Nonstop fun: Five destination ideas for a spring trip

While many flock to Tampa Bay to warm up and thaw out during the spring, locals are often looking for a change of scenery (and a reprieve from the often-heavy spring break traffic). If you’ve been thinking about booking a spring getaway, here are five ideal destinations with nonstop flights available from Tampa International Airport.

Amsterdam, the Netherlands: Go big or go home! With Delta offering daily nonstop flights from TPA to Amsterdam, all you need to do is pick which day of the week you’re flying and go. The Venice of the North awaits you. While famous for its canals, Amsterdam is also known for its tulip season. Beginning in late March and lasting until mid-May, row after row of colorful flowers will greet and delight you. Stay for a few days, soak up the beauty and be sure to grab photos to make your friends jealous. For a more in-depth Amsterdam travel guide, see our recent travelogue here.

Seattle, Washington: The slopes are calling and you should go! While many know Seattle for its iconic fish market and coffee scene, numerous mountain slopes in the Cascade Range are within easy reach. Stevens Pass, only a 90-minute drive from downtown Seattle, offers both daytime and nighttime downhill action. Or head southeast from Seattle and spend the day closer to Mount Rainier at Crystal Mountain Resort, where nearly 60 downhill runs and more than 100 acres of skiable area await! Delta and Alaska offer nonstop flights from TPA to SEA, so plan your next adventure to Washington state today.

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands: If a warm stay a bit closer to home sounds more your speed, consider a quick hop down to the Cayman Islands aboard Cayman Airways. TPA has near-daily nonstop flights to Grand Cayman, the largest of the Cayman Islands. Sunny beaches lined with beautiful resorts await. From scuba diving to snorkeling to golfing and more, you’ll find plenty of things to do when you’re on Cayman Island time. For more inspiration, click here to check out our Cayman Islands travelogue.

Salt Lake City, Utah: Mountain time on the mind! Consider hopping on either Southwest or Delta’s nonstop flights from TPA to Salt Lake City to enjoy some crisp mountain air. Similar to Seattle, Salt Lake City also has several nearby mountain resorts including Brighton, Deer Valley, Snowbird and Sundance. If a slower pace is more your speed, cozy up in a mountain resort or find time to wander along Park City’s famed Main Street. Options for endless fun in and around Salt Lake City abound, so book your next trip now.

Charleston, South Carolina: A city filled with southern charm and delicious eats is a short flight away from TPA aboard Breeze Airways. As the gardens and flowers begin to bloom in South Carolina, so do guided tours of Charleston's notable homes and gardens. The Charleston Festival hosts several tours in the spring that are sure to please travelers interested in history with a side of flora. Find your way to one of the many rooftop bars around town or soak up some sunshine at one of the many nearby beaches. 

Ready for an adventure? Your spring trip from TPA awaits! For more travel inspiration, head over to TPA's nonstop destinations page for a full list of the over 100 destinations that are just one flight away from Tampa Bay.