5 Perfect Dates in Tampa Bay
New year, new you. It’s a phrase we have all heard again and again and while resolutions can be powerful and life-changing, for most of us, they lead to stress and the disappointment of losing focus on our goals. At Base Camp our resolution is providing valuable tools to our friends. Yes, we have all the tools and resources you’ll need to buy or sell a home, but we also strive to provide you with resources to have fun. improve your lifestyle and explore what makes Tampa Bay so awesome. This month we implore you to go out and have some fun. We’ve done the research for you and have put together 5 perfect dates for all different personality types. These dates will surely impress and are guaranteed to be bring you laughter and joy. And don’t worry, you can claim them as your own ideas, we won’t tell - that’s what friends are for.
St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg has several world-class art museums including the Museum of Fine Art, the Dali and the incredible Chihuly Collection, so you can take your pick and won’t be disappointed, but if you want to take your date to the next level - check out the Morean Arts Center Hot Date in the Shop. Spend the evening learning how to blow your own glass artwork. Then it’s off to Brick and Mortar, from a dinner worth savoring. The short ribs are truly a masterpiece you won’t soon forget. From here, you can round out the perfect evening with creative, craft cocktails from Mandarin Hide.
Tampa - Ybor City, FL
Nothing says romance like an exotic trip around the world. First stop - Thailand. Tampa is home to the beautiful Buddhist temple, Wat Tampa, that hosts a Sunday Market featuring authentic Thai meals. Be sure to check out the website to ensure proper etiquette on the temple grounds and be prepared for your taste buds to sing. Next stop: Cuba. Order a cafe con leche or perhaps you’ll be ready for a cuba libre in Ybor City where you can soak up the vibrant Cuban history and culture that Ybor City is renowned for.
Tampa, FL
Food tastes best in good company. Reserve your spots at the Epicurean for one of their many date night cooking classes. You’ll have a blast in this hands on cooking class and you’ll get to savor the meal that you helped create. If your still feeling peckish afterward, make your way to the rooftop bar at M.Bird at Armature Works for cocktails and small plates with a view of the city.
Dunedin, FL
If the great outdoors is more your speed, try renting a kayak for two at Sail Honeymoon and set out to explore the mangrove tunnels of Caladesi Island State Park. Mostly shallow and out of the way of motorized boat traffic, this is a beautiful way to take in the stunning scenery right outside our front doors. Pack plenty of water and a lunch for a romantic picnic on the beach.
Safety Harbor
Divine may best describe this romantic date. Spend the afternoon at the Safety Harbor Spa enjoying a couples massage, saunas and hot tubs. Once you’ve sufficiently relaxed your way into an appetite, impress your love with an exquisite meal at Parts of Paris for an authentic Parisienne bistro dining experience. Foie Gras, Escargot, Steak Tartare, c’est magnifique! This decadent date will surely be unforgettable.