Oops indeed Clare, Tampa Bay IS on the west coast! I'm a bit geographically challenged and relying on info from hubby who is obviously just as bad as me!! [msnembarrased]

Anyway, thanks for the information to everyone who replied. We've got a few choices to make about where our excursions are to be to. I think that visiting the Keys is out for this trip as it will be too far. I really would like to see Anna Maria Island after reading the recommendations from forum members.

After spending the last couple of visits to Orlando spending some time at the Theme Parks we're looking for a bit of a change this time and trying to explore more of the area.

Diane.