About 90 miles (145 km) southwest of Orlando, along Florida’s west coast, is Tampa. With its bustling downtown that offers multiple dining and entertainment options, thriving River Walk scene, and proximity to water activities from relaxing on the beach to kayaking rivers and bays, savvy travelers know it’s the perfect addition to their vacation itinerary!…
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Planning family trips that are enjoyable for both parents and children can be stressful. At ZooTampa at Lowry Park, families can fill their day with adventure, memories, delicious food and more! Check out the Zoo’s latest babies: Koala Joey ZooTampa’s first koala joey has arrived! Initially, a joey is blind and earless, relying on natural…
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Are you looking for a family-friendly attraction that would satisfy even Goldilocks? Explore, experience, and enjoy the charmingly unique personality of The Florida Aquarium. The Florida Aquarium in Tampa is widely regarded as one of the best aquariums in the United States. Last year, The Florida Aquarium placed third in the nation in USA Today’s…
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Gatorland, the “Alligator Capital of the World,” knows how to treat families right. Not only are there animals, shows and educational wildlife programs for everyone, but also customized activities for various age groups and areas of interest, too, all offering a unique, “Real Florida” adventure. Fun for the whole family are the alligator breeding marsh…
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During your stay in Tampa, there are certain must-see attractions that you do not want to miss. One of those is The Florida Aquarium, part of Tampa Bay’s ZooQuarium! Two can’t-miss attractions for one low price and countless memories. Located in the Channel District, this 204,000-square-foot facility is home to a variety of sea life….
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If you are fortunate enough to enjoy Florida’s warm coastal waters and springs, you might have the opportunity to see a unique species of marine mammal, the Florida manatee, a subspecies of the West Indian manatee. Manatees are often referred to as “sea cows” because they are herbivores that graze on freshwater and saltwater plants….
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We hear about Tampa all the time since it’s just an hour’s drive west of Orlando on I-4. But what happens there? You’ll be surprised! We wanted to find out all that Tampa has to offer. So here are our Top 10 things to do in Tampa! 1. Busch Gardens This African themed park is…
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Gatorland. The name says it all. An Orlando Attraction based around Florida’s king of the swamp, the alligator…. This park was around before Walt Disney even stepped foot in Orlando, and like so many of Florida’s original roadside attractions, it has kept it’s pre-theme park charm and kitsch. Originally a cattle farm, Gatorland is over…
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If you’re planning a day to explore Tampa with the kids, you’ll have to start early to get to it all . But as a destination that boasts Florida’s most kid-friendly attraction, it’s well worth it! Morning To start your day off like a Tampanian, eating breakfast at Datz is a must. This funky restaurant…
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