Stop letting that PTO go to waste, and get your toes in the sand this year, instead. A new initiative from Visit St. Pete-Clearwater is paying travelers up to $250 to vacation in Pinellas County through the end of 2025, adding even more incentive to use that paid time off.
The new deal is simple: book a trip through VisitSPC.com/PTO for anytime until the end of the 2025, and you’ll get a $50 gift card for every day of your stay, up to five days. No matter how far you’re coming from, it’s the perfect excuse to visit America’s best beaches at the most beautiful time of year in the area.
Visit SPC cited a study cited a recent Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) study which found that nearly half of U.S. employees (48%) expect to leave vacation days unused this year. It’s a fact that St. Pete-Clearwater is turning into a call to action, as nobody likes to see those precious vacation days go unused.
To stretch the getaway even further, travelers can unlock exclusive deals through the FunShine Savings Passport, a free digital pass offering discounts at more than 50 local attractions, restaurants, and shops – from The Dalí Museum to Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
“Don’t let your PTO go to waste when there’s still time to take a beach break,” said Steve Grimes, Chief Marketing Officer at Visit St. Pete-Clearwater. “Fall and early winter is the sweet spot here – perfect weather, lots of events, and now, we’re giving you a little extra spending money for that sunset meal or night out on the town.”
The best time of year at America’s best beaches
As locals and frequent visitors already know, this is the best time of year to visit the area. The skies are clear, the sand is white, and temps hover in the 70s and 80s under daily sunshine. Plus, the last two months of the year are absolutely jam-packed with incredible events.
From waterfront parks and city streets to local museums and breweries, there are festivals, concerts, markets and incredible showcases of art on a near-daily basis. The restaurants and bars are full of life, and fresh seafood abounds. Seafood lovers in particular will enjoy stone crab season, with local spots offering fresh-caught claws every day.
Need we add, the holidays around here are magical, and it isn’t just palm trees twinkling with holiday lights. The entire region is bedecked in holiday cheer, with opportunities galore to meet Santa, go sledding, find great gifts, or enjoy seasonal food and drink specials. The area’s hotels, in particular, are hotspots for families and couples adding some holiday cheer to their lives.
So, as Visit SPC advises, don’t let those vacation days vanish. Trade unused PTO for palm trees, piña coladas, and a paid-to-relax bonus. Plan your escape (and claim your cash!) at VisitSPC.com/PTO.
