Florida STAYcation Picks: Our Favorite “Drivecations” to Explore
Tampa happens to be the perfect starting point for a staycation getaway in Florida and we’re sharing some of our favorite destinations for families.
This is where you’ll find our extended coverage of all things AWESOME this summer in Tampa Bay beyond!! From the beaches to the theme parks, and all of the fun things in between, our team is covering it all!

Tampa happens to be the perfect starting point for a staycation getaway in Florida and we’re sharing some of our favorite destinations for families.

Celebrate the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with your kids at Space Exploration Day at MOSI. Read about all the fun things to do!

The Wild Oasis Realm at Jungala, “North America’s most immersive kid-friendly adventure realm”, is now open at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

If you love the holiday season paired with Florida fun, these family friendly Christmas in July events need to be on your calendar!

Join Captain Terrible T.J. on The Lost Pearl for a fun pirate cruise through Tampa Bay with great views and plenty to see along the way!

Looking for fun ways to keep little ones busy this summer? Try these easy ideas for sensory play at the pool that help them stay cool and build skills!

Meet Anna De Jesus, the creator of Kids Travel Talk, a travel-inspired tool that helps kids and parents connect through conversation.

If you haven’t had a chance to experience a rocket launch in person, this is the summer to make it happen! We’re talking to astronaut Winston Scott about the importance of this experience at least once in your lifetime!

If the weather outside is not so ideal, don’t fret! There are tons of awesome indoor things to do with kids around Tampa Bay including trampoline parks, arcades, museums, and more!

We’re sharing events in Tampa Bay to celebrate Juneteenth and ideas from Karimah Henry of craftingafunlife.com and Kiva Williams of TheFunFoodieMama.com

Head to Glazer Children’s Museum to join the Summer of Play– a season-long celebration of creativity, movement and discovery featuring the Make Space Studio and more!

Discover how this year’s library summer reading program isn’t just about reading, it’s about experiencing the Art of Reading!

Explore Lettuce Lake Park and find out why it’s one of Tampa’s favorite family-friendly spots with nature trails and plenty of room to play.

Need ideas for summer fun with kids? Local moms share their go-to parks, indoor spots, and even overnight trips that won’t break the bank!

Busch Gardens is going big in Tampa Bay, investing nearly $40 million into its local parks, including the water park Adventure Island. And this means even more family-friendly fun for you to experience!

Step Inside “Let’s See!” at Glazer Children’s Museum, a hands-on exhibit that helps families explore how vision works and why eye health matters.

The Environmental Working Group has released its 2025 Guide to the best sunscreens. See if yours made the list!

Were dragons just misunderstood dinosaurs? Could unicorns trace their horns to the Arctic seas? And did a real sea monster inspire the terrifying kraken? Starting May 17, you’ll get a chance to find out as Giants, Dragons & Unicorns takes over MOSI!

Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig are expecting baby number three at PEPPA PIG Theme Park’s new character meet and greet!

Discover Wonders of Wetlands at Great Explorations, an interactive exhibit teaching kids about Florida’s ecosystems and water conservation.
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