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We're a globe trekking, fun-loving family always planning our next adventure. From art museums to alpine skiing, we're ready for anything.
Our Family's Travel Personality
adventurous, curious, relaxed, simple, independent, energetic, spontaneous, sophisticated, easy_going, scheduled, artsy, social_butterfly
We Just Got Back From
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club which is located on the beach overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Paradise!
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Wherever we go next....thanks to Trekaroo, I always have a great group of reviews to help me plan a fantastic vacation!
A Place We'd Love To Visit
During the winter, anywhere with snow and easy airport access. Golfing has become a new passion!
Favorite Vacation Memory
One of my favorite vacation memories was seeing my daughter splashing in the Boca Beach Club kiddie pool.
The first time she saw snow in Park City, Utah at the Park City Mountain Resort. She's still talking about ski school years later!
Visiting Cancun!
The Innisbrook Golf Resort and Spa near Tampa Bay, Florida - be sure to read my reviews about the resort and their Indaba Spa. What an amazing experience!
A holiday in France (wonderful home exchange--thanks for the ideas on Trekaroo!)
Visiting Tybee Island, Georgia. The lighthouse tour and beaches are a family favorite!
Worst Travel Moment With My Kids:
Dangerous weather conditions or any other unexpected airport delay.
Security delays at the airport!
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Best places in Florida for kids who love pirates!
Florida's vast coastlines are ideal places to tell pirate stories.
In addition to those sandy shores, there are lots of places to bring your pirates. Set sail for any of these pirate themed locales and get ready to ARGH!
1420 N Tampa St
Tampa, Florida
Comment:
There's a special Children's Parade which is ideal for those with pint-sized pirates.
reviewed on: August 18 2010
"Well suited for older pirates"
This annual event is incredibly popular with pirates of all ages. Dressing up is the norm rather than the exception and everyone really enjoys talking like a pirate throughout the day. If you have pint sized pirates, plan to arrive extra early to secure a spot along the bridges in downtown Tampa to watch the ships. You'll have a great view of the pirate ship invasion without a lot of the wild crowds around you. Once on land near the Convention Center, the pirates parade begins. Plan for parking challenges, college kids who drink a bit too much and aggressive bead catchers and you'll be prepared for anything.
25 Causeway Boulevard #3
Clearwater Municipal Marina Clearwater Beach, Florida
reviewed on: January 04 2010
"Pricey pirate fun"
This pirate cruise was great fun for our entire family even though it is a bit pricey. On our high seas adventure, we saw friendly pirates, dolphins swimming in the surf and a few land lubbers cheering at us. If you visit the website to make advance reservations, you can save $2 per person which you will probably spend on parking. ARRGH!
Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida
Comment:
This is the third largest parade in the USA! The Parade of Pirates is held every year in January. This pirate fest is a must!
reviewed on: January 24 2012
"Beads!"
Every year, Tampa is invaded by pirates firing real cannons off their floats....and the citizens of Tampa go wild. Dressing up as a pirate is highly encouraged...you'll feel like a part of the party so go wild! The Parade of Pirates features so many costumed pirates of all ages that you'll feel like you're in a Johnny Depp pirate movie. Get there early to secure a spot along Bayshore Boulevard and shout out loud for beads! The view of downtown Tampa over the water is beautiful! Beer is sold at this event, some folks do get a bit wild and it is VERY loud so you might want to be cautious younger kiddos. ARRGH!
Disney's Magic Kingdom
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
reviewed on: September 12 2012
"AARGH!"
If you've got a little Captain Jack Sparrow fan, then you'll want to book a pirate makeover during your next visit to the Magic Kingdom! There are four different pirate packages to choose from and all include lessons on how to be a pirate. It's so much fun watching the kiddos transform from shy to scurvy during their visit to The Pirate's League.
Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida
reviewed on: August 28 2009
"All day event ideal for pirates of all ages"
This annual event, held on one day in January/February (January 22, 2011 from 11am to 7:30pm this year), is an offshoot of the more famous Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Parade of Pirates celebration but it attracts thousands of pint-sized pirates all searching for one thing....beads! Bring your family out to this alcohol-free event and plan to be amazed. The crowds make parking a challenge but there are plenty of reasons swashbuckle your way through the masses. It's fun!
111 Avenida Menedez
(St. Augustine Municipal Marina) Saint Augustine, Florida
Disney's Magic Kingdom
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Riviera Beach Marina
200 East 13th Street Palm Beach, Florida
Quiet Waters Park
401 S Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, Florida
Comment:
Themed weekends make it possible for pirates of all ages to dress up (or down) for fun! Pirate Weekend - Pillage of the Village! will be held on February 16, 17, and 18, 2013. Please check the website for other theme weekends.
reviewed on: February 14 2013
"Theme weekends"
The Florida Renaissance Festival has been taking place in South Florida for over 21 years. The Festival takes place over six themed weekends. The 2013 dates are: February 9 - March 17, 2013 at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach. The Festival is also held at the historic Cauley Square from March 30 – April 14, 2013 from 10 am to Sunset, with one school day, Monday, April 1, 2013 (9:30am -2:30pm). The theme weekends are popular with kids of all ages and include a Pirates Weekend and St. Patrick's Day weekend and others.
Please visit the website for an updated listing of themes, directions, and hours.
3501 West Tampa Bay Boulevard
Tampa, Florida
Comment:
With the NFL Bucs as the home team and a giant pirate ship in the end zone, this stadium is ideal for any pewter pirate. The ship even fires when the team scores! Go Bucs!
reviewed on: February 17 2013
"Pirate ship in the end zone!"
NFL Bucs fans love coming to games to cheer on the team especially because of the giant pirate ship in the end zone that fires real cannons when the team scores! The concession stands in the end zones are designed to look like seaside villages which adds to the charm of the place. Parking is easy and getting to the games is a breeze. There are always tickets available on game day which makes last minute plans possible.
