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When people think of Florida they generally think of Disney World in Orlando yet there is so much more to this state that makes it a favorite vacation destination. With beautiful sandy beaches from Key West at the very southernmost tip to Miami or Pensacola on the east coast or Tampa on the Gulf side, you can choose from a vast array of villas in Florida as a base for your Florida vacation that will entice you to return again and again. Florida has something for everyone – You can see historic St. Augustine with its quaint shops that is the oldest city in the United States or go visit Cape Canaveral to see the Kennedy Space Center. The Daytona International Speedway offers exciting motorsports for racing enthusiasts or you can take in the Everglades where you can hike or explore it in a canoe or visit the Everglades Museum. For those who want to see alligators you can get up close and personal at the Everglades Alligator Farm where you can take an airboat tour. If you want to see live crocodiles and other exotic creatures you can visit Gatorama or you can watch Swamp Buggy Races at Florida Sports Park. For those who like a little adventure you can literally swim with the dolphins at A Dolphin World in southeast Florida. The Gulf World Marine Park has sea lion and dolphin shows as well as a sting ray petting zoo for those who like a bit of excitement!.
In Tallahassee you can visit the Antique Car Museum or go to the Museum of History and Natural Science that is an outdoor museum located on a series of lakes and features many historic buildings including a 1880s farm. For those who like airplanes you can stop by the National Museum of Naval Aviation that has many restored planes from the Coast Guard, Marines and the Navy.For those who like a more tranquil atmosphere at Butterfly World you can experience tropical flowers and plants in a spectacular garden setting or in Delray Beach you can visit the beautiful Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens that has picnic areas along with nature trails and a bonsai collection. Another site that is great for everyone is the Audubon House and Gardens that has lush tropical gardens as well as lots of local history about the well-known painter. No matter where your Florida villa rental is you can find a great place for fishing – either deep sea fishing or more subdued fishing on the many lakes in Florida. To experience the thrill of sport fishing in virtual reality you can visit the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum which also offers a four acre wetland and marina. At the Miami Seaquarium you can see all types of sea life including manatees and sea turtles or visit the Monkey Jungle to see monkeys diving for crabs in a tropical rainforest setting. Wherever you go there is always something for everyone – young or old – to experience a wonderful Florida vacation.
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