A Florida vacation is on the wish list for many families. Whether you're looking to just escape it all, spend time at Disney World enjoying the exciting theme parks, have fun on our white sandy Florida beaches, go horseback riding or just find a romantic getaway. Florida offers a nice variety of options for every lifestyle and budget.
Experience the joy of Riding the Beach on your favorite steed..
In most southern states, horseback riding on the beaches is either uncommon or not allowed. An ideal activity for couples or families, the panoramic views experienced along these Atlantic coast tours create a perfect backdrop for those vacation photos.
The island's only working ranch is also the only state-endorsed horse ranch located on a Florida beach in the entire state. This one-hour guided tour takes visitors on a journey to experience the romanticism, beauty and sheer tranquility of an eco-tour by horseback.
All rides include a brief riding orientation and guides are readily available should participants need assistance during the ride. If you meet the necessary age (13 and over), the only additional requirement is that participants are in good physical condition to be able to mount and dismount the horse and to ride for five miles at a walk/trot.
Reservations are required. For more information: (904) 491-5166
Take a personalized ride, with one to three additional riders, to explore the panoramic views offered on Amelia Island.
Debbie Manser is passionate about her horses and customizes each ride to the participant's ability, ensuring the safety of both the rider and the horse. Manser offers the opportunity to experience a freestyle ride on a Florida beach, English or Western saddle, and allows riders to trot and canter depending on their ability.
Reservations are necessary and most of Amelia Island's accommodation establishments are happy to make horseback riding arrangements on your behalf. The ride begins at Peters Point Beach Front Park on Fernandina Beach. For more information: (904) 277-7047
Hutchinson Island is another of the few places that allows horses on a Florida beach and St. Lucie County's best-known asset is its spectacularly beautiful barrier islands, boasting 21 miles of bleached white Florida beaches edging a cobalt-blue ocean and lined with sabal palms.
The St. Lucie County's Parks and Recreation Department hosts horseback riding trips on the first, second and fourth Sunday of each month for visitors to experience the beautiful surroundings by horseback.
The 90-minute trips begin at Frederick Douglass Memorial Park on South Hutchinson Island. Five trips are available and riders must be at least 10 years old.
Reservations are required. For more information: (772) 489-4386
Great Hide-A-Ways:
Every memorable vacation should have an extraordinary backdrop - and these destinations certainly offer visitors panoramic views! While exploring these locales, find the quixotic hidden nooks that make them so special. From candlelit restaurants to the secluded Florida beach fronts, visitors are encouraged to discover for themselves why these places are considered some of the best hide-a-way destinations!
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Key West - The ardent sunsets, generous foliage and seemingly endless seas of Key West beckon to those seeking an island escape. Emerald-green lagoons, deep-blue seas, nodding palms, rustling pines and olive-green mangroves, dominate vistas of the Florida Keys. The city is embedded with historic gingerbread mansions and a laid-back casual ambiance - there is no "rush" in Key West.
Take in a sunset during the city's nightly sunset celebration, get lost in a "secret garden" or simply kick off your sandals and savor some alone time while staying at one of the area's many beachfront cottages or private villas. Dining in Key West offers rich diversity. Seafood is abundant, with couples enjoying melt-in-your mouth cuisine available at five-star ocean-edge eateries or casual beach front cafes. For more information: 800-275-5397
Within minutes of Fort Lauderdale and Miami, the ultra-chic, tropical community of Bal Harbour Village is an oasis of pampering, privilege and palm trees. A great spot for catching a glimpse of celebrities and jet-setters, it's common to see couples such as Will Smith and his wife Jada Pinkett-Smith or Janet Jackson and Jermaine Dupri strolling arm-in-arm along the area's perfectly manicured lawns.
Albeit small, the neighborhood of Bal Harbour is ideal if seclusion is important to you. Visitors can shop at the world-famous Bal Harbour Shops, featuring the "who's who" of the fashion industry, or they can dine on sumptuous fare served in the area's more than one dozen restaurants. For a home-away-from-home experience in Bal Harbour village, couples can choose from two oceanfront resorts, the Sheraton and the Sea View, both located beachfront.
Kick back. Relax. Fall asleep in a hammock to the rhythm of the Sanibel island breezes. Indulge in a sunset cocktail. Count the dolphins. Escape to a deserted island. Rent a kayak. Book a romantic dinner cruise. Browse charming boutiques and galleries. Walk on shell-covered Florida beaches. Sleep late. It doesn't get any better (or more romantic) than Sanibel.
Sanibel Island is secluded, secretive and emits a romantic atmosphere. Fall asleep on an uninhabited island, watch the sunrise, take a beach stroll, enjoy a wine-tasting tour or hold your lover's hand during a moonlit walk...
Anything is possible!
Accommodations range from beachfront cottages to resorts that cater to your every possible whim.
For more information: 800-237-6444
All of the senses are engaged here; the wonderful aroma of night-blooming jasmine as couples stroll along the trendy avenue's of historic downtown, the full moon shining over the shimmering ocean, the silky tart taste of a citron martini, and the sound of the sea in your ears. Palm Beach County is the quintessential destination.
Highlighted by a variety of Florida attractions that few destinations can offer, Palm Beach County is home to world-class golf courses, cultural events that are second-to-none and the trendiest districts found in Florida.
Whether enjoying the unique shopping, a dazzling cabaret night show or the area's culinary delights, couples can find everything for every taste and budget to make their getaway spectacular.
Famous for its impressive roster of resorts, Palm Beach County offers visitors a wide selection of five-star oceanfront mansions, impressive boutique Florida hotels and quaint and romantic bed and breakfasts.
Lake County is as peaceful as a hammock in the breeze. It's a destination where vacationers come to relax, unwind and forget about deadlines and what's for dinner.
Known for its wide open spaces, the county's boundaries are home to more than 1,000 pristine lakes, conservation areas, Florida state parks, wildlife preserves and nature trails. It's simply a few quiet towns scattered among Florida's rolling hills. Lake County offers lots of hometown charm and service with a smile. Things here are still done the old-fashioned way.
The city of Mount Dora, with its New England charm, provides couples with the enjoyment of treasure hunting in antique-filled historic shops, savoring
a meal in one of the area's fine dining establishments, or enjoying a breathtaking view of Lake Dora together. The city remains as vibrant at night with poetry readings at coffee-houses, live music at local pubs and shows at art galleries.
Offering home-cooked meals, fresh flowers and nightly cocktails, many of the area's bed and breakfast inns are the perfect romantic getaway choice. Most of these inns do not have telephones or televisions, making them the perfect places for couples to be alone without distractions.
The north Florida award-winning locale of Seaside presents an unpretentious, uncomplicated and breathtakingly beautiful setting for seaside getaways.
Located along scenic Highway 30-A in Walton County, this 80-acre Florida beach town boasts of its distinctive neighborhoods and peaceful ambiance. It's a community where couples hold hands and window shop or relax on a porch swing and reconnect with each other....
Overlooking a half-mile of sugar white Florida beaches and the emerald-green water of the Gulf of Mexico, visitors can stroll to a variety of unique, one-of-a-kind shops, galleries and restaurants or just sit and enjoy an outdoor concert, wine festival or special occasion.
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Immerse yourself into a sea of adventure. Swim with the dolphins and experience their playfulness in the lagoons. Snorkel
among thousands of rays and colorful exotic fish. Explore the splendor of coral reefs and grotto's. Touch, feed and interact with a rainbow of tropical birds.
A day at Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida is a one-of-a-kind tropical experience. Explore at your own pace and relax on the pristine beaches anytime you feel like kicking back and enjoying the fantasy of this one day adventure. Discovery Cove provides a mask and snorkel, towels and beach chairs. Guests may use their own masks and snorkels if they prefer, but may not bring any other diving or swimming equipment into the park. Since a meal is provided with admission to
Discovery Cove, no other food, beverages or coolers are permitted. Guests may wish to bring books and magazines, a CD or tape player with headset or similar items to help them relax on he beach, and a camera to catch those special moments. Private cabanas are also available for rent and are tucked within lush landscape. Table, chairs, chaise lounges and rolled towels are included. You deserve a day at Discovery Cove which was recently named Number 3 in the list of the Top 10 Attractions in the US by TripAdvisor.com.
Orlando's Discovery Cove, located next to Seaworld Adventure Park is not so much a theme park as it is a
"Tropical paradise." The combined lush environments of Discover Cove with its incredible animal encounters is enough to make anyone believe that they've been magically transported to a remote tropical island for the day.
Discovery Cove is all inclusive…that means everything is included. Once you’ve paid your entrance fee…that’s it…no more to pay.
Discovery Cove provides all guests with swim vests and/or wetsuits, a mask and snorkel, towels and beach chairs. They will also provide you with a sample of a specially formulated sunscreen that is safe for use in the animal habitats.
You should bring your own swimsuits (some people forget believe it or not), and, if you choose, water socks or rubber pool shoes. Don’t forget a hat, sunglasses, cover-up and dry clothes.
Find out when stingray feeding times are when you arrive…it’s a lot of fun!
Make sure you “Come Hungry”… remember the day is all inclusive and you can eat and drink as much as you like. Have breakfast at the park when you arrive!
Do not wear jewelry; it’s for the safety of the animals.
Make the day even more special: Ask about a private cabana…it’s an exclusive way to spend the day.
Join us and get involved in an experience you won't soon forget!
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Parker Manor Resort
727-446-6562
The Parker Manor Resort
1 & 2 BR apartments - Superior Small Lodging
The Parker Manor is situated in a prime position. It is just a few minutes walk to the white, sandy beaches. The area in and around Clearwater Beach has much to offer everyone, whether you want to lounge in a beachside bar, go parasailing, jet skiing, deep sea fishing, dolphin watching or cruise on a pirate ship.
Parker Manor offers a large heated pool and cozy spa pool, pool table and shuffle board, tiki huts, fishing piers, guest laundry rooms, barbecue grills, hi speed WIFI and more. All units have full kitchens. Deluxe 2 BR / 2 BA units available. Must see pictures of our property! Family-owned and operated.
For reservations please phone, fax or email us with your vacation dates and choice of accommodations. You will receive a quick response...
A Florida vacation is on the wish list for many families. Whether you're looking to just escape it all, spend time at Disney World enjoying the exciting theme parks, have fun on our white sandy Florida beaches, go horseback riding or just find a romantic getaway. Florida offers a nice variety of options for every lifestyle and budget. 
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