A QUICK GETAWAY FROM TAMPA BAY — BUNGALOWS KEY LARGO
All-Inclusive.
All-Adults.
All Amazing.
Bungalows Key Largo
By Ronda M. Parag
Ready to trade your to-do list for turquoise water and tropical drinks? Just a 6-hour drive from Tampa—or...
TOP 12 DAZZLING TAMPA BAY ROOFTOP LOUNGES THAT WE LOVE
Elevated Indulgence.
12 Luxe Rooftop Lounges
Serving Tampa Bay With Great
Views, Vibes, Food & Drink.
By Evan Parag
When the sun slips behind the Gulf and paints the...
METRO LIFESTYLE: MY WEEKEND POWER TRIP IN TAMPA BAY
My Weekend Power Trip
The Audi Q6 e-tron Quattro
By Stephen P. Parag, II
As you step into the Audi Q6 e-tron Quattro, surrounded by stunning flat...
TAMPA BAY METRO GETAWAY: Finding Mountain Magic in West Virginia
Mountain Charm
Discovering The Unexpected
In West Virginia
By Ronda M. Parag
When I received an invitation to visit West Virginia, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect....
GETAWAY: A JOURNEY THROUGH JAPAN’S CULTURE, FOOD, AND TIMELESS BEAUTY
Exploring Japan
From Tokyo to Nagano
By Evan Parag | Photography by Evan Parag
Is there ever a perfect time to do something? When it comes to...
METRO GETAWAY: Discover Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
A Tropical Escape
at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve
By Stephen P. Parag, II
Nestled between the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and the lush foothills of El Yunque Rainforest,...
METROLife Biz: Cathy Angel — Boxed by an Angel
Battle Boxes with Cathy Angel
Owner and Founder of
Boxed by an Angel
Trying times call for implementation of spirit lifting tactics. That is the exact business...
Sizzlin’ Swimsuit Style Options For Every ‘Fun In The Sun’ Location
“In the tapestry of seasons, summer weaves the threads of joy and adventure.”
—Luna Brightwater
Lush landscapes, salty air and blue skies surround us as we...
GETAWAYS: Escape to Paradise — Unveiling Mexico’s Premier Caribbean Resorts
A Tri-fecta of Sandos Hotels & Resorts
Discover the diverse allure of Sandos Hotels & Resorts, where I recently traveled to three all-inclusive havens catering...
ON THE WATER: Margaritaville at Sea Islander Preview
Preview Sailing Voyage Aboard
The Margaritaville at Sea Islander
Fun in the sun, where it’s always 5 o’clock aboard the newly renovated Margaritaville at Sea Islander....
Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon in St. Petersburg
Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon
The Lionheart Movie Debuts on HBO and MAX
It was a great way to kick off the INDYCAR Series season in...
METRO GETAWAY: MSC MERAVIGLIA — A SHIP FOR ALL SEASONS
A Ship For all Seasons. Cruising New England and Canada Aboard MSC Meraviglia.
By Ronda M. Parag
It’s a great way to explore Canada and New...
Family-Friendly Florida Road Trips
METRO takes a look at three family-friendly places in Florida that are an easy drive or quick flight away: Sarasota, St. Augustine and Key...
Weekender: Bring on the Sun & Fun at the W Fort Lauderdale
W Fort Lauderdale
It may only be a four hour drive or a quick 45 minute plane ride, but the east coast of Florida is...
METROStyle: Cool Looks for Summer
Stay chill and fresh from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. With pops of pink, METRO has some must-haves...
Father’s Day: 3 Local Chefs & Fathers Share Experiences
Three local legends in the Tampa food scene have more in common than what meets the eye. Apart from orchestrating excellence in the culinary...
METRO Style: A Colorful Look At The 2023 Spring Fashion Trends
Like a splash across the sky, Spring 2023 arrives on the runway with colors that are painted by an artistic hand. Wild brush strokes...
METROGuide Getaways: Charlotte, North Carolina
Discover the Queen’s City
Charlotte, North Carolina
Everyone knows in Florida that you have to go North to experience the South. I had the opportunity to...
METRO family: What about my picky eater?
“I don’t like that?” “I don’t want to eat that.” For parents and caregivers, the struggle of dealing with a picky eater is real.
If...
Cool Style Trends For A Hot Tampa Bay
Whether you are planning a summer staycation or finally going on that getaway, we’ve found some bright and colorful essentials for those hot days of summer...
Spring Style Trends in Tampa Bay
METRO Spots Some Stylish Local Trends for Spring
Fashion is easy going this spring with new trends including maxi dresses, mini skirts, stripes, chromatic coloring,...
