Carmel Perez Snyder has been writing professionally for more than 12 years. A former sports reporter and political reporter who's logged thousands of miles on the road, she's turned her attention to travel writing and family vacations.
Catch a game and a concert this summer at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg -- for as little as $12 for an upper-deck seat. The Tampa Bay Rays have a Summer Concert Series by Hess Express that begins Saturday, ...
There’s no reason to put off a Florida vacation because you don’t want to leave your pet – a member of your family -- at home. Many Florida destinations are pet-friendly.
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After weeks of snow and cold winds, everyone seems to be thinking spring. Tampa Bay’s award-winning beaches are the perfect place to spend time with the family during Spring Break. The water temperatures around Tampa Bay might...
Cold weather, low temperatures and now sink holes are topping Florida news right now, but don't let that deter your travel plans to the Sunshine State.
There's plenty to do in Tampa Bay when the beach...
Millions of visitors head to Florida every year, but many limit themselves to the area around their hotel or a theme park and never take time to explore the diverse destinations the state has to offer. And, if...
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...
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 criminal element that thrives on...
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 vacations almost always include visits to theme parks and beaches. Don't...
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 Bay...
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 deals.To keep guests coming through the...