Florida: The Sunshine State of Bowl Games (Where You Won't Freeze Your Tail Off!)
Ah, Florida. Land of beaches, theme parks, and... surprisingly good college football? That's right, folks! While California might have the Rose Bowl and Texas has its Cotton Bowl, Florida boasts a whole smorgasbord of postseason pigskin throwdowns. We're talking enough bowl games to make your head spin (almost as fast as a scrambling quarterback).
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| What Bowl Games Are In Florida |
But Seriously, How Many Bowls Are We Talking About?
Eight. Yes, eight! That's right, Florida is like the Disney World of bowl games, with enough action to keep you entertained from New Year's Eve hangovers all the way through to the bittersweet end of the college football season.
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Here's a quick rundown of the Sunshine State's gridiron glory:
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- Cheez-It Citrus Bowl (Orlando): Because let's face it, who doesn't love a good cheesy snack while watching college kids battle it out on the field?
- Capital One Orange Bowl (Miami): Fancy name, fancy location. This bowl game is practically a celebrity sighting in itself.
- Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl (Tampa): Because apparently pirates also loved a good ol' football game (or at least they do now, thanks to sponsors).
- TaxSlayer Gator Bowl (Jacksonville): No gators were harmed in the making of this bowl game (probably).
- Bad Boy Mowers Gasparilla Bowl of Champions (Boca Raton): Yes, that's a real name. And yes, it probably involves a lot of lawnmower enthusiasts.
- Bahamas Bowl (Orlando): Because who wouldn't want a post-season beach trip after a hard-fought bowl victory?
- Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman (Annapolis, Maryland): Okay, this one isn't technically in Florida, but hey, it's close enough, right?
So You Want to Catch a Florida Bowl Game?
Excellent decision! Here are a few things to keep in mind:
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- Tickets typically go on sale in the fall, so keep an eye out on the bowl games' websites.
- Book your hotel early! Florida fills up fast during bowl season, especially in popular tourist destinations like Orlando and Miami.
- Pack for the weather. While you won't need a parka, Florida can get surprisingly chilly in December, especially at night. Layers are your friend!
- Brush up on your "Gator Chomp" (if attending the Gator Bowl). It's practically a social faux pas not to participate.
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- How to get tickets to a Florida bowl game? Check the bowl game's website directly for ticketing information.
- How to find a hotel for a Florida bowl game? Popular booking sites like [Travelocity] or [Expedia] will have options, or you can check the host city's tourism website.
- How to find out what the weather will be like for a Florida bowl game? A quick Google search with the location and date should do the trick.
- How to learn the "Gator Chomp"? There are plenty of instructional videos online (trust us, you'll need them).
- How to avoid sunburn at a Florida bowl game? Sunscreen is your best friend! Reapply often, especially if you're spending a lot of time outdoors.
So there you have it! Florida bowl games: sunshine, football, and maybe even some lawnmowers. What more could you ask for?
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