The Wandering Disciple

Located adjacent to Channelside in downtown Tampa, the Tampa Bay History Center gives a look into Tampa’s past. From early days in agriculture and cigars to modern day sports, it can all be seen in the exhibits of one of the regions newest museums. (Photo: May 9, 2010)

Shells, craft, clothing and more can be found at the Cococay Straw Market. The market is located by the docks of Royal Caribbean’s private island resort, Cococay. (Photo: April 22, 2013)

Boats dock along the marina at Atlantis Paradise Island. Located in the Bahamas, Atlantis is a lush resort surrounded by aquatic adventures. (Photo: April 21, 2010)

Southwest Airlines “California One” arrives at Tampa International Airport. Entered into service in 1995, “California One” is one of a series of several specially painted Boeing 737's that are painted to pay tribute to states or causes. (Photo: July 27, 2013)

The downtown Tampa skyline rises over the Hillsborough River as seen from the University Tampa campus. (Photo: July 27, 2013)

A beacon of light guiding ships into Nassau, the Paradise Island Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in the Bahamas. The lighthouse was built in 1817 and is not only the oldest in the Bahamas, it is also the oldest surviving lighthouse in the West Indies. (Photo: April 21, 2010)

A popular attraction in Key West, the Conch Train takes riders on a two hour tour of the Southernmost City. (Photo: April 20, 2010)