Faulkner Law Group

Where's the beef? It's at the Florida State Fair, held annually at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. You'll be attending the official state fair where the Sunshine State shows off its agricultural might. For 11 days, there's a corral full of indoor and outdoor exhibits, rides, craft shows, musical acts and wild foods like chocolate-covered bacon to taste. You won't want to miss this experience.

Dazzle your sweetheart on a sunset cruise aboard Tampa's Yacht Star Ship. Enjoy dinning selections from the executive chef's menu of award winning, four-star cuisine. After your meal, sip on fine wines or bar classics while dancing to the sounds of romantic music on the lounge deck underneath a blanket of stars.

Want to see a sea cow? Head over to the Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center. Stand on the observation platform to see hundreds of manatees swimming below, each weighing about 2000 pounds and measuring up to12 feet long. Afterwards, stroll down the 900 foot Tidal Walkway Nature Trail to see vibrant birds and animal life in their natural habitat.

Hang out with a lizard at the Green Iguana. The funky nightlife hot spot brings the best local cover bands, high energy rock bands and DJ's spinning a mix of rock and hip hop. You'll find the crowd loves to hang out at the lakefront tiki bar and is always talking about a giant lizard guarding the door!