St. Pete Earns Coveted Spot on Tripadvisor’s 2024 ‘Best of the Best Destinations’ List
The travel platform Tripadvisor has unveiled its Travelers' Choice Awards “Best of the Best" for this year, and while Florida's inclusion is expected, St. Pete’s acclaim is particularly noteworthy.
Top Spots to View Manatees in the Tampa Bay Region This Winter
As the cooler months settle in across Florida, the gentle giants of the sea, the West Indian manatees, are making their presence known in the warm waters of the Tampa Bay region and across Florida.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Takes Marine Conservation to New Heights With 'Lights by the Bay' Drone Show
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) will host its “Lights by the Bay” Drone Show, a family-friendly, pirate-themed event, on Saturday, Jan. 13, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Castaway Falls: Adventure Island’s Largest Development in 40 Years
Tampa’s Adventure Island will feature a new children's area, Castaway Falls, in 2024. This addition is part of the park's ongoing efforts to enhance its waterpark experience for families and children.
South Tampa’s Epicurean Hotel Unveils $21 Million Expansion
Exciting news for all food enthusiasts and Tampa Bay visitors: the highly acclaimed Epicurean Hotel has opened its doors to a $21 million expansion.
Tulum-inspired Restaurant ‘Concrete Jungle’ Now Open in St. Pete
Hunger + Thirst Restaurant (HTG) Group's latest establishment, Concrete Jungle, has officially opened its doors on Central Avenue. This restaurant draws inspiration from the landscapes of Tulum and the Yucatán Peninsula.
Gasparilla Pirate Festival Set to Conquer Tampa Bay Once Again in 2024
Ahoy, matey! The eagerly awaited pirate “invasion” of Tampa Bay aboard the majestic José Gasparilla is just around the corner.
‘Enchant Christmas’ Transforms Tropicana Field into a Winter Wonderland
“Enchant Christmas” is an immersive outdoor event featuring a maze of lights, a village filled with artisan vendors, specialty crafters, boutiques and a forest of Christmas lights.
WalletHub Study Ranks Tampa and St. Pete as Two of America's 'Most Fun Cities'
WalletHub ranked cities based on factors such as diversity, public beach access, bike-rental facilities, major attractions, sports venues and festivals, among others.
Feast and Fun: Upcoming Activities to Spice up Your Thanksgiving in Tampa Bay
When you spend Thanksgiving in Tampa Bay, you'll discover much more than just a fantastic feast.
ZooTampa's 'Christmas in the Wild' Returns, Featuring African Penguins and Indian Rhinos
ZooTampa's "Christmas in the Wild" returns with 19 nights of light displays and wildlife interactions starting Nov. 24.
Hyde Park Tree Lighting Ceremony to Raise Money for Sick Children
On Nov. 16, Hyde Park Village and Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida will host their 2023 "Holiday Happening" event. A portion of the donations will go to help sick children.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Rehabilitates Three Rescued Turtles, Releases Them Back into the Wild
Three turtles—two green sea turtles and one Kemp's ridley turtle—have been rehabilitated at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and returned to the wild.
ZooTampa Ushers in New Exhibits for its ‘Year of More’
In 2024, ZooTampa will open numerous new attractions, including a Stingray Shores interactive habitat, new Australia rides and displays, and an extension of its David A. Straz, Jr. Manatee Critical Care Center.
2023 Halloween Events to Enjoy in Tampa Bay
It's time to get into the Halloween mood, and what better way to do so than by visiting some of Tampa Bay’s haunted houses, events and attractions?