1. Two Is Always Better At A Rays Game
Getting caught on the Jumbotron isn’t something you forget easily—but it makes an even better memory when you have someone to mug with for the camera.
2. They’ll Show You Their Secret Sunset Watching Spot
Who thinks that watching the sun go down from an airport parking lot would be a great date spot? Anyone?
If you’re dating someone from Tampa, sooner or later you’ll find yourself gladly taking in those fuel fumes just for the chance to view a spectacular sunset. Trust me. These folks know their sunset spots.
3. They’ll Keep You Safe During The Hurricanes
Tampanians laugh in the face of hurricanes. Okay, maybe not. But, they do have preparation down to a science, which means dating someone from the area will keep you safe and sound when the time comes to face the music.
4. Tampanians Are Forever Loyal
They prove it at every NFL game. No matter how bad the Buccaneers are, Tampanians keep showing up. Talk about faithful.
5. They’ll Show You Beaches That Will Ruin You Forever
Tampanians know their beaches are a cut above the rest. Tampa’s beaches are snowy white, warm, and perfect for lounging around with your special someone. And they can’t wait to play some hooky and spend a beach day with you.
6. You’ll Always Have Someone To Hold Your Hand On The Skyway Bridge
The Bob Graham Sunshine Skyway Bridge is kind of scary. It’s reeeeally high above the water, and everyone’s white-knuckled it once in a while. But dating someone from Tampa means they’re totally used to it by now, and will be great at distracting from you on the way over. Just don’t ever break up on the way over.
7. They’ll Teach You How To Love The Pirate’s Life
Try to score a date in Tampa by January, when Tampanians all walk, talk and swagger like pirates at the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival. Might sound like an odd way to spend the day now, but just wait until your Tampa sweetie gets you there. Before you can say “yo, ho-ho and a bottle of rum”, you will learn and love everything there is to know about the pirate’s life.
8. You’re Basically Guaranteed To Be Dating An Overachiever
Tampa folks have been known to accomplish a lot of big things. Here are just a few of the stars to come from the City of Champions: Aaron Carter, John Cena, Ray Charles, Derek Jeter, Hulk Hogan, Brittany Snow, Channing Tatum. Date someone from Tampa and you could become famous just by association.
9. Tampanians Will Always Share Their Bloomin’ Onions
The partially-sliced, spicy onion was first battered and fried in Tampa, and is filling enough for two.
Who eats onions on a date? People from Tampa do, since it’s a bloomin’ shame, to eat a bloomin onion alone. Date someone from Tampa and you’ll quickly learn the art of devouring fried onion and dipping sauce.
10. You’ll Have A Supplier Of The Prettiest Chocolates In The World
You will know your Tampa date is serious if he brings you William Dean chocolates. Anyone from Tampa knows that these are more than just candy. These sweets are to die for: Artisanal, hand-crafted, hand-painted; to die for. They are serious business chocolates that will seal the deal. Dating someone from Tampa is worth the shot that you might get a box.
11. Tampanians Know All The Perfect Places To Steal A Kiss
It probably wasn’t the city’s specific intention, but sunny Tampa has plenty of leafy trees along downtown that make the perfect spots for a kiss. Sure, they love the sunshine, but a Tampanian won't ever miss out on a chance for some quick PDA in the shade on your afternoon stroll.
12. You’ll Never Have To Leave Home To Go On Vacation Together
You will go to all the places that people from some where else think are so spectacular they will board a plane to get there. How cool is that? Just the thought of a hot date at Busch Gardens will get your heart pumping and a ride on a scary roller coaster could be just the thing to bring you closer together. Literally.
13. Your Date Nights Will Always Be Classy In Ybor
“Ybor” is not a question, which you would know if you dated someone from Tampa. Sooner or later a Tampa date will end up in Ybor, for dinner and a movie, in Tampa’s historic district.
14. If You Decide To Grow Old Together, You’re In The Perfect Place
Tampa is not a bad place to finally settle down. There are a lot of retirees in Tampa that come from all over the country. Date someone from Tampa and get in on the ground floor.
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