The History of Treasure Island:
In 1528, not long after Christopher Columbus discovered the 'New World' the Spanish explorers came ashore on the Pinellas peninsula and discovered what is now known as Treasure Island. In 1915 the first hotel was erected by a man called Whiteford Smith Harrell and using a 65 foot boat named 'Don' Harrell shuttled visitors over from the mainland. He and others who followed him in purchasing land or cottage shacks, had great potential in the land becoming a resort city.
One group of investors was so inspired, they buried an old weathered oak chest on the island, later uncovered it in front of a small audience and proceeded to parade it down the city's main street like some great pirate treasure chest find. Thus the name Treasure Island was borne and the island sold.
Stay And Enjoy Yourself, On One Of Florida's Most Beautiful Beaches. Come Experience And Find ' Your Treasure ' In Treasure Island, Florida.
Other Activities:
shuffleboard, shopping, parasailing, mini golf, boating, horseshoes
