Posts in Category: Tarpon Springs

An Alligator Watching Hotspot in Tarpon Springs, Florida

I have spent many weekends enjoying the quiet nature preserves of northern Pinellas County. This portion of the Tampa Bay region is so much less touristy. No matter which city you find yourself in, ...

9 Fun things to do in Tarpon Springs: The Sponge Capital of the World

Tarpon Springs, a small town located along the Anclote River in Northern Pinellas County, is most famous for being “the sponge capital of the world.” Greek immigrants settled this Gulf ...

6 Greek restaurants to try in Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay has a rich Greek history. The small coastal city of Tarpon Springs, located on the Gulf about 40 min from the city, is home to the highest percentage of Greek Americans in the country. ...

Attraction of the Week: Dolphin Adventure Cruise on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Tarpon Springs, a quaint Gulf Coast community located 40 min north of Tampa, draws tourists from all over for its’ rich Greek history, historic sponge docks, and beautiful low-key beaches. In ...

A Stormy Ride along Florida’s Pinellas Trail

Not soon after moving to Tampa, Mike and I embarked on the 10 mile journey from Dunedin to Tarpon Springs via the popular Pinellas Trail biking/walking path. We had heard about this trail before ...

A Dark Stormy Night at Sunset Beach – Tarpon Springs, Florida

Update: We explored a lot in this area in our 3 years living here. This is one of just many gorgeous beaches we had the opportunity to visit. I recommend checking out my Gulf beach tourist guide for ...

A Relaxing Evening at Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Every area has its’ own unique gems that have “that special something.” In Tarpon Springs, that place is Fred Howard Park. This beautiful park, located on the Gulf of Mexico, ...

Brooker Creek Preserve: A Quiet, Natural Oasis in Tarpon Springs, Florida

This week, Mike and I decided to check out beautiful Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs, Florida. We saw the sign while driving (on several occasions) and finally decided to take a detour for ...

Articles in Category: Tarpon Springs

An Alligator Watching Hotspot in Tarpon Springs, Florida

9 Fun things to do in Tarpon Springs: The Sponge Capital of the World

6 Greek restaurants to try in Tampa Bay

Attraction of the Week: Dolphin Adventure Cruise on Florida’s Gulf Coast

A Stormy Ride along Florida’s Pinellas Trail

A Dark Stormy Night at Sunset Beach – Tarpon Springs, Florida

A Relaxing Evening at Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Brooker Creek Preserve: A Quiet, Natural Oasis in Tarpon Springs, Florida