Christena Schafale on fri 19 jan 01
Hi folks,
I need some help from Florida-dwellers or aficianados (sp?). I'm going to
be in the Tampa-St. Pete area Feb 8-12, and I'm looking for an interesting
place to stay on the night of Feb. 11 (don't want an anonymous high-rise,
but can't pay over $100). We're going to be camping most of the time, but
want to splurge (and take showers, etc) the last night. Doesn't have to be
fancy (actually prefer not fancy). Needs to be no more than an hour from
the Tampa airport, since we're leaving early on the 12th. Any suggestions
from the locals?
Also, if there are any pottery sights to see on the Gulf Coast, say within
3 hours of St. Pete, I'd love to know about it. Thanks!
Chris Schafale
Consultation and Referral Specialist
Resources for Seniors
713-1537
christenas@rfsnc.org
KYancey on fri 19 jan 01
Hi Chris, Welcome to St. Pete - Tampa.
You are 2 hours away from Axner and Bennett Pottery Supplies. Both companies have
been very nice when I visited and offered to show me around. Just a few weeks ago I
visited Axner and saw their experimental electric/gas kiln and was very impressed
with their reduction results. You'll be tempted to take a wheel home with you from
Bennetts. Their prices are the best I've seen.
In St. Pete, you really should stop in St. Petersburg Clay Company. It is a
co-owned, co-op studio, pottery supply and gallery. Russ, Stan and Charly are
great, and will be happy to show off their Minnesota Flat Top.
Ybor City is a must! Friday around midnight is the best time to go. No matter, what
your age, be prepared to be shocked and/or amazed. I'll leave it at that.
As far as an interesting place to stay under $100 I'm afraid I can't be too much
help, since I live here. never needed to investigate that idea. We are in the
middle of tourist season. Prices don't go down until June. I hope someone else can
help you.
I am curious, however, as to where you are camping. If you are looking for some
good bird watching or alligator watching, well, I'm the expert. I can definately
let you know where the best places to go for eco-tourisim. Just let me know.
Ken
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