Tampa, Florida is a family-friendly destination that has a little bit of something for everyone from sunny beaches and theme parks to sites of architectural interest.

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Continental Airlines, and US Airways operate the most flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) which flies greater than 16 million passengers to more than 70 destinations.

Busch Gardens is among the top attractions in the Tampa Bay Area. People go there to experience the thrilling rides and scenic landscape.

One of the quirkiest yet most anticipated events of the year in Tampa is the Gasparilla Pirate Festival which draws in excess of 400,000 pirate enthusiasts. Held since the early 20th century, the event is a mock pirate invasion held in January or February.

Tampa is a fantastic city of the sports aficionado. It is home to three major professional sports franchises: the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL), Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL), and the Tampa Bay Rays (MLB; formerly the Devil Rays). Further, the Tampa area is one of the hubs for Spring Training baseball.

Voted the #1 Zoo in America, the Lowry Park Zoo sits on more than 40 acres and features interactive exhibits, rides, and educational centres.