Tampa, The US Portal To The Caribbean

On Florida's "Emerald Coast", lies one of its best attractions.  The Tampa Bay area is packed with vacation opportunities for people of all ages.  From theme parks and night life to scenic views and historic sites, Tampa has something for everyone.

One of the most common vacation types for people visiting Tampa is that of cruising.  Tampa Bay is the embarkation spot for many cruises visiting the Caribbean.  These cruise ships visit places such as Cozumel, Mexico, Grand Cayman, Jamaica and more.

Tampa Bay is the embarkation location of choice for many people for a wide array of reasons.  First and foremost, Tampa is easier to access than the ports of Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, and is much less expensive as well.  For any person going on a cruise, travel costs will possibly include a hotel stay the night prior to embarkation or parking fees while on the cruise, and for these, Tampa is definitely the least expensive.

Another reason many people choose to take their cruise from Tampa is that there are many places to visit or take the family the day before leaving or the day after returning.  These sites include Ybor City and the Florida Aquarium, both of which are within sight of the Cruise Port Authority.  Other areas of interest include Busch Gardens, Sea World, and more.  There is also a great shopping area with outlet stores next door to the Florida Aquarium and the Port Authority where the cruises leave from.

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