Economy got you down? Your family is begging for a vacation, yet the bad economic news keeps you from looking for travel deals. You NEED a vacation!!!

There is a way to beat the gloom and doom. Buddy up. That’s right – buddy up. A vacation rental by owner offer unbeatable vacation deals if split between a few friends.

And, what’s not to like (if you go with compatible families)? The kids play together and stay out of your hair; the guys can do guy things together; and the gals can enjoy the beach.

Just a look at Clearwater Beach vacation rentals makes my point. But first, let’s look at Clearwater Beach hotels. A quick look on expedia found the lowest per night Clearwater Beach hotel rates around: $119 for the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa; $147 at the Dolphin Beach Resort and Beachcomer Resort and Hotel; $180 at Best Western; and $206 at the Bilmar Beach Resort and Holiday Inn.

Not bad prices for Clearwater Beach vacation deals during high season, but try sticking a family in a cramped hotel room. And, add the freight for eating out all the time, and the boarding for Fido. That adds up to a pretty penny for a well deserved Clearwater Beach vacation that is out of budget for many today.

Now on to a Clearwater Beach vacation rental. Just a quick look at the granddaddy of vacation rentals website, VRBO, found these vacation deals in Clearwater Beach.

A three bedroom, two bath house with a pool, private beach, boat, bicycles, and fishing poles that allowed pets. Rates weren’t posted for high season but ranged from $595 to $1095 a week. You do the math on the per night rate when you put a couple of families in there.

It appeared that this Clearwater Beach vacation rental was not directly on the beach, but was waterfront. For those rates, a small walk or drive makes this a great Clearwater Beach vacation deal.

On Clearwater Beach are many vacation rental condos. One listed was a three bedroom, two bath penthouse condo located on the top, tenth floor of the popular Sand Castle II Condominiums. The master bedroom and living room share an extra-large balcony directly overlooking the beach with breathtaking panoramic views, perfect for enjoying the Clearwater Beach brilliant sunsets.

The quiet, wide beach offers sparkling, white sand loaded with undiscovered seashells and relaxing cabanas. The heated swimming pool and whirlpool/spa stays warm all year long. There are two barbecue gas grills with tables for pool-side fun.

The master bedroom has brand-new, tropical island-style furniture with luxurious king-size bed, en suite bathroom, ceiling fan, TV, and opens to beachfront balcony.

The second bedroom has two pillow top queen-size beds with TV/DVD/VCR with panoramic views of intracoastal waterway. The third bedroom has new furniture with two twin-size beds, TV/DVD/VCR with Nintendo hookups also overlooking the intracoastal waterway.

There is a gorgeous leather, queen-size, sleeper sofa, over-size rattan chairs, and ceiling fan in living room that opens to the beachfront balcony.

In addition, there is internet all for $1995 a week during high season, and $975 a week during low season.

Another 3/2 beachfront Clearwater Beach vacation rental condo is handicap accessible with an elevator. It has a deluxe entertainment centers with large TVs, DVD’s CD players and stereos and a selection of family videos. It is stocked with board games and puzzles to entertain the kids when they are too tired for the beach and pool. Rates range from $1875-$2475 a week depending on season.

The piece de resistance is a five bedroom, three bath clean, spacious, well maintained house that sleeps 11-14. This beautiful beach house located on the north end of the Island of Clearwater Beach is only 34 steps to the sand! It has beautiful tropical landscaping, professionally decorated and furnished with all the comforts of home. Also included is a hot tub and internet. In addition, there is a community swimming pool and lighted tennis courts minutes away. You would be able to walk to all the beach activities, restaurants and shops or take the Jolly Trolley that runs every 30 minutes up Mandalay Avenue. Rates run from $2200 to $3100.

Clearwater Beach was recently rated in the TOP “5″ best beaches in the state of Florida by Cable TV’s Travel Channel.

In addition, Clearwater Beach stretches for over five uninterrupted miles which includes Caledesi Island which was named the #1 beach in America in 2008 by Dr. Beach!

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HELP I CHEATED and i think he did too?
cheated on my boyfriend I really want to forget about the whole thing. I think it would be a mistake if I told my boyfriend but I don't want to be dishonest. Should I tell him?
it was almost a week ago my boyfriend went to a job party.. i couldnt go he knew it would bother me because it was in a club but he promised he will call before he goes and after when he comes out. it was 7pm i was desperate we never were seperated especailly him going out to the city without me and his coworkers. he knew i would be waiting for his call.8pm he still hasent called so idecided to call an old guy i used to mess around with it had been 4 years that i havent seen him. he picks up i told him if he wanted to chill and he agreed. i got ready i wore the outfit i was suppose to wear to go with my boyfriend because i thought guest were invited until the last minute. i looked hot. we left it was 9 he still hasent called i txt him he didnt write back. i decide i wanted to get drunk so then i would forget that my boyfriend was out. the guy bought beers he didnt know i had a man the whole time. than we were looking for a club but it was wednsday so it was hard to find one. so i decided to go to the city to watch a movie. while he bought beers i call ed my boyfriend and he didnt pivk up.. at times his phone was off and i kept texting him over and over. he knew not picking up was a big deal. since he didnt pick up it made me drink even more. we went to the movies i made the guy oreder everything i wanted i started to flirt likke crazy and he smelled just like boyfriends colone so i just pictured him as my man. i went to the bathroom to call ity was 11pm i called again 12am left voicemails no answer i thought the only reason he would not pick up is if he is having sex with a girl. so i drank sum more. me n the guy left in the middle of the movie and i asked him if he wanted to make love with me n yea he had no prob. i said lets go to a nice hotel so i made him take me to really expensive hotel. we arrived i called my boyfriend one more time he still didnt pick up my heart was hurting so bad. i left my phone in his car and went with the guy. we went to a nice room we had sex >>ugh! it wa crazy if i went into detail… i was drunk but i remember everything and y i did it. it was 4am he fell asslep i went to sleep right after cause i didnt want to be drunk any more we woke up at 7am we went to the car i checked my phone my Bf didnt call all he did was txt me at 4am that he was on his wayhome he said the lounge was underground everyone was drinking he got tipsy and his cowoker was given him a ride with all the other ppl he worked with ( he works with pretty girls as well)back so he had to wait for him he said there was no dancing and that he was sorry he couldnt call becuase of reception ad he didnt want to wake me at 4am. now here iam i played my boyfirend of 2years because he didnt pick up and i dnt know if what he is saying is true..but i love him so much and for sum reason i am more nicer and cudely with him..shamefully it provedked me to sleep with him the next day.. i love him i need help.. should i confess maybe he cheated also

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