Tampa Travel Forum

Going to be in Tampa for friends Wedding and Im planning the bachelor party. We will be staying and partying in Ybor City so I wanted to find a good restaurant to accommidate about 10-15 people. Columbia Restaurant looks good but I dont want to ask these group of men to pay those kind of prices. Im looking for more middle ground but still civilized, at least for dinner. I looked at the Spaghetti Warehouse, that ones a maybe and the Green Iguana might be the other extreme. Im looking for atmosphere and originality with affordable prices. I want to make my best friends bachelor party one to remember. Any Suggestions??? Thanks.

Is there enough to do in Ybor City for a 55 something couple for the whole weekend, Saturday thru Sunday nite?

if im coming from downtown tampa,what route hartline bus can i take to get to
bayshore of tampa bay walk?

looking for lodging for wife and i channelside with boat access

My husband and I have plans to go to Busch Gardens for a day during the first week of April (specifically, 4/4 thru 4/9). What's the best day of the week to avoid the most crowds?

Thanks!

Where do you park to walk the Bayshore Boulevard?

I would like to know the zip code of Tampa Int'l airport and best places to live if assigned to work at the airport. Thanks.

Hi,

I'm looking to book a vacation in Tampa for myself and my fiance for late May/early June. I'm see some good deals on hotels but I have no idea what location is best. We're are looking for a location that will have good restaurant and bars within walking distance. Can some one tell me which of the following areas would provide such facilities.

Brandon
Busch Gardens
Tampa Airport
Tampa Downtown
Tampa East
Tampa North

Any information greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Hi I am trying to find a hotel in Tampa that is close to Clearwater Beach. The ones on Clearwater beach seem to be motels? or very expensive hotels. We love the Embassy Suites and what they include so there are a few in Tampa that I would love to book but don't want to make the wrong decision. Please give me your advice or if you have any hotels in mind in Clearwater or closer to it that are decent. The ones we are looking at are and the top is the closest to Clearwater but I don't know which one to pick,which one is close to stuff we might go to, we don't plan on going to Busch Gardens.

Embassy Suites Tampa - Airport/Westshore
Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center
Embassy Suites Tampa - USF/Near Busch Gardens
Embassy Suites Tampa Brandon

Thanks

It seems that the daily cost of renting a car is between $70-$90 dollars for Feb 17th and the 2 weeks following... What is going on other then spring training?

Hello All,

My hubs and I are coming down to your wonderful part of the world from UK in early May for 2 weeks - will it be hot enough to swim in the ocean/pools at this time of the year?

Any tip on best beach for swimming in the ocean and vacation rental 'on the beach front' - just miss the sun and beaches here in Europe. Any advice appreciated.

Thanks and all the best for 2009!

family with 'kids' in their 20's looking for inexpensive lodging Feb. 15-21-- walking distance to beach, restaurants- Madeiras Beach or in that area.30 minutes or so from the airport. Some nite life but not loud.

hi traveling to tampa for conference in feb, booked into seminole hard rock hotel, just wondering best way to get to tampa convention centre from there. also whats the weather like at that time of year??

Does the trolley run from the Quality Inn on Dale Mabry to the Tampa Convention Center?

Or

What bus do I take from the Quality Inn on Dale Mabry to the Tampa Convention Center?

What is the cost for both modes of transportation?

What are the hours of operation for each mode of transportation?

Dr. Victor Brown
drvcb@bellsouth.net

We are a family of four including two adult children and we will be spending one day at Busch Gardens next month.Is it possible to see all the animals as well as ride all the roller coasters in that time or would we be better off skipping some things to concentrate on others. If so, what would you advise to skip.

My bf and I are arriving in Tampa Thanksgiving Day. Away from our families, just us two. It's our first time to Tampa - where do you recommend having Thanksgiving dinner? Nothing super pricy but nothing too low key either. We have a car so can travel around. Any other suggestions for great places to eat while we are in the area welcome as well. Thank you!

Hello, please advice me what to do in Tampa for fun? Are there any good discos, clubs? I will arrive there in November...

Hello,

My question is... Can you send me directions/information on how to get from the Econo Lodge on Busch St to the Tampa Convention Center? Does the HART trolley go that way and how much is the fair? What time does the transit start and end Monday thru Fridays?

Thanks
Dr. Victor Brown
Upcoming visiting guest

I will be visiting Tampa soon and wanted to know where some of the best vantage points are for taking pictures of the downtown skyline. I know that in the immediate area is a Riverwalk (or some portion of one), Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Channelside, Bayshore Blvd., Hyde Park Village, the University of Tampa, and the financial district, but I am not sure about the walkability of all these areas and what kinds of vantage points they offer. In other words, if you were going to take photos of downtown Tampa, where would you go? There will be two children with us, so I certainly would be looking for places that have sidewalks or are otherwise pedestrian-friendly. I appreciate any feedback. Thanks.

For tonight and tomorrow night, 3/26 and 3/7, is a second floor room available?

I have a conference at St Pete's beach until 1 July, and was planning to hang around a few more days until 4 July. Is there anything interesting happening there? What about the hotel and traffic situation? Will rooms run out fast and also flights out of Tampa? What about airport situation?

Oh, one last thing, what's temp like during that time? Thanks.

Will arrive at end of April.

I would like a place in beachfront and have free shuttle to tampa airport. - hate to drive

The price is below $100 per night. Is it possiable to save money?

hey guys!!

im planning a trip to tampa in march..ive never been there and im coming from canada. I would like to stay by clearwater beach...can anyone tell me if the hotels are far away?..what the weather is like now?..are there malls near by??
any recommendations????

thanks!!
any information would be helpful!!

Hello all. I have searched the forums and tips but am still unable to determine if 3.5 hour layover is enough time to leave the airport. I have read in the VT tips that "Tampa" is only 5 miles from the airport but I have also read that cabs and public transport are scarce and traffic can be a bear.
We will arrive at 2:30 and then fly out at 6pm on a Saturday. I was hoping we could at least get out of the airport for an hour or two. Maybe see something or grab a quick bite and get back to the airport at 5pm.
Any input?

Hi,
I have a group of 20 coming into Tampa to go on a cruise. We were all coming in a couple of days early to enjoy some things that Tampa has to offer. I was hoping someone had some good suggestions as to where to stay. We were hoping to avoid having to rent a car. Is there any hotel that is convenient to some attractions and things to do w/o having to get a car. We were hoping to find a hotel w/ shuttle service that would also take us to the cruise terminal. We were also hoping to stay in the price range of about 85.00-150.00 a night. If you have any suggestions, it would be greatly appreciated! I'm so lost and I want this trip to be so good for everyone. Most of the people that are traveling have never taken a trip before and are so incredibly excited!! Thanks in advance for your help!!!!! It is most appreciated!!! Teresa

Will arrive 11/20/07 in Tampa; need to know where to stay $60+ for the night preferably somewhere near a rental car office where I can pick up a rental car the following day. Two adults; don't need spa, valet parking, yada yada - just a place to sleep for the night. If restaurant nearby that's great; if not we'll cab it to somewhere. Any and all suggestions are welcome. I'll return the favor if you travel to NH. Thanks in advance for your help! Nancy in central New Hampshire.

Hello All!

We're planning a trip to the Tampa area in late October (2 adults/2 kids). We're planning on a day or two at Busch Gardens, then wanted to relax on a beach somewhere (or vice versa). Can anyone recommend some reasonably priced hotels on or near a beach close to Tampa (let's say within an hour or so)?

Any other advise or recommendations regarding the area would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

J

What is the best route to take from Orlando (probably around Disney area-haven't picked the hotel yet)to the Tampa baseball game? It will be around 3pm on a Thursday. We will be driving back that night. I've mapquested, but any "local" hints would be great.
Also, anything else we should really see in Tampa, as it may be the one and only time we are there?

Hi,

My wife and I, along with our two boys (10&7) need a hotel for one night near the airport. We aren't fussy, just want something cheap and clean with two double beds close to the airport. A place to eat nearby would be of benefit also if the hotel does not have a restaurant.

Thanks

Will be in Tampa end of Sept. Looking for a beach nearby that might have some fairly good size waves, not for surfing but for swimming.