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Real Name:	SarahJayn
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Written by sarahjayn

on May 21, 2005

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Favorite Thing: My favorite thing about Tampa is that it is more real than some people give it credit for. In a state where plastic alligators and a big, dumb mouse rule, it's nice to have a break. My advice to people coming here is to try and remember that and go to the restaurants / clubs / etc. that might not looks so shiny and swank from the outside, but have a lot more to offer than anything you're gonna find at Downtown Disney.

Fondest Memory: My favorite memories of Tampa all revolve around these little adventures my parents would take me, my brother, and my sister on. I think it's important to know about where you are from . . . I still go on those little adventures as much as possible.

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Ewingjr98 Tue Jul 14, 2009 02:51 UTC Thanks for the comprehensive and well-written tips. I look forward to trying several of your restaurant suggestions when I visit this summer!	cnango Sat Feb 14, 2009 23:18 UTC I enjoyed checking out the things to do in Tampa, as well as customs & warnings. Be back for more before I go to Tampa this Spring.
blint Tue Apr 8, 2008 12:42 UTC Looks like a nice place, but I'm still not jealous as you suggested on your homepage :P	el_ruso Sat May 5, 2007 02:58 UTC Great tips! I can tell you really love and know your city.

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