Author Archives: Tricia Sportsman

Guide to Mother’s Day Celebrations in Tampa Bay

Still having trouble deciding what to do for Mother’s Day? My family usually visit the beach or have a nice lunch at home. If you’re like me and want to try something different, I have plenty of ideas to help with planning this special day. There are countless things that you can do in the Tampa […]

2019 Guide to Holiday Shows in Tampa Bay

Sometimes an experience is even better than a present. Give the gift of a holiday experience. Check out these holiday shows in Tampa Bay. Shows Disney Junior Holiday Party | November 21, 6:00 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall Disney Junior Holiday Dance Party is an interactive live concert experience. Join Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Vampirina, Elena of […]

Guide to Holiday Light Displays and Tree Lightings in Tampa Bay

What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to check out some of the best holiday light displays in Tampa Bay? One of my best memories as a child was riding around with my family in search of beautiful Christmas lights. Florida doesn’t usually get cold around this time of the year so […]

A Complete A to Z List of Fun Things to Do in Tampa Bay

The ABC’s of Tampa Bay represents an array of activities, history and education spread between the entire Tampa Bay Area that encompasses Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and our suburbs. I never realized how much was available in this city, I could add 100 more locations to visit. Our list pulls together all the different terrains […]

Free Summer Fun: Famous LEGO Art Exhibit Visits Tampa

When Nathan Sawaya was 10 years old, he asked his parents for a dog. When they refused, he built himself a life-size dog out of LEGO bricks. The determined boy grew up to become an NYC corporate lawyer. But later, Nathan returned to his art. Today, he travels the world showcasing his inspiring collection of […]

Food, Fun, and Flights: Visit the Airport with TPA All Access

Tampa International Airport’s TPA All Access program lets you visit the airport without having to buy a plane ticket! Gather the family and go check out some airplanes! Let’s visit the airport and see some planes! Growing up in Tampa, my brothers and I loved going to the airport when friends and family came to […]

Drive-Ins, Dive-Ins and Outdoor Summer Movies

What do you get when you cross five drive-in movie theatres, an olympic-size pool, an inflatable outdoor screen, pizza and your own backyard? You get some pretty awesome family movie nights! Here’s the 2014 Summer Outdoor Movie Experiences in and around the Tampa Bay Area. I’ll bet there are more, and if you know of […]

The Best Tampa Bay Parks for Kids and Families

I never truly appreciated the parks in Tampa Bay prior to having a kid. Post motherhood, the parks system in Tampa Bay is an intricate map of destinations that I can use to tire out a toddler and guarantee a nice, long nap. The parks in our cities are outstanding for families. Exploring the city […]