Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Tarpon Springs, Florida

Ever wonder where sponges come from? Yes, just like Sponge Bob says, they live under the sea! Scuba divers go down and get them and then sell them in little shops in Tarpon Springs, Florida for around $30! I found the downtown area very beautiful, with lovely bayous and bays and old Victorian houses. There are many very charming shops and cafes along the area adjacent to the Sponge Docks. Now, here's the bad part, the traffic in this town! OMG! There are 5 lanes in each direction going at breakneck speed at all times! I was scared to drive there! I stayed at the Lake Tarpon Resort and truly loved it. The price was right, the room was great and the adjacent bar and restaurant was truly wonderful. They actually prepared really tasty meals, not just bar food, and at affordable prices to boot. They had drink specials every day and the servers were very nice and attentive. Word to the wise: Try and find somewhere to stay where you can also eat and drink, so you don't have to go out on the highway much!

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