Tag: Tampa
St. Pete Pier
A few weeks ago I had that “gotta get out of town” vibe stirring within me. Although my home base of Sarasota has plenty to offer, I wanted to see something different, so I drove north to St. Petersburg, Florida, and took in the famous St. Pete Pier.
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Trip to Tampa/Clearwater
It was a great time to escape snowy Chicago in early March and enjoy the sunny west coast of Florida. I enjoyed staying at Renaissance Hotel in Tampa, a terrific hotel adjacent to International Plaza and Bay Street dining. I was delighted to see the indoor mall was thriving and the upscale restaurants were in full festive mode with outdoor dining, music and lights. I took full advantage of the diverse cuisine and libations each evening after swimming in the lovely hotel pool during the day.
Frozen S’mores at Hampton Chocolate Factory
Quick Question: Am I the only person who’s never heard of frozen s’mores?
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Exploring Tampa’s Historic District
Recently I visited Hyde Park, a community located in the heart of Tampa's historic district. I was in awe at how much the outdoor oasis had to offer. The streets had multiple unique businesses such as Downtown Dogs, a store with out-of-the-ordinary dog toys where the chew toys replicated consumer delicacies. Next was a dessert bar and jungle store called Leafy Luv Affair which sold trendy urban indoor plants. The list of fantastic stores continued. This place was posh yet organic, with various designer stores and lavish restaurants.