Frights and Fun at Raprager Fall Festival and Haunted Farm
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Frights and Fun at Raprager Fall Festival and Haunted Farm

Halloween is almost here and fall festivals and spooky events are in full swing! Although most fall festivals are family-friendly, you don’t need kids in tow to experience all the fun. Raprager Family Farm in Odessa is bringing back its annual Fall Pumpkin Festival and Haunted Barn on select days from September 20-November 3, 2024….

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Tampa Bay’s Best Hidden Gems for a Memorable Date Night

Tampa is famous for a lot of attractions, from theme parks to museums to downtown restaurants. But there are a lot of places in Tampa that are less well-known but still worth exploring! Some of the best kept secrets in Florida are right here in Tampa Bay. If you’re looking for a date night exploring…

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10 Natural Springs Near Tampa Bay You Must Visit for Labor Day Weekend

While Florida is well known for its stunning beaches, the state’s equally stunning Florida springs can be your Labor Day Weekend adventure. These watery treasures provide beautiful scenery, aquatic activities, and unique wildlife while giving you relief from the steamy Florida heat. Many of these Florida springs are a reasonable drive from the Tampa Bay…

Guide to the Ybor City Saturday Market

Day Date Idea: Exploring the Ybor City Saturday Market

If you’re looking for local produce, delicious food, and amazing artisan goods, check out the Ybor City Saturday Market. This outdoor market, offering farm fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet foods, local crafts, and tons of fun shopping, can be found every weekend in the heart of the historic Ybor City. Stop by for weekly essentials…

A Local’s Guide to Rainbow River Tubing for Summertime Fun
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A Local’s Guide to Rainbow River Tubing for Summertime Fun

Florida is famous for lovely beaches, but we’ve got a few springs around that are some of our best hidden treasures. If you’re looking for a date that’s perfect for the hot summer days in Florida head to Rainbow River Springs! Here, you’ll enjoy a day of fun in the sun, while cooling off in…

The Best Spots to Go Tubing in Florida this Summer

The Best Spots to Go Tubing in Florida this Summer

Florida has one of the largest concentrations of natural springs in the world. In fact, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection says the Sunshine State boasts more than 900 natural springs. About 40 are open to the public and, yes, a tube can make for a great exploration vessel. Explore Florida’s waterways by hopping into…

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10 Natural Springs Near Tampa Bay You Must Visit At Least Once

While Florida is well known for its stunning beaches, the state’s equally stunning Florida springs can be your next summer adventure. These watery treasures provide beautiful scenery, aquatic activities, and unique wildlife while giving you relief from the steamy Florida heat. Hidden away in Florida’s wilderness, many of these Florida springs near Tampa Bay are…

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Take a Trip to Tampa’s Past at the Henry B. Plant Museum: Essential Tips

The University of Tampa’s historic campus, once Tampa’s premier hotel in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, now houses the Henry B. Plant Museum. Experience the grandeur of its past with our essential tips for visiting this renowned Tampa museum. The building and its surrounding area have changed over the years as the university…

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Free Activities in Tampa Bay, Clearwater & St. Pete

Trying to save a little money? You don’t need a huge budget in order to plan a romantic and memorable date night with your partner. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite free things to do in Tampa Bay, Clearwater and St. Pete, from monthly festivals to art and walking tours, local attractions, and more. …

Day Trip to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
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Essential Tips for The Perfect Summer Day Trip to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

About an hour north of Tampa in Hernando County’s city of Weeki Wachee, you’ll find a little nostalgic Florida gem, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Buccaneer Bay Water Park, a quintessential Old Florida site. As Florida’s one and only spring-fed water park, this would make for a perfect summer day trip!  And it’s particularly exciting for…

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20+ Free Activities in Tampa Bay, Clearwater & St. Pete for Easter

/ Easter in Tampa Bay / Easter Events / 20+ Free Activities in Tampa Bay, Clearwater & St. Pete for Easter Trying to save a little money while celebrating Easter this year? We’ve compiled a list of our favorite free things to do in Tampa Bay, Clearwater and St. Pete this Easter without a big…

Tampa Bay Parks for a Perfect Picnic
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Top Tampa Bay Parks for the Perfect Picnic Date

Did you know that Tampa was ranked as one of America’s best picnic spots by Travel + Leisure magazine? And it’s no wonder! Tampa Bay parks serve up huge helpings of year-round sunshine, sweeping waterfront views and beautiful flora. With fall on the horizon, what better way to spend the day than on a romantic outdoor…

U-pick farms in Tampa Bay - sunflowers at Hunsader Farms in Bradenton, FL

Pick Your Own Sunflowers and Zinnias in Tampa Bay

Pick sunflowers with your love! Thanks to Florida’s climate, it is pretty much always u-pick season in the Tampa Bay area. There are plenty of sunflower and zinnia farms where you can take advantage of Florida’s early growing season. We’ve included all our favorite places for u-pick sunflowers and zinnias in Tampa Bay, as well…

Experience the Beauty of Sunken Gardens in St. Pete

Experience the Beauty of Sunken Gardens in St. Pete

Sunken Gardens is a hidden gem of Tampa Bay. Located on 4th street, Sunken Gardens St. Petersburg is a botanical paradise filled with exotic plants and flowers up to 100 years old. As the oldest museum in St. Pete, and one of the last “roadside attractions” in Florida, the Sunken Gardens is a perfect date…