Tampa Bay Vacation Resorts

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Welcome to Tampa Bay Florida

In Tampa Florida not only will you find lots of surf, sand and sunshine but also a city very much alive with the arts, sports, festivals and major attractions. The semi-tropical climate and Southern hospitality makes this place a great vacation getaway. It is centrally located for easy day trips to Orlando, St Petersburg, Clearwater and Sarasota.

Tampa is the third most populous city in Florida (333,000 residents) and center of Hillsborough County. The local weather usually consists of bright sunny days and gentle bay breezes which sustain and annual daytime temperature of 73 degrees.

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Super Bowl XLIII - Jan 2009
In 2009, Tampa Bay's Raymond James stadium will host the NFL Super Bowl for the fourth time.

Rocky Point Doubletree Resort MainTour Online Hot Rates Available Here! All waterview suites consist of a bedroom with king size bed or two double beds, with a separate living room, wet bar and well stocked refrigerator. Also each suite has a coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea, two remote controlled color television, iron & board and hair dryer. Keep fit with a workout in our fully equipped health club featuring strength training and cardiovascular equipment, sauna and jacuzzi, outdoor, heated pool and bayside patio.

Tampa Bay Amerisuites - Vacation Resorts
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Tampa Westshore Hotel
1200 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33607
Situated in the center of Tampa's Westshore Business District, the Best Western, The Westshore Hotel offers its guests an experience best described as uniquely different. Our new art deco, South Florida look offers an encounter not found in any other hotel in the area. From the beautiful Hibiscus Cafe, to the friendly Gaspar's Restaurant & Tavern, to our one of a kind Garden rooms, the Best Western, The Westshore Hotel stands out as a rare find. Be sure to reserve one of our Garden Rooms and experience the hydropolyponic foliage, allergen free air, and the independent water purifying system. Our 237 rooms are available as King, Queen or Double, along with suites and connecting rooms.

Tampa Airport Chase Suites
3075 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL, 33607
Located directly on Old Tampa Bay, the property offers a secluded, tropical environment, all within minutes of many local area businesses, restaurants and area attractions. Chase Suite Hotel by Woodfin located on Tampa Bay, offers spacious suites with full kitchens, living rooms and bedroom areas. Most suites are equipped with wood burning fire places.

Tampa Westshore Clarion Hotel
5303 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL, 33609
Overlooking Tampa Bay, you’ll find 250 guest rooms and suites that offer cable TV, in-room movies, direct dial telephones, individual climate control, and a writing desk. The hotel also offers valet service, complimentary airport shuttle, room service, and a large outdoor swimming pool. For your dining pleasure, our Westshore Café serves home style meals at moderate prices. After dinner, enjoy cocktails in our Greenhouse Lounge, a relaxing place to gather with friends or business associates.

Tampa Bay Days Inn - Vacation Resorts
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Follow this link to see a listing of all major Days Inn Resort Hotels in this region including several excellent properties adjacent to Busch Gardens, the Airport and Downtown Tampa.

Tour Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens is the ultimate family adventure park offering an array of fascinating attractions based on exotic encounters with the African continent. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens provides unrivaled "real" excitement for guests of every age.

Tour Tampa Westshore
Over-looking scenic Old Tampa Bay, is Tampa's newest entertainment, restaurant, and shopping district.

Event Calendar & Online Ticket Exchange
Sports : Basketball / Baseball / Football / Hockey / Tennis / Golf Tournaments Concerts : - Tickets On Sale Now! Theater : Major Engagements Now Playing Hint: Search City=Tampa / St Petersburg / Clearwater

Tour La Jolla
This scenic resort community is located on the coast north of San Diego It is an exciting mixture of sea caves, tide pools and wide beachfronts. Look for the famous La Jolla Cove which recently has become a popular retreat for California Sea Lions and other marine life. With its striking Mediterranean influence La Jolla has gained a well-deserved reputation as one of the most beautiful vacation destinations imaginable.

Datenite Adventure Guide - Tampa Bay Metro Area
Check out our big listing of local theater, nightclubs and concert tours.

Dining Adventure Guide - Tampa Bay Metro Area
Check out our big listing of quality local restaurants and eateries.

Festival Adventure - Tampa Bay Metro Area
Listings of upcoming concerts and sporting events - buy tickets online.

Shopping Adventure Guide - Tampa Bay Metro Area
Directory of local shop malls, galleries, collectibles and antique shops for this area.

More Tampa Bay Vacation Links
Tampa Bay Visitors Bureau - Travel related information and news updates.
Tampa Bay Sports Commission - Promoting, marketing, and hosting major amateur sporting events.

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Tampa Bay Business Guide
Weblinks to major local businesses, local employment directories, realtors and home improvement services.

Tampa Bay Real Estate Guide
Weblinks to major local realtors, property developers and home improvement services.

Tampa Bay Community Services Guide
Party planners, wedding services, churches, schools, city offices, civic organizations and youth sports and scouting groups. Major media weblinks - local television, radio and newspaper.

Tampa Bay Street Talk
News and articles on local political action campaigns. Voice your opinion on key issues.