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05/31/2024

We want to warmly welcome esteemed FAMU alums and dignitaries to Florida’s Gulf Coast!

Tampa Bay is a vibrant community with a rich culture shaped by notable local alumni from Florida A&M University. Their spirit of excellence, innovation, and leadership makes our city a welcoming and incredible place.

As you enjoy the FAMU National Alumni Association (Official) conference, we invite you to experience our dazzling waterfront, scenic Tampa Riverwalk, top-notch attractions, and award-winning dining…the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement — what we like to call The Tampa Bay Effect.

05/22/2024

As part of our ongoing National Travel & Tourism Week celebrations, 100 Visit Tampa Bay partners and team members joined forces on Tuesday at Feeding Tampa Bay. Over two shifts, our dedicated volunteers made a remarkable impact:

✓ 11,125 meals prepared
✓ 13,351 pounds of food sorted

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in our Tourism Gives Back event and contributed to Feeding Tampa Bay’s mission to end hunger. Interested in volunteering to make a difference in Tampa Bay? Sign up to volunteer at Feeding Tampa Bay here: https://feedingtampabay.org/volunteer

05/15/2024

Tampa Bay has been recognized at the 2024 Data Hero Awards for our innovative approach to hosting and amplifying multicultural conventions!

We’re honored to have won in the Meetings & Conventions category, specifically for using Zartico data to inform group, meeting, or convention sales and marketing strategies.

Key highlights of our winning strategies include:

• Conducting comprehensive convention center or facility impact analysis.
• Implementing targeted meeting and convention marketing initiatives.
• Leveraging data-driven insights for sales strategies.

We couldn’t have achieved this without our incredible team and partners. Your dedication and hard work have been instrumental in making this recognition possible. We are truly grateful for your contributions!

05/09/2024

SOF Week 2024 in Tampa Bay!

Parachutes. Helicopters. Fast boats. Oh My! Hundreds of eager onlookers lined our streets and shores to see the dynamic demonstrations of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and the Global SOF Foundation. This annual gathering fostered interactive learning and networking, and honored the exceptional individuals who serve. More than 15,000 attendees participated in various events and activities throughout the week, making it truly unforgettable.

Thank you to all who made this event a success! Until next time, let’s continue to honor and advance excellence within the Special Operations Forces community.

05/01/2024

Today marks National Travel Advisors Day! We are so grateful to the travel advisors who work closely with us and with our partners to promote Tampa Bay as a top-of-mind destination. Thank you for all you do. We look forward to unlocking Tampa Bay with you!

03/11/2024

Tampa Riverwalk is nominated as one of the best Riverwalks in the nation by USA Today 10Best! Help us secure number one by submitting your vote before Monday, April 8th!

Tampa Riverwalk: Vote for your favorite riverwalk!!

01/18/2024

Ready to be whisked away to a world-class destination, with sparkling waterfronts, an innovative Convention District, and MICHELIN-rated restaurants? If you’re a meeting professional, now’s your chance with the “Tampa Bay Your Way” Giveaway!

From now until March 30, 2024, snap a photo with one of the Visit Tampa Bay outdoor ads in Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, New York or Washington, D.C. Post the picture to Instagram or Facebook and tag (you can also email the photo to [email protected]).

Every meeting professional who enters will receive a $50 gift card to the Unlock Tampa Bay Visitors Center. One lucky winner and guest will receive the Grand Prize of customized trip including complimentary airfare, three nights’ hotel accommodation, concert, or event tickets, and restaurant gift cards.

Win a trip and witness firsthand the unparalleled meetings experience that Tampa Bay has to offer. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking waterfront Convention District, indulge in MICHELIN Star-rated cuisine, attend cutting-edge events, stay in modern hotels, and more – all tailored to your prefere...

12/02/2020

Looking forward to joining Sepi and the Elevated Meeting Solutions team today!

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07/15/2020

Tampa Bay is thrilled to welcome you back safely, and the Tampa Convention Center is taking every precaution necessary to ensure a productive and safe meeting.

06/30/2020

Tampa Bay is open and ready to host your group or meeting with new safety protocols and wide-open possibilities.

11/20/2019

Welcome Youth Specialties to ! Be sure to come check out our Unlock Tampa Bay Visitors Center for some tips and tricks on exploring Tampa, and some amazing Tampa themed shopping! Check out our website for more... https://www.visittampabay.com

Discover Tampa Bay for your next Florida vacation. Book a hotel, find a restaurant, or explore things to do with Visit Tampa Bay as your official guide.

11/01/2019

National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED) We are excited to have you next weekend! Elongate your stay and explore on Friday night. You can check out the or see a show at Straz Center for the Performing Arts go to https://www.visittampabay.com/tampa-events/ for more ideas!

10/25/2019

Spooky Empire, Inc. is going to bring Halloween to on a whole new level 😎Don't miss out on other fun and exciting events for all during this Halloween season! Check out Pirate Water Taxi's ghost tours, or get a creepy crafty cocktail at one of our many great restaurants. Go to https://www.visittampabay.com/tampa-events/halloween/ for more ideas!

TAMPA BAY HALLOWEEN Nobody this side of Transylvania jumps into Halloween like Tampa Bay. We can make your blood run cold and the hair stand up on the back of your neck. Or we can tone it down for more family-friendly fun like the community costume parade or trick-or-treating on the Tampa Ri...

10/23/2019

is here starting the 31st! 👻 But you’ll want to come early to check out all of the scary festivities has to offer. From to .city.ghost.tour and haunted river rides on you’ll be sure to get your fix of Halloween tricks 🎃💀.
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10/21/2019

Where work travel meets vacation travel. is the perfect balance for your next event 🤩.

10/15/2019

There are so many ways to during your next meeting or event! Elongate your stay and explore all of what has to offer. has some ideas for you 🤩☀️.

10/11/2019

You’ll be falling for when you come for your next convention, you might never want to leave. Take your team to for a fun filled adventure😎.
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10/10/2019

October days at 😍 Take your much needed coffee break and leave fully rejuvenated and ready to go back to your meeting ☕️.
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10/09/2019

The Epicurean Hotel ranked as the No. 4 hotel in Florida by Condé Nast Traveler's 2019 Reader's Choice Awards.
This honor comes on the heels of earning the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Rating for the fifth year in a row. Only 6.3 percent of the more than 27,000 AAA Inspected & Approved hotels make the Four Diamond list.
https://epicureanhotel.com/

Discover a foodie's paradise come to life at the Epicurean Hotel. With 137 guest rooms and suites, you're sure to find something to satisfy every appetite.

09/27/2019

Happy ! Unlock the perfect mix of business and fun when you Visit Tampa Bay. 🎢

09/25/2019

Join the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce and 100+ Tampa area businesses for the 5th Annual Biz Expo & Networking Night! Connect with hundreds of business professionals from across Tampa Bay! Give Aways! Interactive Entertainment! Door Prizes! Food Tastings from Local Restaurants and a Cash Bar! Attendee Admission is FREE for Chamber Members who pre-register and FREE for Military with I.D. General Admission/Day Of is $10.00. Visit WWW.TampaBizExpo.com
South Tampa Chamber of Commerce

Thursday, September 26 | 4:00-7:00pm Tampa Convention Center 333 S. Franklin Ave. | Tampa, FL Join the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce and 100+ Tampa area businesses for our 5th Annual Biz Expo Networking Night! Connect with hundreds of business professionals from across Tampa Bay! Give Aways! Inter...

09/23/2019

Happy First Day of Fall!! is the perfect place to hold your next convention. Choose when you book ✨💙☀️.

09/23/2019

Tampa Bay is rich and inviting destination. Read about how Meeting Professionals International - MPI agrees!

https://www.mpi.org/blog/article/tampa-bay-rich-and-inviting-for-meetings-and-events

The Tampa Bay area continues to add hotels, venues and meeting spaces to meet the needs of its increasingly large number of visitors.

09/20/2019

Tampa Bay has it all. Book your convention here and discover how our weekends, never end. 😍.

09/19/2019

Our hotel and venue spaces are 😍 is just one of the many examples of how is perfect for your next convention. ✨.
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09/18/2019

It’s “hump day” Wednesday!! Making it through the work week with these blue skies and relaxing vibes 😎🌴.
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09/17/2019

ACI-NA is here at the for their Annual Conference and Exhibition! Come check out our Visitors Center and find out more ways to ✈️💙💛.
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09/13/2019

Follow our official Tampa Bay Meetings Instagram, Facebook and Twitter account to stay updated on everything in Tampa Bay! Tag us in your photos Links in Bio! ✨💙.
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09/12/2019

Meetings aren’t so ruff when you can walk along the water 🐶💕Have access to free gym equipment and on Bayshore Boulevard, just one of the many ways to 🤩.
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09/11/2019

Are you attending IMEX America? Catch some of our Sales staff in Las Vegas - ask them about how to
Check out this great article about IMEX.
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If your an event professional you need to be at IMEX America. Today we're covering the best tips and events happening at IMEX America 2019. From what to wear, to what to do we have you covered!