The Upper Tampa Bay Trail is one of the best multi purpose paved paths I have come across in the Tampa Bay region thus far. The 7.5 mile path is a nice distance for a weekend morning bike ride – not too much, but enough for a great workout! Because it is such a fast, […]

Largo, Florida is the 3rd largest city in Pinellas County, one of the most dense counties in Florida. As you can imagine, this area is very congested with endless strip malls and housing developments. Fortunately, there is a small oasis called Eagle Lake Park. This small local park is a fantastic ...

At 1.28 miles long, New York’s Walkway Over the Hudson comes in as the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the world. This attraction is relatively new, having just opened in 2009. In its’ first year, the walkway received more than 3 times its’ predicted traffic. It continues ...

Zoo Tampa is a small 63 acre non profit zoo in Tampa, Florida. Although not the biggest, nor best zoo I have visited, there are several unique exhibits. The highlight is Safari Africa, a beautiful portion of the zoo which features: giraffes, elephants, zebras, rhinos, okapi, cheetahs, and ...

Walt Disney World is home to 4 wonderful theme parks: the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Although not the most popular, Animal Kingdom is definitely worthy of a one day visit during your Disney vacation. It is one of the world’s largest theme parks, with a ...

St. Petersburg, Florida is home to many beautiful natural attractions, including: preserves, bike paths, beaches, and parks. Most worthy of a visit, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, a 245 acre park consisting of several different ecosystems and dozens of wildlife species, is the number one spot to visit ...

We all know that running is one of the best workouts. Not only does it provide you with a full body workout, but it also offers a chance to escape your daily life and boring routine at the gym. Running in a natural setting allows you to connect with nature and enjoy life away from […]

Yellowstone National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the world, also claims the title of America’s first park (the park was established in 1872). Although not the largest national park, the more than 2 million acres of park space means endless opportunities for exploration. If you ...

Flatwoods Park, located in Hillsborough County, is a little nature oasis amidst the Tampa Bay suburban congestion. When you are at Flatwoods, you feel like you are out in the wilderness. The park is very quiet with a very rustic wilderness vibe, not really found at many other parks in the region. ...

A relaxing stroll along Downtown Tampa’s 2 mile Riverwalk is the perfect opportunity to take in all the major sights of Tampa. The quiet pedestrian path follows the beautiful Hillsborough River. Along the way, you will pass many of Tampa’s top attractions including art museums and ...