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Sarasota/Tampa/St. Petersburg

Gulf Coast pleasures and getaways for couples, plus America's No. 1 tennis resort.

Honeymoon Island

Florida's Honeymoon Island State Park is a place for lovers to picnic, swim, and stroll along the Gulf beach together.

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort

America's No. 1 tennis resort -- and much more.

The Don CeSar Beach Resort & Spa

Every August, couples gather here to celebrate vow renewals on the beach -- but you'll find it perfect for romance any time.

TradeWinds Island Resorts in St. Pete, Florida

Profile of the sister resorts, Island Grand and Sandpiper Hotel & Suites, on St. Pete Beach outside of Tampa.

Gulf Islands

Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and the Bradenton area.

Longboat Key Club

Golf, tennis, swim and more at this getaway outside of Sarasota.

Sarasota - Florida's "Cultural Coast"

Overview of the city and its Gulf Coast islands and beaches.

Tampa Bay

Attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the Florida Aquarium, a revived downtown waterfront area, and Ybor City Latin Quarter.

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