Huge Demand Pushes Name The Tampa Airport Flamingo Contest

Huge Demand Pushes Name The Tampa Airport Flamingo Contest. I know. I know. I'm mad too. I came up with the BEST name! I need those free flights too.  The popular 21 foot Flamingo at Tampa International Airport needs a name. The held a contest and "said" they would have the final 3 names last weekend. Then, not so much. Still time to enter your name at NameTheFlamingo.com.

The airport folks said, “The panel was tasked with thoroughly reviewing tens of thousands of names and choosing the three most deserving options for public voting,” and then said, “With so many creative entries and compelling reasons from contest participants, Airport officials have decided to extend the judging period.” So they had over 65,000 entries? What? Now they say the final 3 names will be announced "later this month." What the heck is that? I can't keep my wining airport flamingo name a secret that long! Source NewsChannel8

It's beginning to look like Christmas at Busch Gardens. Time to celebrate the best time of the year at Tampa's favorite theme park. We had a preview of everything Christmas Town had to offer. From holiday inspired culinary delights, to festive shows, here's our preview of Christmas Town at Busch Gardens.

As we waited for the village doors to open at 4p.m. we took a ride on Iron Gwazi, and planned out all of the stops we must see at Christmas Town. It's definitely worth getting the sampler pass, you'll save tons of money on food and beverages. It's even redeemable for the souvenir hot chocolate cup! It's also a good idea to have your shopping list planned out. There are plenty of goodies that make great gifts at shops in the village and at Xcursions. For more information on Christmas Town at Busch Gardens, like show times, firework dates and more, click here.

You MUST try the marshmallow chocolate whiskey!

Take a ride on the Holly Jolly express.