Ybor City Chamber of Commerce 1514 ½ 8th Avenue, Tampa, Florida 813-248-3712 Once known as the “Cigar Capital of the World,” Ybor City is one of just three National Historic Landmark Districts in Florida. It is now home to a variety of specialty shops, nightlife, cafes and restaurants such as the world-famous Columbia Restaurant, which first opened its doors in 1905. Don’t miss the fascinating Ybor City Museum, which features authentic cigar rolling demonstrations, restored cigar workers’ houses and an ornamental garden. The Ybor City Museum is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. Admission is $4 (free for ages 6 and under).
Annual events in and around Ybor City include the Gasparilla Night Parade, Guavaween, Rough Rider's St. Patrick's Night Parade, Sant'Yago Knight Parade and Tampa Cigar Heritage Festival. To reach Ybor City, take Exit 1 off Interstate 4 and go South on 21st Street. For more information, visit www.ybor.org.
Orlando to Host NBA All-Star 2012 The most magical week in sports is returning to Orlando for the second time, as the city has been selected to host NBA All-Star 2012. Orlando also hosted the 1992 All-Star Game. The 61st NBA All-Star Game will be played on Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Amway Center, which will also host the T-Mobile Rookie [...]
Walt Disney: Motivational Speaker In addition to being an innovator, visionary and genius, Walt Disney was one heck of a motivational speaker! Below are 10 of my favorite Walt Disney quotes: “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” “We are [...]
Celebrate LEGOLAND Florida’s First Christmas LEGOLAND Florida is getting into the holiday spirit with the first annual Christmas Bricktacular. Festive decorations and sounds of the season will fill The Beginning and Fun Town through the holidays, Dec. 8-31, followed by Kids’ New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31. With more than 50 rides, shows and attractions all dedicated to families with [...]
Call Today for Westgate’s Cyber Monday Deal! Buy 2 Nights, Get the 3rd Night Free!
Must stay 3 nights. Must book on Cyber Monday (November 28, 2011) only for travel thru December 21, 2012. Offer is subject to black-out dates and rate plan availability. Normal deposit and cancellation policies app...
