The Historic Peninsula Inn has been part of the heart of Gulfport since 1905 and is listed in Historic Hotels of America and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
The Historic Peninsula Inn has been part of the heart of Gulfport since 1905 and is listed in Historic Hotels of America and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Photos by Carole Devillers
In Gulfport, the façade of The Gabber, Florida’s oldest independent weekly newspaper, is bound to bring a smile with its caricatures of spoonbills reading the paper.
In Gulfport, the façade of The Gabber, Florida’s oldest independent weekly newspaper, is bound to bring a smile with its caricatures of spoonbills reading the paper. Photos by Carole Devillers
Gulfport’s laid-back atmosphere and genuine “old-Florida” feel are much enjoyed by visitors and locals alike.
Gulfport’s laid-back atmosphere and genuine “old-Florida” feel are much enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Photos by Carole Devillers
Undergoing renovations, the Historic Peninsula Inn is currently closed for accommodations but is open for drinks and casual and fine dining on its sprawling veranda and lobby bar.
Undergoing renovations, the Historic Peninsula Inn is currently closed for accommodations but is open for drinks and casual and fine dining on its sprawling veranda and lobby bar. Photos by Carole Devillers
The Gulfport Welcome Center is the place to go to for visitor information, maps, a copy of The Gabber and more about this charming city bordering St. Petersburg.
The Gulfport Welcome Center is the place to go to for visitor information, maps, a copy of The Gabber and more about this charming city bordering St. Petersburg. Photos by Carole Devillers
Gary King, a man on a mission since the loss of his son, comes to Gulfport Fresh Market every Tuesday and gives away "HAPPINESS" stickers as part of his "Happiness Experiment" to help people overcome depression and be happier.
Gary King, a man on a mission since the loss of his son, comes to Gulfport Fresh Market every Tuesday and gives away "HAPPINESS" stickers as part of his "Happiness Experiment" to help people overcome depression and be happier. Photos by Carole Devillers
French croissants and bakery items made by Philippe and Angelique of Le Petit Delice are available for purchase during the weekly Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market.
French croissants and bakery items made by Philippe and Angelique of Le Petit Delice are available for purchase during the weekly Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market. Photos by Carole Devillers
Beech Kombucha, of St Pete, is part of the weekly Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market, selling and offering samples of traditionally brewed kombucha with unique flavor blends.
Beech Kombucha, of St Pete, is part of the weekly Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market, selling and offering samples of traditionally brewed kombucha with unique flavor blends. Photos by Carole Devillers
Brenda McMahon Gallery in Gulfport provides an artistic setting to take a relaxing break from the weekly market and wait for spouses to finish shopping.
Brenda McMahon Gallery in Gulfport provides an artistic setting to take a relaxing break from the weekly market and wait for spouses to finish shopping. Photos by Carole Devillers
Seated by one of Gary King’s "HAPPINESS" signs, St Pete photographer J. R. enjoys relaxing moments on the open patio of Stella’s restaurant in Gulfport.
Seated by one of Gary King’s "HAPPINESS" signs, St Pete photographer J. R. enjoys relaxing moments on the open patio of Stella’s restaurant in Gulfport. Photos by Carole Devillers
Kelli Harper, a barista at SumitrA Espresso Lounge +, takes a minute to pet sweet Shanti, a former greyhound racing dog adopted by customer Johanna Krynytzky.
Kelli Harper, a barista at SumitrA Espresso Lounge +, takes a minute to pet sweet Shanti, a former greyhound racing dog adopted by customer Johanna Krynytzky. Photos by Carole Devillers
Opened in 2018, the vegan restaurant & bakery Golden Dinosaurs has been voted best vegan food in Tampa Bay.
Opened in 2018, the vegan restaurant & bakery Golden Dinosaurs has been voted best vegan food in Tampa Bay. Photos by Carole Devillers
In the heart of Gulfport, the quaint Beach Quarters is the perfect location for tourists to stay when they come to explore this quirky beach town.
In the heart of Gulfport, the quaint Beach Quarters is the perfect location for tourists to stay when they come to explore this quirky beach town. Photos by Carole Devillers

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Michele SmithTuesday, May 30, 2023
A busy June on the Tampa Bay arts scene includes Pride Month events, a three-day Juneteenth celebration and celebrated artist Rico Gatson at the USF Contemporary Art Museum.
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The Chinsegut Hill Historic Site in Hernando County has witnessed Florida and national history from prehistoric people through the Civil War and Emancipation to the women's suffrage movement and the Great Depression. 
Feature Story The 42-story ONE Tampa luxury condominium tower is slated to start construction toward the end of 2023.

Luxury condos downtown, office space in Westshore continue Tampa's development boom

Christopher CurryTuesday, May 23, 2023
Back-to-back development forums put on by the Westshore Alliance and the Tampa Downtown Partnership show Tampa's high-end residential and commercial building boom shows no signs of slowing.
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Masthead gallery: Gulfport

Carole DevillersTuesday, May 23, 2023
A photo gallery from a day in quirky Gulfport.
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