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FUN FOR THE WHOLE Family!
DESTINATION - SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Southwest Florida is truly a cultural destination
and has the most to offer in Family Fun and Educational Activities.
The Childrens Garden |
The Childrens Garden - Sarasota
1.5 acres of land with Koi in a lily-padded lagoon,
butterfly garden, wooden drawbridge and misty rain forest. There's
a towering green dragon, a leggy purple octopus, a ship dubbed The Black Pearl,
giant chessboard, tiki hut and a scalable mint mountain. Call for details: 941-330-1711
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G Wiz |
G Wiz - Sarasota
A hands-on science and learning center, where science becomes relevant, technology understandable,
and learning an interactive adventure.
1001 Boulevard of the Arts Call for details: 941-309-4949
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Crystal River Refuge |
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - Crystal River
Snorkle with Manatees. established in 1983 specifically for the protection of the endangered
West Indian Manatee. This unique refuge preserves the last unspoiled and undeveloped habitat in Kings Bay,
which forms the headwaters of the Crystal River. The refuge preserves the warm water spring havens, which
provide critical habitat for the manatee populations that migrate here each winter. 1502 S.E. Kings Bay Drive
Call for details: 352-563-2088
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The Ca d'Zan |
The Ca d'Zan - Sarasota
The mansion home of John and Mable Ringling located on the grounds of the Ringling Museum
overlooking Sarasota Bay. Watch the sun set while sipping cocktails and dancing to live music on the terrace
every third Thursday of the month. Hours are from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Call for details: 941-359-5700 ext. 5703
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Mote Aquarium |
Mote Marine Laboratory - Sarasota
Mote is more than just an aquarium (and a great one at that)! Mote has studied, protected, and tagged
nesting sea turtles for decades. Their Research Centers include Aquaculture, Coastal Ecology, Shark Research,
Marine Mammals & Coral Reef Research. After a couple of visits, you may even want to join their large Volunteer
Staff.
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy. Call for details: 941-388-4441
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Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Englewood,
and their fabulous Islands of
Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key,
Lido Key, Siesta Key, Venice & Manasota Key
are the perfect
home base from which to explore other Florida points of interest! |
Click the Links below for our Recommended Accommodations
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A visit to SW Florida can lead to many return
visits & Eventual Relocation |
Real Estate Information
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A Dozen Good Reasons to make the move to SW Florida...
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