Spring is near, which translates to a few things in The Sunshine State: more visitors are searching for Treasure Island hotel deals and booking vacations, and more festivities and events are beginning to take place. At Treasure Bay Resort and Marina – a top Treasure Island beach resort – the upcoming season is one of our favorites. Those seeking Treasure Island hotel deals bring a certain level of spring vibrancy and excitement to the air, and it seems that there is something new and exciting happening every weekend. Read on to discover some of our favorite upcoming sporting events near the best Treasure Island beach resort.
The PGA Tour’s Valspar Championship
This spring, from March 8th – 11th, the PGA Tour will be paying a visit to the Copperhead Course in Palm Harbor, Florida. Just a short drive for visitors who have booked Treasure Island hotel deals, this FedEx Cup competition boasts an immaculate backdrop, 144 professional golfers, and has many additional benefits to local charities. Visit the PGA website for more information on tickets, times, and accompanying events.
https://www.pgatour.com/tournaments/valspar-championship.html
The Dunedin Highland Games
Just up the coast from the premiere Treasure Island beach resort is Dunedin – a small Florida community rich in Scottish heritage. Each spring, this year on April 7th, the town plays host to their very own Highland Games. The event pits competitors against each other in traditional Scottish games including sheep herding! If the competition isn’t enough to draw you up to Dunedin, the traditional music, costume, food, and atmosphere should be!
http://dunedinhighlandgames.com/
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
From March 9th – 11th this year, head over to St. Petersburg to witness the most adrenalin fueled time of the year. Over this weekend, downtown St. Petersburg is turned into an IndyCar racetrack complete with 14 turns and speeds over 170 mph. The race itself is something to behold, but the games and surrounding activities provide guaranteed fun for the whole family.
Spring is an exciting time of year in Florida. With more visitors, excellent Treasure Island hotel deals, and an increasing number of fun and unique events, both visitors and locals alike always look forward to the coming months. If you are considering a visit to Treasure Bay Resort and Marina, now is the time! Contact us today to inquire about availability and make a reservation for your upcoming vacation. We can’t wait to show you why springtime in Florida is our favorite time of year!
