b"Just Go.The Rest Is Easy.by Heather SchulmanThe TradeWindsIslandResortsisfamily-friendly,andthat such as toys, leashes and doggie bowls, on loan, so Puck hadincludes the family dog. The hotel understands that a family everything he needed to keep him busy. The Pet Play Zone is avacation wouldnt be complete without mans best friend. We secure area offering dogs an off-leash experience right on theproperty. Features include a doggie drinking fountain, photo opdisplay area for a fun keepsake, grass, plenty of shade and evena fire hydrant.PetFriendlyzonesthroughoutthepropertyarehigh-lighted on the TradeWinds Island Grand map. Pets are requiredto stay within these designated areas and are required to stayon a leash when not in the Pet Play Zone. A special dog walkis set along the resorts meandering waterways and beachfrontdunes. Make certain to stop by the beachside hammock for theultimate relaxation experience or some snooze time for youand your pet. There are convenient rinsing and drying stationsAbove, Puck kayaking at Fort DeSoto. in case your dog needs a quick wash.Below, he patiently awaits to be served. Paw Court Bistro is the hotels one-of-a-kind pet roomservice menu, rated four paws by The New Barker. Items onthe menu include Mutt Meat Loaf, Chow Chow Salmon orGulf front room.Photography by Heather SchulmanDoggie Pu Pu Pork Platter. We treated Puck to Fidos Fajitas (hewas on vacation after all). The sauted sirloin tips were tossed inadeliciousbrowngravy,whichPuckquicklydevoured.Hecould not believe his lucky stars.After Pucks dinner and a nice walk, we tucked him intobed, placed the Do Not Disturb sign on our room door andsnuck away for some human fun. The Guy Harvey RumFishGrill features a 33,500 gallon aquarium built by Wayde Kingknow ours wouldnt be without Puck.and Brett Raymer of Animal Planet's hit series, Tanked. ThatThe St. Pete Beach resort provides a welcoming environ- and the cutting edge seafood made for an unforgettable diningmentwithplentyofpet-orientedamenities.Standardpet experience.friendly suites are available at both the Island Grand or Guy The TradeWinds Island Resort offers a myriad of dining,Harvey Outpost. Gulf front pet friendly suites are only available drinking and shopping options right on the property. It wasat the Island Grand. tempting to just park the car and never leave. But after a goodThe hotel prides itself in continuing to provide its guests nights rest, we were ready for some adventure on the waterwith total satisfaction and a one-of-a-kind resort experience withPuck,andheadedtoFortDeSotoParksdogfriendlyunlikeanyhotel. Andincaseyouforgotanything,theyve beach. While city ordinance does not allow animals on St. Petethought of everything.Beach, the world-class beach at Fort De Soto Park was only aThe Doggie Accessory Center is located in the designated ten minute drive from our hotel, and has both a dog friendlypet area and accessible using your room key. It contains items beach and a Paw Playground. 66THE NEW BARKER www.TheNewBarker.com"