Gasparilla is right around the corner, and with thousands of people set to flock to Tampa, businesses are taking steps now to be ready to handle the crowds.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to flood downtown Tampa for Gasparilla weekend, and with that invasion of pirates comes a boom in business to the restaurants, hotels, and bars in the area.
The countdown to this weekend’s Gasparilla festivities is on. As thousands of people prepare to flood downtown Tampa, local restaurants, bars, and hotels are also getting ready to reap the benefits of a big business weekend.