Ever had that moment when you’re standing in the middle of a treasure trove so vast, so gloriously chaotic that your senses don’t know which way to turn first?
That’s the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market in Auburndale, Florida for you – a sprawling bazaar where one person’s castoffs become another’s prized possessions, and where the scent of sizzling street food mingles with the musty perfume of vintage collectibles.
In the heart of Central Florida, between Orlando’s theme park madness and Tampa’s coastal cool, sits this weekend warrior’s paradise that locals have been keeping to themselves for far too long.
The yellow and red exterior might not scream “architectural marvel,” but that’s part of its charm – this isn’t a place putting on airs…