On 11/6/08, as part of a “Western Florida Wish List,” I posed the following question:

44. Moving up into Tampa Bay, cruisers will discover the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR) north of charted Albert Whitted Airport. This has always been one of the best city run marinas that I have researched in the last 28 years. Recently, this already fine facility went through an extensive rebuilding process. Can someone who has stayed here since the project has been completed please comment on this facility? Some nearby dining recommendations would also be most welcome.

Responses follow:

We just spent three days at St. Pete. It was our first time there, so I cannot make any comparisons to previous facilities. The quality of the docks and services was fine. The restrooms and showers were in good condition. Friendly staff and easy access. Highly recommended.
Best regards,
Gene and Sue Fuller
Punta Gorda, Florida

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On 11/6/08, as part of a “Western Florida Wish List,” I posed the following question:

45. Just north of the St. Pete Marina, the Vinoy Resort Marina guards the northern banks of the `North Yacht Basin.’ This facility has also been completely rebuilt. Can someone please give us a report on the new incarnation of this marina?

Responses follow:

Hello
My name is Rick Medina. I am the Fleet Captain for Pasadena Yacht Club. I took our club to the New Vinoy Marina a year ago. We will return in April of this year during the art festival. The docks are massive concrete structures. They are very high. The Vinoy has installed ladders so small boats can get on and off. The dock help is helpful and very nice. The same amenities are still available such as their pool and health club which are a very short walk from the marina. Transient rates are approx. $2.50 a foot. There is plenty of water for those who draw 6 feet. It is also a gated marina for safety. The one draw back is [that] any Easterly winds will turn the basin into a roller coaster.
I hope this helps.
Rick Medina

The rebuilding appears to be complete, but the facility is nearly empty. The docks are concrete and quite massive. It seems that the majority of the facility is designated to be some sort of club. Not sure if a dockominium or not. Only about a dozen slips were occupied.
Best regards,
Gene and Sue Fuller
Punta Gorda, Florida

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