By Dalia Colon Where Just northwest of Tampa. Length: 40 miles. How to get around: Car. Experienced bicyclists may also enjoy the remote part of the Suncoast Trail that runs along the highway. Best time to visit: Fall or winter, for roll-down-the-windows driving weather. Fun fact: Suncoast…
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By Janet K. Keeler Tampa Bay, home to the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater, is one of the most densely populated regions of the state, but that’s no reason for adventure seekers to shy away. Niches of nature are abundant throughout the region and offer unique activities, including…
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By Dalia Colon Where: In the northern part of Tampa Bay, between Tampa and Clearwater Length: 9.5 miles How to get around: Car or bicycle. Best time to visit: Late winter or early spring, when air temperatures are cool enough for biking or walking along the Courtney Campbell Trail and the water…
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By Janet K. Keeler The word “sexy” comes to mind while bellied up to the bar at Fine & Dandy Cocktail Emporium. Maybe it’s the tasty rum cocktail called Rene’s Lament that’s fueling swanky thoughts, but the Heights Public Market at Armature Works in Tampa is beyond hip and cool. It’s sexy – the…
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By Terry Tomalin After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the number of military installations in Florida increased tenfold. Even before statehood, the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy had of strong presence in this natural jumping-off point to the Caribbean and South America, but when World War II broke…
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Find more information about Florida’s accessibility here. By Julie Landry Laviolette For families traveling with a child on the autism spectrum or with special needs, Tampa Bay, Fla., offers a wealth of activities. If your child prefers a sensory-friendly attraction, a quiet break or a patient…
Read MoreBy 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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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…
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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