Fit2Run opens new store on Water Street ahead of Gasparilla
Fit2Run has opened a new Water Street Tampa store, creating a dedicated hub for downtown runners ahead of Gasparilla.
Tampa Bay Hospitality
Hospitality continues to grow across Tampa Bay as hotels, restaurants and venues invest in new experiences for visitors and locals. Here, you’ll find reporting on the people, projects and trends shaping the region’s travel and service industry.
Iowa and Vanderbilt head to Tampa for ReliaQuest Bowl
Iowa and Vanderbilt will meet in Tampa on New Year’s Eve for a ReliaQuest Bowl matchup that brings national interest and strong economic impact.
The state of Tampa’s economy in 2025
Tampa ended 2025 with record tourism, strong job growth and major investment across key sectors, setting the stage for what comes next in 2026.
New Chicken Salad Chick opening in Parrish on Dec. 16
Chicken Salad Chick opens in Parrish on Dec. 16 with giveaways and continued growth across Manatee County.
A closer look at Sarasota’s new St. Regis Longboat Key
The St. Regis Longboat Key brings a new level of coastal luxury to Sarasota with refined design, quiet service and an 18-acre Gulf-front setting.
Tampa hotels launch Plates with Purpose to fight food insecurity
Mainsail hotels are turning every entrée sold into meals for families facing holiday food insecurity.
Melting Pot CEO JC Crawford pushes bold menu and expansion strategy
Melting Pot CEO JC Crawford is reinventing how the Tampa-born brand delivers the perfect night out.
The Tampa EDITION’S Chris Southwick on Tampa’s luxury market
The Edition’s Chris Southwick explains how Tampa became a luxury destination built on authenticity, culture and community.
Outback opening new Lakewood Ranch restaurant Nov. 11
Outback expands to Lakewood Ranch with new jobs, community giving and a nod to its Tampa beginnings.
Hilton Garden Inn sale marks Ybor’s rising profile
The sale of the Hilton Garden Inn in Ybor underscores the district’s revitalization and rising investor interest in Tampa hotels.