By Movie Groovy Tampa - There are more than enough highlights at Tampa's Busch Gardens amusement park to fill a day: roller coasters that burst forward at 60 mph or pause at the precipice before a 90-degree free fall, plus giraffes and tropical birds that eat out of your hand. Don't forget to…
Read MoreMAURICE RIVENBARK and SEAN DALY You haven't seen Tampa's skyline until you've seen it from the water. Hop on a water taxi and see what we mean. Headed to Amalie Arena to see the Lightning? The Tampa Convention Center? Make the trip part of the experience…
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South of Tampa Bay, I-75 shuttles high-speed commuters hustling from one place to the next. The old Tamiami Trail connects communities. Long before Interstate 75 launched high-speed traffic along Florida's southwest coast, there was U.S. 41, a.k.a. the Tamiami Trail. This historic and leisurely…
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By Chelle Koster Walton Located north of Tampa, the town of Safety Harbor has an air of health and serenity. This is where Hernando de Soto discovered natural mineral springs and where today you can indulge in luxury at the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa near Tampa. The towering, witchy-armed oak…
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From the Boulevard of Dreams to Lettuce Lake Park, you’re never far from a water panorama. Tampa – This city of more than 300,000 inhabitants epitomizes “sprawling.” Extending from the compact downtown is an eclectic mix of neighborhoods and business areas covering 110 square miles. But tying it…
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By Jill Martin There are many sources of inspiration for travelers on a road trip from Tampa to Key West. Explore natural Florida at these fifteen off the beaten path pit-stops. 1. Bradenton No visit to Florida would be complete with a citrus tour and Mixon Fruit Farms is one of the best. Take a…
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By Saundra Amrhein The Indian and Hindu temples of Tampa Bay – home to the state’s third largest population of Indian-Americans, following South Florida and Orlando – are not just places of worship but also centers to pass on heritage to younger generations tracing lineage to India, and to the…
Read MoreBy VISIT FLORIDA staff Sited a mere 30 minutes north of Clearwater, the coastal city of Tarpon Springs is famed for its Greek heritage. It was founded in the early 1900s by Greek sponge divers, eager to harvest the abundant, natural sea sponges that populate the Anclote River. Today, the city…
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By Saundra Amrhein Yoga events are held throughout the year at Tampa Bay’s numerous Indian temples, featuring prominent gurus and swamis. Many events are free and open to the public. TAMPA, FL – Outside the white building of the Jain Temple, a gentle breeze stirs a few leaves across the pavement…
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By Carling Nolan Located on Florida’s west coast, Tampa is known for its world-class fishing, Latin-flavored nightclubs, and family-friendly amusement parks -- but your vacation wouldn’t be complete without a round at one of these three golf courses. Innisbrook Resort, Copperhead Course Palm…
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