My take
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2/28/2007
I lived in the Tampa area for about 2 years and loved it. I think there are come issues with the heat, bugs/snakes... but that is FLorida. I have been back a few times and the traffic is still bad, but I would move back due to the fact that is was fun. You have many options to keep you busy from Golf, concerts, casinos, Beaches, Nightlife, Sports...
If you can not find something to do in Tampa, it is your fault.
The schools were not that great, all though we did live in a good district.
The only bad thing that would make me hesitate about going back is what you pay for home owners insurance... we were due to pay @ 3k the year we relocated and I am sure it is higher now.
Mr X | Jacksonville, FL