Travel

One Liners Sarasota & Manatee: Tricera Capital, Helios Technologies and more

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► BOTA Center, a historic office property at 1570 Boulevard of the Arts in Sarasota’s Rosemary District, and a nearby vacant 6,250-square-foot lot sold for $4.35 million. (Pictured above) ► Elite Airways is now offering flights to White Plains Westchester County Airport, in New York, from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. ► Tricera Capital, a Miami-based … Read more

Summertime holidays are easy and close by at Hilton Head Island

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Some say it’s South Carolina’s Lowcountry sultry, salt air and hazy sun-filled afternoons that captivate holiday goers. Others claim the magic of indigenous Gullah cultural and culinary charms as a primary draw for visitors. Still, others point to an almost endless string of sporting pursuits from kayaking, fishing and sailing to golf, tennis and cycling … Read more

Editorial: Following the Bolts on the road to Raleigh (PHOTOS)

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Sports fans who have been missing the roar of the crowds are buying tickets again, and those of us with travel lust are checking airline schedules and happy to travel to see our beloved teams play. Post-pandemic, weary bodies, and minds are craving an adventure. Before you could say “GO BOLTS,” I secured tickets to … Read more

Ready for a road trip? AAA reports gas prices in Florida on the decline ahead of Memorial Day weekend

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Florida gas prices are declining as more than 2 million Floridians prepare to travel for Memorial Day. AAA is forecasting that the majority of those (1.9 million Floridians) will take a road trip of 50 miles or more. Floridians are currently paying an average price of $2.87 per gallon. That’s 2 cents less than a … Read more

Norwegian Cruise Line debuts new class of ships

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By Sean d’Oliveira As the cruise industry beckons to restart business, Norwegian Cruise Line began taking sales for a new fleet of cruise ships called Prima Class. The new class of ships is the first redesign of its fleet in nearly 10 years, according to the company. “Despite not having sailed in more than a … Read more

Greece opens to American tourists; France likely next

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With newly vaccinated, jet-setting Tampa Bay area residents anxiously waiting to see when the world—especially Europe—would reopen for travel, it’s welcome news that Greece has removed its COVID-19 travel restrictions. Consider this a “pre-opening” as the official reopening date is May 14, but travelers from the European Union, the United States, Britain, Serbia, Israel and … Read more

20 Questions With Neal Thurman

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Neal Thurman is dedicated to continuing a culture of excellent customer service, at both parks, with a focus on creating safe and memorable experiences for guests He serves on the board for Visit Tampa Bay and the Tampa Bay Chamber, in addition to supporting the USF Muma College of Business Executive Advisory Council. Thurman began … Read more

Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival

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There is much to do at Busch Gardens. Whether you go for the thrilling roller coasters or watching animals, there’s truly something for everyone at Busch Gardens. If you’ve never been, and you’re a foodie, now it the perfect time to visit. The annual Food and Wine Festival began in February and runs until April … Read more

Surviving and thriving during surreal travel times

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To say that we are experiencing surreal times during this global pandemic is an understatement. With restrictions, and travel bans, changing daily, our passionate hearts, and our educated brains, are in a battle of “to book or not to book.” With so many hurdles, travel experts say recovery will be slow and that about 90% … Read more