Florida - Tampa, Hong Kong Willie

Hong Kong Willie was here!
Tampa, Florida
2016

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I believe this is an art gallery with recycled items turned into art.  The 'balls' you see on the building are old fishing buoys. 

Florida - Tampa, St. Petersburg, Howard Franklin Bridge, 1970

Howard Franklin Bridge
Interstate No. 4 between St. Petersburg and Tampa, Florida

View showing the Interchange from Interstate # 4 leading off to 4th Street, 9th Street, 16th Street and the International Airport in St. Petersburg, Florida.
1970

Florida - Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Facts

Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Florida

Did you know?
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is the world's longest cable-stayed bridge (A cable-stayed bridge is a bridge that consists of one or more pillars, with cables supporting the roadbed), with a length of 29,040 feet or nearly 5.6 miles.

It is constructed of steel and concrete.  Its longest span is 1200 feet (366 m), which is 190 feet (58 m) over the water.

Construction of the current bridge began in 1982 and was completed in 1987, at a cost of $245 million.

This postcard is from 2009.

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This bridge connects the Florida cities of Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg.

Florida - Tampa, Gasparilla Parade

Tampa, Florida
Gasparilla Parade

Arrgh, matey!

Gasparilla is a "holiday" that is unique to Tampa.  What used to be a one day event is now more than a month long including an invasion when the Pirates take over the City of Tamp, art festival, marathon and concert.
2009

Florida - Tampa, Ybor City, Trolly

Ybor City, Tampa, Florida

Ybor City was named for Spanich cigar factory owner Vincente Martinez Ybor.  The city was built to house his factories and their workers, when they moved in 1886 from Key West.  Other manufacturers of hand-rolled cigars soon followed suit and made their way to Ybor City.
2009

Florida - Tampa, Aerial View

Tampa, Florida

Tampa Bay is an area that encompasses three counties and is "home" to over 2 million residents.  Tampa Bay offers many business opportunities, as well as many sunny beaches.
2010

Florida - Tampa, Night View

Tampa, Florida

Tampa Bay set on Florida's beautiful West Coast is a vibrant waterfront area, offering a picturesque view along the miles of beautiful coastline.
2010

Florida - Tampa, Raymond James Stadium

An aerial view of Raymond James Stadium, home of the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers and site of Superbowl XXXV.
2010

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Raymond James Stadium was built primarily to replace the aging Houlihan's Stadium, formerly located adjacent to the property. It is located on the former site of the now–demolished Al Lopez Field. Once completed, the final cost of the stadium was $168.5 million, publicly financed. It was known as Tampa Community Stadium during construction, but the naming rights were bought for $32.5 million for a thirteen–year deal by St. Petersburg-based Raymond James Financial in June 1998. On April 27, 2006 an extension was signed to maintain naming rights through 2015.

The stadium officially opened on September 20, 1998, when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Chicago Bears, 27–15.

The largest crowd ever recorded in Raymond James Stadium came on October 9, 2009, with U2’s 360º Tour. More than 72,000 people were in attendance.

Florida - Tampa, St. Pete Times Forum

The St. Pete Times Forum is home to the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning.  Located on downtown's waterfront, the innovative design of the St. Pete Times Forum features 19,500 seats for hockey, 20,500 seats for basketball and 21,500 seats for center stage events.
2010

Florida - Tampa International Airport, Aerial View

Tampa International Airport
Tampa, Florida

The Tampa International Airport is acclaimed worldwide as one of the most beautiful and functional airport terminals in the world.
2010

Florida - Map of Baseball Teams

Florida Baseball
Spring Training in South and Central Florida.
Let's Play Ball!

Lake Buena Vista Braves
Kissimmee Astros
Viera Nationals
Winter Haven Indians
Vero Beach Dodgers
Lakeland Tigers
Port St. Lucie Mets
Jupiter Marlins
Jupiter Cardinals
Ft. Lauderdale Orioles
Ft. Myers Red Sox
Ft. Myers Twins
Port Charlotte Rangers
Sarasota Reds
Bradenton Pirates
St. Petersburg Devil Rays
Clearwater Philies
Dunedin Blue Jays
Tampa Yankees
Haines City Royals
2010

Florida - Tampa, Wynn's Village Court, Deluxe Cottages

Wynn's Village Court
on U.S. Hyways 41-92-301 & State Rd. 600
Mr. & Mrs. W. Wynn Kuykendall, Proprietors

One of Tampa's Best Tourists Courts
Tile Baths - Kitchenettes - Deluxe Cottages
Hot Water 24 Hours
AAA Approved and Recommended

4100 E. Hillsboro Ave.,  Tampa, Florida
Phone 33-0321
Good Restaurant one block

Florida - Tampa, Aerial View of Towntown, 1957

Aerial View of downtown Tampa, Florida
1957

although the postcard doesn't mention it, the building in the front is the University of Tampa

Florida - Tampa, U.S. Bombers from Mac Dill Field Army Base

U.S. Bombers from Mac Dill Field Army Base over lafayette Street Bridge, Tampa, Florida