Thinking about moving to the Tampa Area? Browse through our articles on the things going on around Tampa and learn more about this area of Florida.
Like most major metropolitan areas, Tampa boasts no shortage of museums. They come in all sizes here, with wonderfully diverse looks at the area’s past, present and future. Lets start with the four big Tampa museums. It’s worth the time, effort and yes, parking fun, to experience them. So map out a …
One of the perks of living in a major metropolitan area is the cultural offerings. Entertainment, theater, music, art galleries, exhibits and museums will keep you learning as long as you’d like. But sometimes the smaller museums pack just as powerful a cultural punch. They might be a bit off …
You’re targeting the Tampa Bay area for your new custom Florida home, and you’d like to get to know the area a bit better. You may know two major interstates intersect it, and that splendid beaches lie just to its west. You also might know that local professional, collegiate and …
Like most metropolitan areas in Florida, Tampa Bay boasts no shortage of A-list tourist attractions. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, north of downtown, is one of the state’s largest and best known. A quick online search will yield a long roster of others, headlined by the nationally ranked Florida Aquarium and …
Tampa wouldn’t be Tampa without Ybor City. The Latin neighborhood that helped shape Tampa as much as any other area influence, remains a flavorful, integral part of Tampa life today. From food and music, to architecture and industry, Ybor City has contributed heavily to Tampa traditions. If you’re new to …
Need a dose of downtown? Maybe it’s time to get out of the house. Attend a festival. Visit an attraction. Or, simply enjoy one of the watery landscapes that’s near your new Tampa-area home. We’ve got the cure — or the answer. Especially if you’d like a little exercise at …
Although beautiful beaches abound along the Gulf of Mexico, sometimes you need to cross a bridge to feel like you’ve truly been to the beach. If you’re seeking an island experience near metropolitan Tampa, we at ICI Homes have four suggestions. These islands are located from north to south along …
If you’re a new Tampa-area resident or are thinking of becoming one, we at ICI Homes are here to offer four informal rites of residentship! It’s tongue-in-cheek, of course, but all four suggestions are alternately fun, scenic and tasty, plus they’ll will give you a true sense of place and …
Whether cruising back roads or interstates around west-central Florida, you’ll see gentle hills, seemingly endless green fields, oak and pine groves and water features, such as rivers and swamps. Aside from people, it’s also a perfect home for wild and exotic animals, many of which hail from similar climates in …
When in Tampa, do as many Tampa residents do — enjoy a cruise along Bayshore Boulevard. If you’re a newly arrived Tampa-area resident, getting to know Bayshore will help you and yours with your geographical bearings of the downtown area. Plus, it’s a gorgeous vista! Running, walking, strolling, cycling and, …