At the
Gulf Shore YOUR SOURCE FOR LOCAL ART, ENTERTAINMENT & FUN
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DRY TORTUGAS Adventure in Florida’s Backyard
Fishing THE FLATS
Local Artists
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s g n i r Sp Opa! Tarpon Springs is abundant with Greek food, culture, and of course shopping. Along its winding, crescent waterways, Tarpon Springs has a unique encounter. Here you will find some of the most authentic Greek restaurants, pastry shops, and galleries. It’s “Old World” vibe is present everywhere as you walk down the bricked streets. Sponges and shells are part of the sea treasures available from artisans here. Art and festivals celebrate creativity several times a year. Take the time to visit these quaint shops and enjoy the delicious food from this niche in Pinellas County. Along Dodecanese Boulevard, are the Internationally known Sponge Docks. This small Greek community built up this area to become the “Sponge Capital of the World”! You can experience its history with a sponge diving tour and even get a glimpse of some of the fishermen as you shop. Sponge diving dates to the 1800s and you can experience this adventure on a tour where a diver suits up in the traditional suit. But the spirit of the town doesn’t stop here. Lots of pure, olive oil products and soaps are among the items that some of the shops offer. You will find authentic, handmade jewelry. The large and super-large sponges, shells, and other art items are created
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t. Armand’s Circle is known for its ideal shopping
and its proximity near
the beautiful beaches of
Sarasota and Siesta Key. Feast your eyes on the many designer shops
and galleries. If you seek
upscale dining, shopping and the beach, then, this is your go-to spot. Not far from here, you can
also tap into downtown
Sarasota, where you will
find more art galleries and exquisite shopping if you
want to step away form the tourist area. Downtown is
abundant with a “city-like” feel and a growing new age community.
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