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Romantic ideas for the
Tampa metro area.
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1. Clearwater Beach |
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| Clearwater Beach |
In 2001, Clearwater Beach was rated as the best place to Kiss! Now, if that is not a romantic getaway, what is? A narrow island in the Tampa Bay area, Clearwater Beach provides a beautiful setting to spend quality time with your sweetheart. There are plenty of perfect photo opportunities, so don't forget to pack a camera. Be sure to take pictures with your date, against the sunset which can be viewed daily from Pier 60.
Whether water skiing, fishing, or parasailing, you will enjoy it with your date. This is an idyllic place for outdoor activities during the day, a picture perfect sunset in the evening, followed by a romantic dinner for two.
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2. Romanctic Adventure |
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| South Tampa |
A friendly, unique neighborhood, South Tampa is one place you can expect to spend quiet time together as you stroll through the streets and discover new facets to this city. The city's skyline and Bayshore Boulevard fringe the area where beautiful waterfront mansions command fantastic sea views. Bars and restaurants are alive with music and excitement and you can easily shift gears from a leisurely stroll to a throbbing dance number here.
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3. Old Hyde Park Village |
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| Hyde Park |
Old Hyde Park Village is a place for shopping and sharing. The charming village boasts more than seventy specialty shops and a movie theater. Spend time window shopping and buying each other gifts. Keep an eye on their calendar - there are always lively events and outdoor exhibits. This is a place to visit at different times of the year for there is always something new and exciting happening and you do not want to miss it!
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4. Egmont Key Island & State Park |
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| Egmont Island |
This tiny, untouched island, now a state park, lies at the mouth of Tampa Bay. All 350 acres are covered with more wildlife and foliage than you expect to find elsewhere in this area. You may even see gopher tortoise, now close to extinction. There are shelling trips as well as dolphin tours. Fishing is another favorite pastime for visitors.
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5. Baywalk, St. Petersburg |
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| Baywalk |
There is shopping, dining, and an entertainment mall in this square-block complex that incorporates California mission-style design and courtyard areas lined with trendy eateries, bars, shops, and a 20-screen movie theater. This is downtown St. Petersburg at its very best and you should definitely take your date here if you want to show him/her a good time.
Another beautiful and comparable promenade is the Riverwalk Boardwalk in Tampa. The Florida Aquarium, a place of serene sounds, and moody lighting, enhances the shopping and entertainment. Find a quiet corner and spend some quality together time.
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6. Sunken Gardens |
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| Sunken Gardens |
Sunken Gardens is one of Florida's most beautiful natural attractions. This 100-year-old botanical paradise features cascading waterfalls, koi ponds, and a walk-through butterfly house. You will also find exotic gardens, where more than 50,000 tropical plants and flowers thrive amid groves of some of the area's most spectacular palm trees. You can arrange a guided tour and there are special events and workshops year-round.
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7. Busch Gardens |
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| Busch Gardens |
If you like roller coasters and have a stomach for challenging options, then Busch Gardens is the place for you. There is also a section that will make you feel that you are on safari in Africa!
Busch Gardens has a great fan following. Even after half a dozen trips, you will still find it a charming place to go to with your date.
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8. Ybor City Nightlife |
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| Ybor City Nightlife |
When you visit Ybor City with your date, you will understand what it must have been like in its hay-day. The city still produces hand-rolled Cuban cigars. Many of the older facilities have now given way to new bars, restaurants, and artists studios. Ybor City is a great place to stroll, explore, and spend a weekend. The city exudes simplicity and you will find it to be very charming and romantic.
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9. The Pier |
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| Aquarium |
The Aquarium has always been an attraction and it continues to enthrall. It is a superb weekend getaway for lovebirds. Take a boat ride and soak in the sun. If science fascinates the two of you, then you can actually touch some of the marine exhibits and learn about them. Admire your date enjoying a good giggle when she finds out how wet and wiggly these creatures are! You may be tempted to splurge in the many shops, where you will find a number of attractive mementos to buy. When you are done, walk through the food court with your date and enjoy a hearty meal.
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10. Westin Innisbrook Golf Resort |
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| Westin Golf Resort |
If you and your date enjoy golfing, then make time to visit the Westin Innisbrook Golf Resort in Tampa. Imagine the opportunity to play in four different championship courses! If golf isn't your thing, then you can spend time on the beaches of Tarpon Springs. If a cool pool is what you and your date will enjoy, then there are six of them to choose from! Take a stroll in the wooded area that surrounds the resort, sit on one of the many benches, and bond amidst nature. Enjoy the sight of golfers teeing off and playing on a perfectly manicured golf course. Book in advance to avoid disappointment, and have a lovely time with your date.
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