Travel Ideas

With just eight coveted seats, Koya delivers one of Tampa’s most exclusive and artful dining experiences. This Michelin-recognized omakase restaurant, led by Chef Eric Fralick, offers a multi-course journey through the finest seasonal Japanese ingredients—each dish as thoughtfully prepared as it is beautifully presented. It's intimate, unforgettable, and a must for serious food lovers.

Stay the Night, Relive the Story

The Creative Spirit of 1920 Ybor

Ever feel like highway numbers are just random? Think again! There’s a hidden logic to those signs, and once you crack the code, you’ll never look at a road trip the same way. From odd and even routes to sneaky three-digit spurs, America’s highways are basically a giant connect-the-dots puzzle—designed to get you where you’re going without ever asking for directions. 🧭

Silence, Scenery, and a Tank Full of Freedom

The Legacy of Tampa Theatre

Tampa's historic La Segunda Bakery has been crafting authentic Cuban bread since 1915.Founded by Spanish immigrant Juan Moré, who brought a cherished Cuban bread recipe from his time in the Spanish-American War, the bakery has remained a family-run institution for four generations.Today, La Segunda produces over 20,000 loaves daily, each adorned with a signature palmetto leaf to create its distinctive split crust—a tradition upheld with pride.Beyond bread, the bakery offers a delightful array of pastries, sandwiches, and café con leche, serving both locals and visitors eager to taste a slice of Tampa's rich culinary heritage.

Winding through the sky above Estes Park, Trail Ridge Road is more than just a drive—it’s a high-altitude adventure through the heart of Rocky Mountain National Park. As the highest continuous paved road in the U.S., it climbs above 12,000 feet, offering jaw-dropping views of alpine tundra, distant peaks, and maybe even a grazing elk or two. With every twist and turn, the road delivers a front-row seat to Colorado’s wild beauty, all just minutes from the charming mountain town of Estes Park.

Adventure Beyond the Highways