Explore our favorite things to do in Tampa Bay.
You know we love the Tampa Bay area, and for good reason. There are so many beautiful places and awesome things to do in Tampa Bay. And now the greatness of Tampa Bay, and St. Pete specifically, is even more official! Forbes recently released its annual list of the top places to travel in the…
Summer in Florida calls for sunshine, warm weather, and free time for the kiddos. These days it’s so hard to unplug from work, school, and just everyday life. Kids are accustomed to iPads, tablets, TVs, and mindless entertainment. By setting aside a weekend or two to unplug and go camping, kids can learn the value…
An abundance of natural beauty awaits you and your date at Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County. Considered one of the most ecologically diverse parks, Fort De Soto weaves a majestic tapestry of birdlife, sea life, wildlife, plant life and history, ready and waiting to be explored! Once a military outpost, Fort De Soto…
Lakeland has so many incredible, hidden and off the beaten path experiences and attractions! Just a short hop away from both the Orlando and Tampa Bay areas, Lakeland is an in-the-know hotspot of foodie events, walkable downtown tours, and tons of fun! From street festivals to top notch restaurants, drive in movies to swans at…
Have you ever had the perfect Florida day? There’s something so remarkable about a day spent exploring a Florida destination you haven’t been to before. On our first visit my husband, son, and I fell in love with a special place that is often overlooked: Historic Cocoa Village. It’s easy to focus on places like…
There is no better time to watch outdoor movies in Tampa than during the spring and summer months. With spring now launching itself upon the city, it’s time to review some of the best Tampa movie night venues that hold outdoor movie events. Don’t forget to bring some chairs and a blanket when attending an…
St. Petersburg is the perfect city to live in (or have nearby) to help take your mind off of everything happening in the world for a day. From the city’s beautiful, vibrant murals to the rich art scene, St. Petersburg is a photographer’s dream city. Check out our list of St. Pete’s Instagrammable spots for…
Florida is known for beautiful white sand beaches, but there is much more the Sunshine State has to offer. If you’re ever in the mood to get outdoors and feel like you’re trekking through the forest, Florida has many different caves and caverns that will give you a unique experience you’ll want to tell everyone…
With the Tampa Bay and Hillsborough River right along downtown, spending the day on the water makes perfect sense. The Bay and the river offer views of mansions, historical sites, downtown, attractions, and aquatic-life, plus the area has a rich and interesting history! There’s so much to see and learn! Day or night cruises are…
Coming up with fun things to do with your significant other, that you haven’t already done, might seem impossible and you may end up sitting on your couch watching the same thing for the thousandth time. Surprise your date with one of these stay at home date ideas. All the ideas below are fun things…
When it comes to creating fabulous food, there can never be too many cooks in the kitchen, especially when it’s the two of you. Take the chore and bore out of meal making by attending one of these Tampa Bay cooking classes together. Tampa Bay cooking classes will expand your eating experiences, encourage you to…
Just south of Tampa, you can find a slice of paradise that will make you feel like you’re on an exotic tropical getaway. Anna Maria Island is just a little over an hour away from the Tampa Bay area and is filled with some of the best beaches on the west coast. Whether you’re just…
Bordering the area of St. Petersburg, Gulfport is a cute and quaint town off the beaten path. Located right on the water and complete with restaurants dishing out homemade cuisine, boutiques, art galleries, ice cream shops, and more, Gulfport is a great date idea. In addition to all the shops and restaurants Gulfport has to…
From Twinkling Stars to Illuminated Waters, Share a Magical Bioluminescent Kayaking Tour When you first see it you may think you’re looking at the stars in a dark night sky. When you realize it’s the water glowing, your world gets turned upside down. Kind of like when you first met your new love. “It” is…
One of the joys of the Tampa Bay area is close proximity to an abundance of islands and keys. As an Orlandoan myself, I am often envious of the sheer amount of pristine beaches and islands available to those in the Tampa area. On a recent weekend getaway to the Compass Hotel at Anna Maria…
When I mentioned to friends that my husband and I were going to Orlando to check out the Orlando Beer Spa, they had questions – lots of them. Do you actually sit in a tub full of beer? Why do you sit on a bed of hay toward the end? Do you really get unlimited…
Think AirBnb can only help you find a place to stay? Well, think again! AirBnb also has a wide range of amazing experiences that you can book in most cities – including right here in Tampa! Whether you want to explore St. Pete for a day, go fishing, or learn about Florida wildlife, there are…
Sometimes we get stuck in a routine of doing the same old, same old, whether it’s with dating or just our everyday lives. There’s plenty of different things to do out in the Tampa Bay area that will give us a variation of what we are used to. Why not recreationally throw axes at wooden…
Even though it doesn’t snow in Tampa, there are still some cool places to experience some chilly winter fun this holiday season! Play in the “snow”–without the accompany frigid temperatures–or take a whirl around and ice skating rink together. Here are a few places to see snow around town. Winter Beach at the St. Pete…
By Johora Warren My husband brings in the mail. As he drops it on the table, I look down and my heart stops. “Is that what I think it is?” My eyes locked on the rectangular envelope with our address neatly scrawled on the front. “It appears so.” He carefully opens the envelope and pulls out…