My mil has a house just north of Tampa in Clearview when we visit there, we take advantage of the ocean and the beaches. We also save our shopping for there, except the Orlando outlets which we usually hit on our way up to Tampa. We haven't done Bush Gardens yet but we keep planning on it for each vacations. We have seen the aquarium and it is very good. Bascially this is our time to relax and enjoy family after the fun and excitment of WDW.
Allison