http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner en-us Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:43:49 -0700 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:12:28 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Haunted-houses-make-zoo-a-scary-fun-time?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner If finding a great neighborhood for Halloween  trick-or-treating is something you want to avoid this year, take the family to the zoo for a scary and fun experience. If the thought of spending the night at a zoo among wild animals isn&#39... Tampa Bay Animals Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:12:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Haunted-houses-make-zoo-a-scary-fun-time?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Use-caution-to-avoid-theft-during-travel?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Use caution to avoid being a victim when you travel. Travel can be relaxing and fun, especially during a vacation. But being the victim of theft or worse can ruin a vacation and leave lingering regrets.While families can’t always avoid the... Florida Florida Vacations Safety Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:50:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Use-caution-to-avoid-theft-during-travel?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Family-travel-with-seniors-can-be-rewarding?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Plan ahead when traveling with an older family member Family vacations often mean traveling with children and older family members. While that might take a little extra planning, intergenerational travel has its own rewards.DestinationsTampa Bay... Tampa Bay Florida Vacations Senior Travel Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:20:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Family-travel-with-seniors-can-be-rewarding?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Rainy-days-in-Florida-wont-spoil-vacation?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Kids can try out different jobs at Great Explorations.Rainy days in Florida can get you down. Especially, if for vacationers who planned to spend a vacation soaking up the sun on the beach or by the pool.But take heart, there's plenty to do in Tampa ... Tampa Bay Thu, 03 Sep 2009 18:29:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Rainy-days-in-Florida-wont-spoil-vacation?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d16-How-do-I-save-money-at-Florida-theme-parks?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Theme parks are a favorite vacation for families.Families love theme parks. More than 116.5 million people visited Disney parks worldwide alone in 2008. But theme park vacations are not cheap, and the tough economy has families looking for better dea... discount Disney Theme Parks Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:22:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d16-How-do-I-save-money-at-Florida-theme-parks?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Tropicana-Field-offers-AllStar-food-choices?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner  Visitors can find more than ballpark fare at the Trop. Fans heading to Tropicana Field to catch the Tampa Bay Rays expect great food to be part of the experience. While visitors can expect to find hot dogs, peanuts and Cracker Jacks, the &... Tampa Bay Food Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:55:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Tropicana-Field-offers-AllStar-food-choices?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d16-Last-minute-travel-news-for-Memorial-Day?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Jump into a great vacation this Memorial DayIf your family is planning a Memorial Day getaway -- even at the last minute -- you’re not alone. According to the experts who predict these things, more Americans will be traveling this Memorial Day ... Memorial Day Sat, 16 May 2009 09:00:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d16-Last-minute-travel-news-for-Memorial-Day?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Make-moms-day-memorable?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Tampa Bay offers a variety of events mom  So, you’re on vacation during Mother’s Day, and need something special to do with mom. Tampa Bay has a lot to choose from: resorts, spas, beaches and plenty of great restaurants. He... Florida Vacations Mother's Day Sat, 09 May 2009 08:33:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Make-moms-day-memorable?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Tampa-Bay-music-scene-continues-to-grow?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Musician Jason Merritt plays at The Happy Shack.From Billy Joel and Elton John, Britney Spears and Allen Jackson to Jimmy Buffett or local beach bar bands, Tampa Bay’s music scene can add enjoyment to any family vacation.It’s the parents&... Tampa Bay Music scene Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:52:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Tampa-Bay-music-scene-continues-to-grow?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Families-can-explore-history-in-Ybor-City?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Visitors find shopping, dining and history in Ybor.Visitors to Florida’s Tampa Bay often look to Ybor City near dowtown Tampa for its lively night life. By day, families can find a wealth of fun and interesting attractions in the historic distr... Historic Districts Ybor City Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:51:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Families-can-explore-history-in-Ybor-City?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d22-Shell-hunting-popular-for-Florida-visitors?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner  Cockles, mussels and conchs -- for many visitors to Florida beaches, combing the shore for the perfect seashell to take home can become a quest.Tampa Bay beaches are beautiful and offer an array of beautiful shells for those willing to hunt for... Florida Beaches Wed, 22 Apr 2009 09:00:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d22-Shell-hunting-popular-for-Florida-visitors?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d16-Look-online-for-cheaper-travel-for-students?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Photo by Robin HendersonFamilies with college students are always looking for ways to cut costs. There’s good news -- you CAN find cheaper travel for students online, whether your student wants to get away for spring break on their own, explore... discount Student Travel Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:25:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m4d16-Look-online-for-cheaper-travel-for-students?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d28-How-to-pack-for-your-Florida-vacation?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Plan ahead before you pack for your next trip.If anything can create angst on a family trip, it’s checking in baggage at the airport. Most airlines now charge per bag, and have size and weight restrictions on top of the TSA travel restrictions.... Florida Vacations Travel restrictions Sat, 28 Mar 2009 09:26:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d28-How-to-pack-for-your-Florida-vacation?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d19-Five-fun-free-things-to-do-in-Tampa-Bay-during-spring-break?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Make spring break outings educational and fun.Whether you’re a resident or a visitor enjoying a Florida vacation, finding affordable, fun interesting things to do with your family during spring break  can be challenging.Here are a few idea... Florida Vacations Spring Break Thu, 19 Mar 2009 06:18:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d19-Five-fun-free-things-to-do-in-Tampa-Bay-during-spring-break?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d17-Pledge-to-travel-green-this-St-Patricks-Day?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Photo by Sondra WhitmerThere's no better time than  St. Patrick’s Day, to pledge to "go green," every time your family travels. A little effort goes a long way to help protect the environment, and make family vacations healthier.... St. Patrick's Day Green Travel Tue, 17 Mar 2009 08:49:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d17-Pledge-to-travel-green-this-St-Patricks-Day?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d16-Sandcastles-build-on-kids-imaginations?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Draw or build your own masterpiece in the sand.This spring break  make a trip to the beach an adventure in learning and creativity by building a sandcastle.This beach tradition -- building a sandcastle -- is No. 1 on my list of five fun free thi... Tampa Bay free travel Spring Break Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:44:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d16-Sandcastles-build-on-kids-imaginations?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d16-Make-Heritage-Village-a-spring-break-stop?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Pinellas County Heritage Village is living history. Parents looking for ways to keep families busy during spring break and visitors who need a break from the beach – that does happen occasionally – don’t have to look far for free t... Florida Spring Break Sun, 15 Mar 2009 23:40:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d16-Make-Heritage-Village-a-spring-break-stop?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d14-St-Petersburg-Pier-remains-top-attraction-near-waterfront?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner The St. Petersburg Pier is a top attraction for visitors.Millions of tourists head to downtown St. Petersburg just for a tour of The Pier. The iconic landmark can provide an afternoon of fun for families, making it No. 3 on my list of  five fun ... Tampa Bay free travel Spring Break Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:09:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d14-St-Petersburg-Pier-remains-top-attraction-near-waterfront?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Tampa-Electric-provides-sanctuary-for-manatees?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner A self-guided nature trail tells visitors about the area Natural Florida continues to be the highlight on my five free fun things to do in Tampa Bay during spring break. No. 4: The TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach. This man-made sanctuary... Tampa Bay free travel Spring Break Wed, 11 Mar 2009 18:38:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Tampa-Electric-provides-sanctuary-for-manatees?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d10-Find-free-things-to-do-during-spring-break?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner Markers along trail give visitors an insight to nature.Now that we’ve sprung forward during this week’s time change, it’s time to start thinking  Spring Break. Tampa Bay has great activities for families. Put your wallets away.... free travel Florida Vacations Spring Break Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:33:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3642-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner~y2009m3d10-Find-free-things-to-do-during-spring-break?cid=exrss-Tampa-Family-Travel-Examiner