For travelers visiting cities where you want to see many tourist attractions in a short amount of time, it's easy to use combination tickets. One such is CityPass, which offers passes in Atlanta and Tampa, that gets you into the attractions at one price and often allows you to skip the line. It can seem like a high price to pay, especially if you're buying multiple passes … [Read more...] about Is the CityPass Worth It?
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Visiting Florida’s Breweries
A decade ago, all you would find to drink in Florida were the big name beers. But today, nearly every corner has craft beer, whether that be a small brewpub or a large scale distribution operation. And unlike in other states, you can legally purchase beer to go directly from the brewery. While we haven't yet been to all of Florida's breweries, they're on our list! Here are … [Read more...] about Visiting Florida’s Breweries
The History of Tampa’s Ybor City Neighborhood
Visitors to Tampa don't always make it to its outer neighborhoods, but one you should be sure to see is Ybor City. It's here that you'll learn about the city's early history and how it came to be known as "Cigar City." You'll learn of the Cuban community that is the oldest in the United States (yes, predating Miami's Little Havana!). In the 1880s, workers from … [Read more...] about The History of Tampa’s Ybor City Neighborhood
Visiting the Florida Aquarium
In a state with so much coastline, it makes sense that Florida would have plenty of experiences that connect aquatic creatures with visitors. The greater Tampa area is blessed to not only have the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, which focuses on rehabilitation, but also the Florida Aquarium, located downtown, which focuses on education. The aquarium is well located near the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Florida Aquarium
Tips for Visiting the Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Located across the bay from Tampa, Florida, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium is one of the area's best attractions. Unlike other aquariums that focus on entertainment, this one focuses on education and serves as a hospital and sanctuary for sick and injured marine animals. The aquarium is best known for its association with the film Dolphin Tale about Winter, a real … [Read more...] about Tips for Visiting the Clearwater Marine Aquarium
