurants and attractions ...

Clearwater Beach's shoreline boasts white sand, turquoise water and proximity to downtown's hotels, restaurants and attractions, making it one of the area's most popular beaches to visit.

The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival presented by Visit St. Pete Clearwater starts Friday, and 17 sculptors from all over the world are in Clearwater Beach preparing now. Kailey Tracy reports.