Tampa With the Family

Family's will find lots of adventure in Tampa. Who needs the beach with all of this fun?

What child wouldn't enjoy feeding a giraffe? My personal favorite? Visiting the Manatee hospital to view the gentle giants.

Florida State Fairgrounds

A manta ray touch tank plus colorful exhibits make The Florida Aquarium fun. Swim With the Fishes, (extra fee) gives kids a chance to learn about scuba diving while swimming in the big fish tank.

Big Cat Rescue is the retirement home for big cats.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Part theme park, part wildlife zoo. You're family won't be bored at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

Big Cat Rescue

An unexpected find in Tampa. Big Cat Rescue is the retirement home for big cats. Docent-led tours provide education about the cats while allowing for a close-up view.

Skipper's Smokehouse

Fried seafood and live music. Might want to find a babysitter for the little ones but the teens will love it.

My personal favorite?

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About the Author

Donna Hull

Tucson-based freelance writer, Donna Hull, specializes in travel and human interest content for online and print publications. You'll also find her travel advice for active baby boomers at My Itchy Travel Feet, The Baby Boomer's Guide to Travel. And, she should know because she is one. A bit of a princess, Donna appreciates luxury travel, including small ship cruising. But that doesn't stop her from hopping into a jeep with her husband to explore the trails of the Southwest U.S. What's next? How about snow-shoeing in Montana?

http://myitchytravelfeet.com

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