Travel & Recreation

Lauren Davenport, CEO and husband Daniel Fernandez, CMO of the Symphony Agency in St. Petersburg, sold their home and most of their belongings in early 2019 to become minimalist entrepreneurs. They travel the world and work remotely during the majority of the year, essentially making them “citizens of the world.”     We are currently in

More than 1,200 ticket holders stood in downtown Tampa for the chance to see Rick Steves, host of public television’s longest running travel series, Rick Steves’ Europe, and a bestselling guidebook author. Steves has become a trusted voice on where to go, and what to see, when going abroad, and his travels have inspired viewers

While looking ahead at the 2020 calendar, consider carving out quality “me time.” Jan. 28 is “National Plan for Vacation Day,” so, get your calendar and plan something special this year, maybe even a splurge-worthy yachting experience.   As a travel writer for about 20 years, I have always dreamed of a taking a trip with

In about two hours, a nonstop flight can have you up to the northern Midwest and away from the Florida humidity. Granted, winter might not be the best time of year for anyone used to the warmer temperatures, but the spring is beautiful. Ann Arbor, Michigan is a city that has plenty to offer: a

This spring, one of St. Pete Beach’s popular hotel properties—Guy Harvey Outpost—doubled down on the popularity of its RumFish Grlll restaurant and rebranded itself as RumFish Beach Resort. To learn more about the shift, as well as the connection to Guy Harvey, Tampa Bay Business & Wealth talked with TradeWinds president Keith Overton for his

Dallas has Southern hospitality accentuated by over-the-top cultural and culinary options. In this city of more than 2 million people, residents love to share their secrets and show off their big hearts. How to go: Instead of dreading the mad dash that a trip to an airport always includes, there’s a better choice. Go the

Ask any business leader why they live in the Tampa Bay area, one of the first answers might be “it’s beautiful” or “the weather” or maybe “the cost of living.” But one answer keeps coming up: “We have the best airport.” Tampa International Airport has undergone a facelift during the past nine years. Under CEO

“The Lego Movie” World has opened at Legoland Florida, representing its largest expansion since the theme park came online in Central Florida in 2011.  Legoland Florida’s third accommodation, the Pirate Island Hotel, is under construction and set to open about a year from now, adding 150 rooms to the 318 Legoland offers. With Legoland situated

It’s almost time to roll out the red carpet in Tampa for the annual Gasparilla International Film Festival. Now in its 13th year, the festival continues to attract thousands to the six-day event. This year’s festival runs March 19-24. The festival provides an opportunity for film buffs to see movies before they hit the big

Joe Lopano, CEO of Tampa International Airport, has worked 37 years in the aviation industry. Prior to accepting the CEO position in Tampa, he worked at the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport for 14 years as its executive vice president for marketing and terminal management. His experience also encompasses 19 years in the airline industry, including serving

Moving to the mountains A Tampa executive finds solace in Highlands, N.C. By Dale Gordon Fabulous…what a word. Not typically an everyday term in my usual vernacular, and yet somehow, it’s appropriate here. The locals use it to describe everything. And where is this spectacularly designated destination you ask? None other than the refined Appalachian

Photos by Rod Millington When it comes to time off, retreats that emphasize disconnecting and quieting the mind are all the rage. Anyone seeking such an escape can find one in a luxurious New England resort with plenty of playful recreation and spa options.  One visit to the Canyon Ranch spa resort in Lenox, Massachusetts,