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St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is a city in
Florida located on a peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico
and Tampa Bay. It is a popular tourist destination, and
one of three cities in the Tampa Bay area (the others being
Clearwater and Tampa).
As of the 2000 census, St. Petersburg's population was 248,232.
Attractions in the area include:
Here is some more information about St. Petersburg:
- The main professional sports franchise in St. Petersburg is the Major League Baseball team, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Here is the seven day weather forecast for St. Petersburg:
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Here are some books about St. Petersburg that you might enjoy reading:
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By Doug Gelbert
Released: 2011-07-18
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There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are.
Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets.
Incorporated in 1903, St. Petersburg was new type of American city for a new century. Before St. Petersburg towns grew up with an industrial base, exploiting their natural resources or advantageous trade location. Here, the town grew up as a recreation destination. When town leaders dredged the harbor it was for pleasure boats and a 29-acre yacht basin - in fact water commerce was actively shuffled south, outside of the town. And the people did come to play. In the first quarter of the 20th century the population rose from less than 2,000 at the time of incorporation to an estimated 26,000.
In fact St. Petersburg received the stamp of approval as "Sunshine City" by no less an authority than the American Medical Association as far back as 1885. Dr. W.C. Van Bibber reported the results of his research that indicated that Pinellas Point peninsula was the sunniest place in the United States. Seldom has a proclamation before an august scientific body been so publicized to the public as this one, thanks to promoters of St. Petersburg. Millions of dollars was expended spreading the word about America's new Sunshine City. Lew Brown, the publisher of the St. Petersburg Independent announced that the entire edition of his afternoon paper would be given away FREE if the sun failed to show by 3:00 p.m. In 26 years the Independent was distributed free 123 times, five times a year.
Developing solely as a tourist resort turned out exactly as town founder John Williams envisioned it. In 1875 the Detroit native purchased 2,500 acres along Tampa Bay with pictures of graceful parks and broad boulevards dancing in his head. Not much happened on Pinellas Peninsula until 1888 when Williams convinced exiled Russian nobleman, the anglicized Peter Demens, to route his Orange Belt Railway here. The popular story goes that the two men flipped a coin to name the town and Demens won, christening the community after his birthplace in Russia. When Williams constructed the first resort hotel in town he called it Detroit for his home town.
A town as unique as St. Petersburg demands a unique walking tour and ours will involve a walk around a park and a walk around a lake, both in the center of town, and we'll start off in the park... |
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By Anne W. Anderson
Insiders' Guide
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Insiders' Guide to the Greater Tampa Bay Area is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to this beautiful Florida region. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective of Tampa Bay and its surrounding environs. |
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By Nigel Foster
Fosters
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Nigel Foster leads kayakers on 40 trips, with many additional route alternatives, in the wildlife-rich marine habitats of southern Florida. Features thorough descriptions of the routes, including prominent landmarks and points of special interest; detailed maps; and overviews of southern Florida's weather, tide, and current patterns.
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By Alma Wynelle Deese
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In this book, vintage postcards are compared with recent photographs to paint a new view of St. Petersburg's past and present. Over 200 beautiful images showcase St. Petersburg, Florida, as a growing city with a history. It provides invaluable information to new and long-time residents and tourists alike. Postcard collectors worldwide will also find the book invaluable for their collections. |
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By Rand McNally and Company
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By Bill Goodwin
Frommers
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Frommer's Portable Guides offer all the detailed information and insider advice of a Frommer's Complete Guide--but in a concise, pocket-sized format.Perfect for the short-term traveler who insists on value and doesn't want to wade through or carry a full-size guidebook, this series selects the very best choices in all price categories and takes you straight to the top sights. Get the latest on hotels, restaurants, sightseeing, sports, shopping, and nightlife in a nutshell in these lightweight, inexpensive guides. Frommer's takes you to Florida's Gulf Coast for a look at the highlights of Tampa Bay, including its glorious beaches, theme-park thrills at Busch Gardens, and much more. You'll discover terrific places to stay in all price categories, from family-friendly motels to lavish beachfront resorts, and we'll also show you the best places to sample fresh seafood or enjoy a sunset cocktail. We'll even take you on a quick side trip to Disney World, just 45 minutes away. Planning your fun in the sun has never been easier! If you're traveling beyond Tampa Bay, check out Frommer's Florida or Frommer's Walt Disney World & Orlando. If you're on a tight budget, turn to Frommer's Florida from $60 a Day. |
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By Chelle Koster Walton
Hunter Publishing
Released: 2009-11-08
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Based on our much larger guide to Tampa Bay & Florida's West Cost, this zeroes in on New Port Richey, Tarpon Springs & Dunedin, Clearwater & Clearwater Beach, the Sand Key Communities, Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg.
This easy-to-use book is packed with practical information and enticing facts that make it fun to read: A clean, attractive layout makes it easy to find what you're looking for within each of the book's six sections, whether it be suggestions for finding the best food, lodging, kayaking, fishing, or shopping; even driving directions are included. Following are reviews of the full guide.
"This new edition of Walton's comprehensive guide is a must for visitors." --Bon Voyage
"It was very knowledgeable. Told about most of the activities going on in Tampa and St. Petersburg." -- Beverly McChesney
"Chelle Koster Walton's third edition of Tampa Bay & Florida's West Coast is out, and it updates all the basics on accommodations, restaurants, natural areas and historic sites alike. This adventure-oriented guide outlines the best in inland and water trips, includes museums and shopping, and provides an outdoor focus and budget-minded focus which will appeal to trip planners." -- Midwest Book Review
"A full update of this popular guidebook, previously called the Adventure Guide to Florida's West Coast. This book takes in all the cities, towns, nature preserves, wilderness areas and sandy beaches that grace the Sunshine State's western shore. Covers Tampa Bay to Naples and Everglades National Park to Sanibel Island. Canoeing the Everglades, hiking on Gasparilla Island, exploring the history of Tampa's Ybor City - it's all here!" -- Amazon reviewer
"A full update of this guidebook, previously called the Adventure Guide to Florida's West Coast. This book takes in all the cities, towns, nature preserves, wilderness areas and sandy beaches that grace the Sunshine State's western shore. Covers Tampa Bay to Naples and Everglades National Park to Sanibel Island. Canoeing the Everglades, hiking on Gasparilla Island, exploring the history of Tampa's Ybor City - it's all here!" -- Lissa
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By Sarah Byrt
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Insight Guides, the world's largest visual travel guide series, in association with Discovery Channel, the world's premier source of nonfiction entertainment, provides more insight than ever. From the most popular resort cities to the most exotic villages, Insight Guides capture the unique character of each culture with an insider's perspective. Inside every Insight Guide you'll find: .Evocative, full-colour photography on every page .Cross-referenced, full-colour maps throughout .A brief introduction including a historical timeline .Lively essays by local writers on the culture, history, and people .Expert evaluations on the sights really worth seeing .Special features spotlighting particular topics of interest .A comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions, as well as practical information on getting around and advice for travel with children |
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Released: 2011-10-18
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Frommer's ShortCuts give you exactly what you need for your trip to
Tampa, St. Petersburg & Southwest Florida—and no more.
In this ebook, you'll get the same expert advice that you'll find in all
Frommer's guides, from candid reviews and detailed maps to insider tips from
our local authors. Plus, we’ve added planning and background information as
well as our signature "Best of " features.
This Frommer’s ShortCuts to Tampa, St. Petersburg & Southwest Florida includes:
Tampa, St. Petersburg, St. Pete & Clearwater Beaches, Sarasota, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel & Captiva Islands, Naples, Marco Island.
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