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Great Escape
A look at the most popular U.S. and worldwide
tourist destinations. -- August 27, 2007
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Combine a perfect climate, tropical breezes and some of the
nation's most popular attractions, it's easy to understand why Tampa is a
favorite tourist destination. More than 5 million people visit Busch Gardens,
and the Lowry Park Zoo is ranked as the #1 Family Friendly Zoo in the country.
Visit several renowned aquariums, the largest science center in the South and
the largest collection of exotic big cats in the world. Tampa has more than a
dozen major attractions in all. If you love fun, you'll love Tampa.
Median income -- $34,415
Median house value -- $81,500
For more information visit www.tampachamber.com
or call 1-800-298-2672.
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| The Top 9 Attractions
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| Adventure Island 1-888-800-5447
Adventure Island's 30 acres of
water-drenched fun in the sun features the ultimate combination of
high-speed thrills and tropical, tranquil surroundings for guests of all
ages. |
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| Big Cat Rescue 813-920-4130
This 45 acre site cares for abused,
abandoned and retired performing cats. There are over 150 exotic cats
representing 23 species and sub species of wildcats. |
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| Busch Gardens 1-888-800-5447
A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of
the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows,
restaurants, shops and games. Busch Garden provides unrivaled
"real" excitement to guests of all ages. |
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| Florida Aquarium 813-273-4000
A not-for-profit educational and cultural
attraction that allows people to engage in experiences that inspire a
sense of wonder, understanding and stewardship of our aquatic
environments. The 200,000 square foot aquarium tells Florida's unique
water story with over 10,000 aquatic plants and animals. |
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| Dinosaur World 813-717-9865
You and your family will come face-to-face
with hundreds of life-size, scientifically accurate, life-like dinosaurs. |
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| International Plaza and Bay
Street 813-342-3790
Adjacent to Tampa International Airport, is
the most distinctive shopping and dining destination of Florida's West
Coast. Four fashionable department stores and over 200 specialty stores
live at International Plaza and Bay Street at the Plaza in an open-air
village of fine restaurants and small boutiques. |
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| Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)
813-987-6100
Plan to spend a minimum of 4 hours touring
the MOSI exhibits. Or view an IMAX film and see the Planetarium and/or
Science Works Theatre presentation. |
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| Lowry Park Zoo 813-935-8552
Voted #1 family friendly zoo in America.
Visit more than 1,600 animals in lush habitats and experience the rides,
water play areas, shows and restaurants. |
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| Yacht StarShip 813-223-7999
Florida's largest dining yacht, the Yacht
StarShip, has quickly become one of the most popular dining attractions in
Tampa. Watch live entertainment while noshing on four-star cuisine and see
some beautiful scenery while cruising on Tampa Bay. |
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