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Small Attractions Offer Great Vacation Opportunities

Posted on August 1, 2011 by john

A recent article in the Orlando Sentinel called attention to the wonderful variety of attractions in the Orlando area that are upgrading or expanding. These include Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Gatorland, Fantasy of Flight, Dinosaur World, Florida EcoSafaris, … Continue reading →

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Off the Beaten Path – Solomon’s Castle

Posted on July 26, 2011 by john

Solomon’s Castle, the whimsical home of artist and sculptor Howard Solomon, will be one of the most unusual places you have ever visited. Located in Ona – a little over an hour’s ride from Davenport – the grounds include a … Continue reading →

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A Shopping Guide for Orlando & Central Florida

Posted on July 25, 2011 by john

Shopping opportunities in the Orlando area are almost unlimited. The Orlando Sentinel recently offered a guide with lots of information at: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/destinations/southflorida/orl-travel-florida-shopping-orlando-profile,0,1997955,full.story

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Conserving Florida’s Natural Beauty

Posted on July 25, 2011 by john

The Disney Wilderness Preserve is 12,000 acres on the shores of Lake Russell with a variety of trails free to the public. Hundreds of wildlife species make their home in this little-known getaway that is run by The Nature Conservancy, … Continue reading →

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