From Little Rock to Clearwater: My Big Move to Florida | Tampa vs. Miami, Apartment Hunt & New Job

Join me on this journey as I travel from Little Rock, Arkansas, to multiple cities in Florida—including Tampa-Clearwater-St. Pete and Fort Lauderdale-Aventura-Miami — on a mission to explore, relax, connect with various communities, and ultimately relocate to a better life.

This video covers the entire timeline:
🔹 A 10-day trip with my dad to explore potential places to move.
🔹 Fishing trips, church visits, local restaurants, and vibrant community vibes.
🔹 Real estate and apartment hunting in Clearwater, Tampa, and Fort Lauderdale.
🔹 Securing a new job that allowed me to make the move.
🔹 The DIY moving process: U-Haul rental, car shipping, packing chaos, and arriving in our new Clearwater home.

If you're thinking of moving to Florida or just love real travel stories with a purpose—this one's for you.

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📍 Some Notable Places We Visited
🎣 Fishing & Nature
⦿ Deep Sea Fishing Charter – Departed from a dock near Clearwater; we caught snapper and had an unforgettable first morning.
⦿ Tampa Waterfront Parks – Great pier for walking and people fishing.
⦿ Fort Lauderdale Beach – Surprisingly calm, great visibility for snorkeling.

⛪ Churches
⦿ Armenian Church in Pinellas Park (St. Hagop Armenian Church) – A welcoming spiritual hub where I met new friends.
⦿ St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton – Beautiful area and great liturgy experience.
⦿Hollywood Armenian Church – Met with Father Vartan.

🍽️ Restaurants & Food Spots
⦿ P Grill (Polish/Ukrainian Restaurant) – Eastern European comfort food near Clearwater.
⦿ Askanelli (Georgian Restaurant, Fort Lauderdale) – Amazing soup, khachapuri, and Napoleon cake.
⦿ Ararat Armenian Restaurant in Aventura – Armenian dishes, beer, and cozy ambiance.

🛍️ Eastern European Groceries
⦿ Euro Deli (Clearwater) and others across South Florida – Stocked up on nostalgic foods and sweets.

🌇 Sightseeing & Fun
⦿ Clearwater Beach – White sand and warm waters.
⦿ St. Pete Pier & Discovery Center – Rooftop tiki bar, pizza, and piña coladas.
⦿ Downtown Miami & Brickell – Scenic views and water excursions.
⦿ Mini boat tour in Tampa Bay – Slow but scenic ride past waterfront mansions.

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