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  • The Well’s Built Museum of African American History

    This small historical museum in an erstwhile hotel that once welcomed such esteemed guests as Ella Fitzgerald and Ray Charles, houses a well-edited collection of memorabilia from Orlando’s African-American community as well as Civil Rights movement displays. (09/2011)

    511 W South St
    407-245-7535
    pastinc.org

  • Scenic Boat Tour

    Board an 18-passenger pontoon boat for a scenic cruise through the Winter Park Chain of Lakes. During the hour-long tour, you’ll see the town’s gorgeous homes, Mediterranean-style Rollins College and wildlife like alligators, turtles and wading birds. (09/2011)

    312 E Morse Blvd; Winter Park
    407- 644-4056
    scenicboattours.com

  • Fantasy Surf

    Catch an indoor wave at this Kissimmee aquatic attraction that uses the FlowRider system to give surfers the feeling of riding on an endless wave. Anyone who loves surfing, snowboarding or wakeboarding will get a kick out of it. (09/2011)

    5151 Kyngs Heath Rd, Kissimmee
    407-396-7433
    ultimateindoorwave.com

  • Sebastian Inlet State Park

    Autumn in Florida is prime time for watching surfers ride the waves at Sebastian Inlet State Park, one of the state’s most famous breaks. It's also one of the best saltwater fishing spots on Florida's east coast, known to be a great spot for catching snook, redfish, bluefish, and Spanish mackerel. (09/2011)

    9700 S. Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach
    321-984-4852
    floridastat...astianinlet



  • Orlando Wetlands Park

    Pack a picnic and grill out in the pavilions at this pretty park east of Orlando where boardwalks stretch into the wetlands. You might spot alligators, gopher turtles, snapping turtles, ospreys or ibises in the green, green surrounds. (08/2011)

    25155 Wheeler Rd, Christmas
    407- 568-1706
    cityoforlando.net

  • Lakeridge Winery

    It’s no Napa Valley—but it’s not every day you get to see wine produced in the nation’s swampiest state. (Florida even grows a “swamp grape.”) This 127-acre estate west of Orlando in surprisingly hilly surrounds has complimentary tours and tastings daily. (08/2011)

    19239 US Highway 27 N, Clermont
    352-394-8627
    lakeridgewinery.com

  • Florida Cultural Tours

    Book one of these exciting tours to learn more about the city’s African-American history, ogle homes of the rich and famous during the Gardens and Lakes Tour, or customize your own. There’s even a Dinearound Tour, during which you bus around for a multicourse dinner at some of the area’s top restaurants. (08/2011)

    floridaculturaltours.com
    407-504-4405

  • Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida

    This powerful museum houses a permanent collection of photographs, artifacts and artwork introducing major themes of the Holocaust without displaying graphic images of Nazi brutality. Still, a visit is likely to be as emotional as it is educational. (06/2011)

    851 N Maitland Ave
    407-628-0555
    holocaustedu.org



  • Airboat Rides at Lone Cabbage Fish Camp

    Take a nature excursion with a dose of adrenaline by booking an airboat tour right from the Lone Cabbage Fish Camp restaurant’s dock. Zip through the placid tidal marshes in search of wading birds and alligators on the prowl. After the tour, mingle with the bikers who frequent the restaurant. (05/2011)

    8199 Rte 520, Cocoa
    321-632-4199
    twisterairb....tripod.com

  • Enzian Theater

    Orlando’s favorite art house cinema, the Enzian is the spot to catch something with subtitles or the latest, greatest independent film. Grab a pre-movie drink at the al fresco bar out front, which is situated under oak trees and strung with strands of festive white lights. (05/2011)

    1300 S Orlando Ave
    407-629-0054
    enzian.org

  • Orlando Watersports Complex

    Central Florida’s lake-riddled landscape and awesome year-round climate make it a primary training ground for waterskiing and wakeboarding champions. Take a spin on the cable course or catch a contest at this outdoor water complex near the airport. (03/2011)

    8615 Florida Rock Rd
    407-251-3100
    orlandowatersports.com

  • iFly Orlando

    This is as close as you can get to skydiving without jumping out of a plane. You'll have all the thrill of feeling like Superman when you fly in this vertical wind tunnel. (03/2011)

    6805 Visitors Cr
    407-903-1150
    iflyorlando.com