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The Arts Al Fresco in Florida
The wonderful weather that is signature to Florida makes outdoor events possible all year long.
Tags: art, art_and_culture, festival, events, Winter_Park, music, Pensacola, Jacksonville, Miami, Bonita_Springs, Mount_Dora, Clearwater, Ocala, St_Petersburg,
Florida Wineries
What, you didn't know that Florida had wineries? The Sunshine States is home to several noteworthy wineries. Make plans to stop at one for a tasting during your next trip.
Tags: been_there_havent_done_that, dining, DeFuniak_Springs, St_Petersburg, Clearwater, Mount_Dora, Bradenton, St_Augustine, Homestead, Panama_City_Beach, Tarpon_Springs, Monticello, food_and_wine,
The Townsend House in Clermont Serves as a Museum
The Townsend house was moved to its present location, restored and now serves as a museum featuring artifacts and history of early settlers and residents.
Tags: African_American, history, historical_sites, Mount_Dora,
Central Florida Overview
A vivid contrast to the hustle and bustle of the state’s larger cities, Central Florida is home to small, quaint towns including Mount Dora, Arcadia and Dunnellon, perfect for lazy evening strolls and shopping excursions.
Tags: Arcadia, Bartow, Dunnellon, Lake_Buena_Vista, Lakeland, Mount_Dora, Ocala, Orlando, Oviedo, Sanford, Sebring, Winter_Haven, Winter_Park,
Florida Shopping, Nightlife and Luxury
When I want to become part of the entertainment, I often check out Miami’s Studio, the biggest karaoke club in the world with more than 22,000 songs in 20 languages.
Tags: shopping, nightlife, music, hotels, Daytona_Beach, Tampa, Panama_City, Miami, antiques, Lakeland, Mount_Dora, St_Petersburg, Naples, South_Beach, Sarasota, luxury,
Florida's Grand Dames
The 1920s ushered in the golden years. Stocks were high, dresses were short and Florida grew some of its most regal hotels.
Tags: hotels, resorts, history, historical_sites, Mount_Dora, St_Augustine, Clearwater, Palm_Beach, Apalachicola, Sebring, Key_West, Lakeland, Jacksonville, Tampa, Coral_Gables, Delray_Beach, Boca_Raton, Clewiston, St_Pete_Beach,
Something Old, Something New
Along with impressive museums, the St. Petersburg area has enough galleries and openings to fill your social calendar from January to December.
Tags: Dade_City, Delray_Beach, Mount_Dora, Orlando, Quincy, antiques, shopping,
Executive Escapes
Later that evening, Gatsby-esque murals and saltwater aquariums, along with our three waiters - Birk, Ben and Don - greeted Meghan and I at The Maritana Grille.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Boca_Raton, Coral_Gables, Islamorada, Key_West, Longboat_Key, Marathon, Miami, Miami_Beach, Mount_Dora, Palm_Beach, Steinhatchee, West_Palm_Beach, spas, resorts, beaches, luxury, dining,
Music to Our Ears
All around the state, musical organizations recognize the need to build audiences.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Clearwater, Cocoa_Beach, Fort_Lauderdale, Fort_Myers, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Key_West, Lake_Wales, Lakeland, Miami, Miami_Beach, Mount_Dora, Naples, Ocala, Orlando, Palm_Beach, Pensacola, Sarasota, Tallahassee, Tampa, music, St_Petersburg, Melbourne,
Winter Park, Mount Dora and DeLand
In typical New England fashion, the opulent residences of Winter Park are often secluded and hidden from public view. However, a scenic boat tour offers views of various mansions from the lakes and canals of the gracious and historic city of Winter Park.
Tags: DeLand, Mount_Dora, Orlando, Winter_Park, shopping, antiques, museums, art, parks, historic_districts, historical_sites,
City Profile: Mount Dora
Specialty shops and boutiques are plentiful in the downtown area, and border the famous Renninger's Florida Twin Markets, a flea market with a vast assortment of antiques and collectibles.
Tags: Mount_Dora, downtowns_and_small_towns,
Antiques Road Show
Nothing has prepared us for the beauty of the oldest inland town in Florida. Its main thoroughfare, Cholokka Blvd. is a picture-postcard setting of old buildings (many on the National Historic Register) framed by massive old live oaks dripping with Spanish moss.
Tags: Gainesville, Micanopy, Mount_Dora, Quincy, St_Petersburg, antiques, bed_and_breakfasts, shopping, art_and_culture,
Orlando/Kissimmee Area
The propensity for over-the-top entertainment has infected the environs with a love for fun, faux, goofy and imagination.
Tags: Eatonville, Kissimmee, Lake_Buena_Vista, Mount_Dora, Orlando, Sanford, Winter_Park, theme_parks,
15 Ways to Lure Your Lover
Mimosas, smoked salmon, caviar, Belgian waffles and fresh strawberries. Eggs Benedict, tender prime rib, rich pastas and artful salads, decadent tarts, soufflés and chocolate rum cakes. Shall I go on?
Tags: Captiva_Island, Daytona_Beach, Delray_Beach, Gainesville, High_Springs, Homestead, Lake_Wales, Miami, Mount_Dora, Palm_Beach, Quincy, South_Beach, Tampa, Tarpon_Springs, romance, Beaches_of_South_Walton, bed_and_breakfasts, resorts,
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