Yes you do take the tram and there are signs that help lead the way too
You take a short tram back to the main lobby and then go downstairs.
Yes follow the signs to the baggage claim it will take you to the tram easy peasy
A tram will take you from the gate to the terminal. The baggage pickup is on the first level. There is a very long escalator and an elevator at one end of the baggage claim area which will bring you to the car rental facility.
Yes, in and out.
Yes I did when I landed. You take one when you depart also.
I'm not sure sorry. this was the 1st time I've used Tampa and I was flying out
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