By Erin Marshall

There's nothing quite like a case of the blues. It's no fun when you have it alone, but when you get together with fellow blues enthusiasts at the annual Knology Sea-Blues Festival, the blues are most definitely worth celebrating. The two day festival, usually held in May, features a variety of regionally and nationally recognized blues artists. This event is free to the public.

Take aim for a great time at one of Clearwater's most popular amusement centers, Celebration Station. There's something fun for the whole family to enjoy at this incredible attraction. Choose from taking a revved up ride in a go-kart, jolting your senses on a bumper boat, feeling the wind on your face on one of the many carnival rides or sharpening your shooting skills in the laser tag arena.

Sure, enjoying various sporting and recreational activities on the water is great, but opt for something a little different when you get on board the StarLite Cruises. This sleekly modern 115-foot ship offers day and evening dining cruises six days a week. The menu is packed with such mouth-watering choices as filet mignon, fresh seafood and an impressive wine selection.