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Published: April 23rd 2015
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Last Labor Day weekend we went to Tarpon Springs in Florida which was once known as the "Venice of the South." We were wondering whether to spend the weekend there or just go for a day trip. We decided on the latter as Tarpon Springs is only about a two hour drive from Orlando. We left Orlando at 8:40 a.m., and took Interstate 4 West first, then changed to Interstate 275 South. The town of Ta... Read Full Entry



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The diver getting ready to descend.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

He has his diving helmet on.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

All ready to go!
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Getting last minute instructions from the diving assistant.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Coming back to the boat after his dive.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Re-boarding the boat after his dive.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

He is helped up by the assistants.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Drying up after his dive.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

One of the 'Jolley Trolley' tourist buses that goes around the town.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Arts & Crafts Show on the street.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

The Dolphin Gift Shop.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Welcome sign at Sunset Beach.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Resting on the water.
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Roseate spoonbills in the sky.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Part of Sunset Beach.
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Tarpon Springs, Florida

Romance on the beach.
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Children's playground at the beach.
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Mobile radio station near the beach.
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Mobile cafeteria offering snacks and cold drinks.



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