The Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is located just northwest of downtown Toronto and is the largest airport in Canada. There are several public transportation options to choose from including the Brampton Transit, MI Way, GO Transit and the Toronto Transit Commission.

Typical flight times to Tampa International Airport (TPA) are around three hours. Shuttles, buses, taxis and rental cars will all get you into the downtown area.

Attractions and Tips

Busch Gardens draws a crowd with almost 300 different attractions to choose from including roller coasters and a zoo.

For more of a serene experience, check out Lettuce Lake Park. Opened in 1982, the park offers picnic areas, hiking trails and a large boardwalk with observation tower. From this location, you can rent a kayak or canoe to adventure onto Lettuce Lake. Bayshore Boulevard is home to the world’s longest sidewalk, offering many viewing opportunities.

The summers tend to be hot and humid with thunderstorms adding to the city’s precipitation, especially in June to September. On the other hand, the winters tend to be dry and mild. There isn’t a large chance of seeing snow while on a visit to Tampa. June to November is considered hurricane season; however, direct hits to Tampa tend to be uncommon.