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I love how most people associate Tampa Bay with the Bucs, the Rays or Busch Gardens and never know how many hidden gems are within the city limits (or right outside of them in some cases). One of the best yearly attractions, in my opinion, is the Bay Area Renaissance Festival held at MOSI. If you know MOSI, you think of the IMAX experience, Dinosaurs or most recently, Body Worlds. ...

If you're looking for a great place to get a manicure, pedicure, or any other spa treatment, then look no further. Solar Nails & Day Spa in Palm Harbor is your destination. This salon is the most sanitary salon I've ever visited. Everything is clean and neat. Only the best products are used and customers are treated very well. Tee and her team of technicians will treat you to a ...

There aren't any games this weekend, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be at home in front of their fans on June 9.

The annual FanFest at Raymond James Stadium features players, coaches, cheerleaders and plenty of giveaways from team sponsors. More than 20,000 fans are expected to attend the event, which includes autograph sessions with players such as Mike Alstott, Derrick Brooks, Jeff Garcia and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams. Fans will ...

Hudson Beach, just North of SR52 @ Bayonet Point is another hidden treasure for those who don't like the hustle & bustle of a large tourist-laden beach. Located in Pasco County, Hudson Beach has a boardwalk, a restaurant, and an area for swimmers. There are also covered picnic tables for those who want to enjoy their lunch by the Gulf of Mexico. There is ...

If you're up in the North Pinellas County area (Tarpon Springs), try heading out to Fred Howard Park. This is a beautiful Florida State Park, located directly on the Gulf of Mexico. There are picnic tables under a canopy of trees if you want to have a nice ...

One of the best places to eat in the Tampa Bay area The Friendly Fisherman Restaurant.

This restaurant is very down-to-earth with some of the most delicious food to be found in this area - and very affordable.

The Friendly Fisherman Restaurant is located at John's Pass Boardwalk in Madiera Beach, Florida.

The easiest way to get there from Tampa is via 275-S to exit 23-B (Treasure Island) (Link leads ...

For those of you who are still trying to figure out how to get around Kenndy to get downtown, the easiest way is to go left on Howard to right on Cass.

To get to points north, take MacDill to Columbus and catch Florida - or MacDill further up and go from there.

Coming from N. Tampa, just take Tampa Street (if you are in the habit of taking Tampa Street ...

I've previously posted about Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary. I finally got the fundraiser up and running. If you wish to support them, you may visit their fundraiser page at http://www.ioffer.com/shops/cheryllynn. If you supply your email with your order, you will get a copy of the receipt showing funds deposited to Elmira's. Get something you want, and have the profits donated to Elmira's!

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Rumor has it that the gem of 7th Avenue in Ybor City, Santoro's Amphitheater Entertainment Complex, will be closing its doors at the end of this month. With its rotating dance floor, amazing light show, and famous DJs every Saturday night, it quickly became one of the best clubs in the Tampa Area for many people. Fans of dance music will be saddened to see this club go, but hopefully ...

If you are in Tampa and want to make an impression, take your friends to Charley's Steakhouse and Market Fresh Fish Restaurant. Everyone at your table will find something just perfect for them. The menu boasts of perfectly ages steaks and even alligator. Order up a sizzling filet mignon, N.Y. strip, a juicy bone-in sirloin and plump flavorful pork chops! Seafood lovers can enjoy ...