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The city of Tampa is situated on the west coast of the state of Florida, USA. This Gulf State city is a very popular holiday resort as well as an important business center which is reflected in the many luxury Tampa Hotels in and around the city. The exact meaning of the word "Tampa" is uncertain but it is thought to mean 'sticks of fire' in the language of the Calusa, a Native American Tribe that lived in the area and may be a reference to the many lightning strikes in the summer months.
Tampa, then just a village only started to prosper with the discovery of phosphate and with the establishment of the railroad, commercial fishing industry and a cigar factory, tourism and industry bloomed to turn Tampa into the city it is today.
The city of Tampa is bordered by Old Tampa Bay and Hillsborough Bay. Together these form Tampa Bay which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The city has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, wet summer days and cool winters. Visitors to the city would be wise to remember their rain apparel as afternoon thunderstorms are common from June to September with several deaths occurring each year due to lightening strikes.
Real estate, finance, insurance and retail all play a vital role in Tampa's economy. Many tourists enter the city through Tampa's port, via luxury cruise ships. To cater for this influx of both business and leisure visitors to the city, many luxury Tampa Hotels have been developed in recent years. With hotels situated on the Bay, in the city center and surrounded by park like gardens, close to the airport and great shopping opportunities, guests to all luxury Tampa Hotels will find accommodation and facilities to suit their purpose.
The diverse architecture of the region is reflected in many Luxury Tampa Hotels. Most of the modern high rise hotels and buildings demonstrate post-modern architecture while Art Deco is also a popular style.
The architecture of hotels in Ybor City, an area of Tampa which has been revitalized in recent years, reflect many cultural influences that make up the city including Italian, Irish and Spanish. The fabulous ornate Moorish architecture of the Tampa Bay Hotel is a masterpiece while the extensive tile and stonework, stucco archways and open air courtyards of other hotels create a parallel with grand homes of the Mediterranean.
Luxury Tampa Hotels provide guests with wonderful opportunities to explore and discover the city. Of course, the wonderful beaches with lots of water, sunshine, fishing, jet skiing and parasailing are a major draw card for holiday makers but the city is also teaming with arts, professional sports and things to do. Busch Gardens Africa, The Florida Aquarium, a streetcar ride to Channelside for shopping or a historic tour of Ybor city are just some of the many activities for guests staying at luxury Tampa Hotels.
Luxury Tampa Hotels offer guests fantastic dining opportunities with sophisticated in-house restaurants, bistros and bars as well as convenient access to the diverse and distinctive Tampa dining scene. With waterfront bistros and funky restaurants serving fresh seafood to family owned Spanish restaurants and hot crisp Cuban sandwiches, all guests will find something perfectly suited to their palate. And when the sun goes down and the streets come alive with music and dance, guests can enjoy a hotel dinner dance or take to the streets to enjoy reggae, rock, blues, country and jazz at bars and clubs all over town. SoHo and Ybor City are regarded as the trendy sites to mix, mingle and party.
A great variety of rooms and suite types exist at luxury Tampa Hotels. With oversized guests rooms to enhance relaxation to guest rooms overlooking the harbor, family suites and those specially prepared for business visitors, guests to Tampa are assured accommodation to suite their purpose. Some guest rooms are simple yet stylishly furnished along modern lines while others provide sumptuous and luxurious accommodation.
Many Luxury Tampa Hotels offer business centers and conference facilities providing meeting space for business or board meetings, product launches, dinner dances, weddings or international conferences. Providing state-of-the-art technological and audio visual equipment, staff to organize and advise and fine dining facilities, guests are assured of the perfect function.
Luxury Tampa Hotels provide a unique opportunity for the business traveler and vacationer alike. Not only are they well positioned for easy access to the airport, the central business district and the beautiful harbor and Bay areas, but Luxury Tampa Hotels also combine luxurious accommodation with modern facilities and amenities. Wonderful views and tranquil settings provide guests with a unique retreat after a busy day sightseeing, attending to business or simply vacationing.
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