Sarah Lancaster spends every free moment exploring the neighborhoods, attractions, and wilderness that make Tampa Bay such a special place. When she's not writing, you can usually find her in a kayak, a beach chair, or a restaurant.
Manatees garner lots of attention in Florida, and for good reasons. Manatees are constantly at risk of being injured or killed because of careless boaters and humans who can't resist their appeal. We have lots...
When planning a trip to the Tampa Bay area, the first thing to realize is that Tampa itself is not a coastal city. Although visitors will find plenty of water in Tampa—Hillsborough River, numerous lakes, and our...
Photo by a thirsty Sarah Lancaster “It’s not as oppressive as it was yesterday.” This is not the most flattering way to describe our Tampa Bay weather, but it’s probably accurate. ...
Astronaut Memorial at Kennedy Space CenterUpdate: The scheduled Endeavour launch has been delayed 24 hours due to lightning strikes on the launch pad.The shuttle crew from mission STS-127 is a patient bunch; after watching two launches get...
“I tell you what, I can’t wait to hit that 60 degrees!”The man in line behind me at Florida Caverns must have read my mind, as I sheepishly blotted sweat from my forehead. It...
Are you planning to stay in Tampa for the holiday weekend? Take advantage of the many area Fourth of July celebrations. Many have events specifically designed for children, and most are free to attend. Downtown Tampa ...