Theories about its origin have included noises from the nearby Air Force base, a party boat with large speakers blasting a bass beat, construction projects, and even aliens.
Despite questions surrounding Gaspar's existence, his legend lives on. The city of Tampa became inspired by the tale, and organizers created a pirate-themed festival in 1904 called Gasparilla Pirate Fest.
Gather your mateys to watch a fully rigged pirate ship and hundreds of rowdy pirates invade downtown Tampa before heading over to Bayshore Boulevard for the annual parade.
Florida and Puerto Rico are getting some much-deserved recognition by the James Beard Awards Foundation. Ten semifinalists are based in the Sunshine State, while five are on la Isla.
The Daytona International Speedway and Pappas Drive-In and Restaurant in New Smyrna Beach are among the locations where Brad Pitt will be filming Apex.
Here’s what to expect at the family-friendly kiddie edition of Tampa’s most popular festival.
Ponce had the most dramatic increase in cesarean deliveries (16%), followed by San Juan (15%) and Baymón (12%), where 63.9% of babies were born via surgery.
Martin Luther King Jr. faced racism and violence when he traveled to St. Augustine, but that visit precipitated the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Highlights of the new $2 billion ship include 20 decks, an infinity pool suspended over the ocean, six waterslides, and three-story townhouses.
From live performances and dazzling light displays at big theme parks to community events with free toys and activities for children, here are four places to celebrate el Día de los Reyes in Central Florida.
