Tampa is a BEAUTIFUL city to visit any time of the year. There are a good number of things to do such as Busch Gardens and the beaches nearby, as well as Orlando about 1 hr up the Interstate 4.
Fun place to go. Love the beaches. Use the public transportation to get around or walk to avoid scary local drivers ;) The spring pirate fest is a lot of fun too. Keep your possessions close and don't leave anything visible in your car or you will most likely experience a car break in.
The Sheraton Sand Quay resort was brilliant: private beach pool, only hotel on that has it's own beach all the rest are owned individually many of them by Hollywood stars
In tampa you travel on the right side of the road. Lots of places to visit such as bush gardens, plenty of opportunity for shopping and fast food but watch out for the snakes!!!!