Florida Guide - Days Out - Page 1

Daytona Beach - Alternative day out
When looking for a day out away from the hustle and bustle of Disney why not look towards the Florida coastline to get away from it all. The East coast of Florida is around 1 hour from Orlando and is within easy reach due to the excellent freeways th...
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Fascinating Canaveral.
It was the invading Spaniards who gave it the name of Canareal which later evolved into Canaveral. Canareal means a place where cane is being grown. Very literal as most place names are. In fact it makes a pleasant diversion to research p...
Viewed 67 times since 31 December 2011.

Iceplorations at Busch.
Those of you visiting the Orlando area in 2012 have a sparkling new show to look forward to at Busch Gardens. Iceplorations is the name to look for and it will be located in Moroccan Palace. Indeed, building is underway as I write. ...
Viewed 205 times since 24 September 2011.

Boggy Creek Air Boat Rides
Most people who have travelled or travelling to Florida will have heard of The Everglades and the fantastic Airboat Rides on offer to go and see some of Florida’s best wildlife. Well if you can’t travel south to the Everglades don’t despair...
Viewed 342 times since 11 August 2011.

Summer events at Bok.
Are you in Florida during the summer months? Yes? well then I have some exciting news about Bok Gardens. Bok is ALWAYS worth going visiting but during july and august they have some free activities so it is a good idea to diary those that...
Viewed 234 times since 13 July 2011.

Sarasota – a grand day out
After all the hurly burly rush of going from theme park to theme park, what could be nicer or more relaxing than a day or two on a sun kissed beach. My recommendation for this delight would be Sarasota. Sarasota is about an hour and a hal...
Viewed 422 times since 12 February 2011.

Scenic boat tour Winter Park
Close to the attractions is the suburb of Winter Park, a little known town with its own scenic boat tour. Located on Lake Osceola, this is ideal for a quiet, inexpensive day out, or a leisurely alternative for those who want a day of from the thrill ...
Viewed 608 times since 8 February 2011.

Things to Do at St Petersburg
If you ever get the opportunity do try to visit the town of St. Petersburg which is on the opposite coast to St Petersburg beach. Here you will find a variety of historic buildings, museums, and other sightseeing opportunities. A good way...
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See the alligators – without going all the way to the Everglades
If you would like to see alligators in their own habitat then a trip to the Everglades is well worth while. The trouble is they are about 300 miles away from Orlando. So what is the alternative? Go for a day trip to Gatorland Zoo right in the heart o...
Viewed 568 times since 2 February 2011.

Passe-a-Grille Beach, St Petes
One of our favourite places to visit in Florida is Passe-a-Grille beach at St Petersburg. We take a drive over and spend the day there where they have being laid back down to an art. It is worth waiting for the spectacular sunset, so make sure you ha...
Viewed 585 times since 31 December 2010.

A day out in Titusville
American Police Hall of Fame and Museum is situated in Titusville on Florida' s Atlantic coast. If you have ever been to see a rocket launch, you may well have been to Titusville since there is an ideal viewing site on Titusville Beach. Here ...
Viewed 716 times since 28 October 2010.

Bok Sanctuary
Now, Historic Bok Sanctuary was hardly on our radar for a visit. It had always conjured up thoughts of somewhere serene, with spiritual or religious connotations that didn’t really fit, or appeal as part of a fun holiday around the Orlando metropolit...
Viewed 627 times since 16 October 2010.

Andretti Thrill Park
The Andretti Thrill Park is a real boys day out and a good opportunity for the girls to go shopping while their menfolk are looking the other way! ! ! Take the credit cards, girls! There are several Go Kart courses to choose from: Supe...
Viewed 1006 times since 23 July 2010.

A days sightseeing in Tarpon Springs
If you fancy a little flavour of Greece during your Florida holiday then head off to Tarpon Springs. Greek people were brought to Tarpon Springs to dive for sponges in the heyday of that industry. Today, Tarpon Springs has more Greek/ American reside...
Viewed 753 times since 8 July 2010.

Lowery Park
A day at the zoo is always the perfect family day out and Parents magazine has just voted Lowery Park Zoo the number one in America. This zoo is located in Tampa; an easy drive from your holiday villa. They have just completed Ituri Forest an...
Viewed 695 times since 19 June 2010.

The Mote Aquarium.
The Mote aquarium is loceted in Sarasota on the Gulf Coast of Florida. This is a good place for anyone who really wants to learn about sea life and there are more than 100 different varieties of marine life. Here there are interactive...
Viewed 584 times since 19 June 2010.

Kennedy Space Centre, Florida
No trip to Florida should end without a visit to the Kennedy Space Center. When you are so close it would be criminal not to visit the most historic place in America – from where all the space missions leave. It is situated about one hours drive from...
Viewed 811 times since 1 May 2010.

Beaches of Florida - Daytona
Daytona Beach – A great day out Daytona Beach is one of Florida’s most popular east coast beaches and spans approximately 23 miles along the eastern coast of Florida. It is simply a must if you want to experience a totally different style bea...
Viewed 857 times since 1 May 2010.

Jungle Adventures
Jungle Adventures Nature Park is located 17 miles east of Orlando in East Colonial Drive. This is a zoo that reflects the natural flora and fauna of Florida and makes a lovely day out, partcularly for regular visitors to Florida who are looki...
Viewed 828 times since 12 April 2010.

Pirate Ship and Wave Runner at Madeira Beach
Madeira Beach is about an hour and a half from your Theme Park area vacation villa and there are 2 fun activities to do here. The pirate ship sails from Madeira Beach on the Gulf Coast side of Florida. This is a fun family outing in a recreat...
Viewed 1243 times since 30 March 2010.

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