Whether you feel like strolling along white-sand beaches, testing your nerve on thrill rides, or wandering through upscale shopping districts, there's something to your liking in the diverse Bay Area. Bright, modern Tampa is the area's commercial center. Peninsular St. Petersburg lies across the bay. Tarpon Springs, to the northwest, is still Greek in flavor. The Nature Coast, to the north, remains somewhat rural, with extensive preserves. To the south, Sarasota is a sophisticated resort town.
