Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay
Jonathan Koch
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My home base: come enjoy the sunshine of Tampa, St Petersburg, and Clearwater like a local
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Why Tampa Bay?
3 cities in one, Tampa Bay has the best mix of all that Florida offers. With 3 major league sports teams (NFL, NHL, MLB), Busch Gardens amusement park, and the #1 beaches in America, you will never run out of fun in the sun!
When to visit
Tampa Bay is sunny year round, but visit in October-November or January-March to avoid the summer heat.
Where to stay
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District
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The Tampa EDITION
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The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
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Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
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Don Cesar
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What to do
Chihuly Collection
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St. Pete Pier
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
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Raymond James Stadium
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Tropicana Field
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Amalie Arena
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Sunken Gardens
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The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)
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Tampa Watersports
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Where to eat
Bodega on Central
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On Swann
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bartaco
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Oxford Exchange
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Buddy Brew Coffee
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Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
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Bern's Steak House
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Lilac
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Armature Works
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Ulele
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Tropez St. Pete
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Mangosteen
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Lolita's Wine Market
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Salt Shack On The Bay
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The Birchwood
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Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant
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Nightlife
American Social - Tampa
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CW's Gin Joint
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Good Night John Boy
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Mandarin Hide
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Green Bench Brewing Company
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3 Daughters Brewing
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Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails
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Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
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Postcard Inn Beach Bar & Snack Shack
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Grand Central Brewhouse
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Birchwood Canopy
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jonathan Koch
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Hello and welcome to my Thatch profile!
I am an Irish and American dual-citizen, currently living in Tampa, Florida. I have visited 3 continents, 20 countries, and 23 US states. I love to travel and share beautiful views from a bird's eye view with my drone. You can get a sense for my travels on my instagram @jonathandrones.
In traveling with friends and family, I've developed a knack for finding the best spots to submerse into the local culture. My type of travel includes both a cultural experience and a relaxed one each day, as well as focusing on quality over quantity (or price!). You can expect a mix of luxury and thrifty lodgings, restaurants, and experiences in each of my travel guides.
I love to plan travel as much as actually doing it. If seeing more of the world is in your future, check out my guides or reach out for a bespoke itinerary!
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