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DESTINATION - SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Southwest Florida is truly a cultural destination
and has the most to offer in Family Fun and Educational Activities.
| Day Trips for Seniors |
 Lowry Park Zoo |
Lowry Park Zoo - Tampa Visit more than 2000 animals in lush habitats and experience zoo shows & rides, water play areas, a river odyssey eco-tour, interactive ehibits, and restaurants. 1101 W. Sligh Ave. Call for details: 813-935-8552 Overnight Lodging |
 Babcock Wilderness |
Babcock Wilderness Adventures Ranch - Punta Gorda Enjoy a taste of real Florida – the excitement of a true wilderness adventure. Travel 90 minutes in a comfortable swamp buggy with a trained naturalist on a voyage through the beautiful woods and deep, slow-moving waters of the Telegraph Cypress Swamp. See alligators, panthers, cracker calves, native birds, wild turkeys, snakes and other animals in their natural setting. Daily tours are by reservation only. 8000 State Route 31 Call for details: 800-500-5583 |
 Bok Tower |
Historic Bok Sanctuary – Lake Wales Known for its oak-shaded walkways, 60 bell carillon tower and panoramic hilltop view…It is also one of two state centers for propagating rare Florida plans. Look for the endangered plant garden along a circular path behind the visitor cener. There are educational displays on the unique scrub and sandhill habitats and the gopher tortoise. The splendor of Pinewood Estate, decorated & open during the Christmas season, is a must! 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales 863-676-1408 Editor's Review ~ Overnight Lodging |
 Busch Gardens |
Busch Gardens – Tampa Busch Gardens is the ultimate family adventure park offering an array of fascinating attractions based on exotic encounters with the African continent. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens provides unrivaled excitement for guests of every age. 10001 N. McKinley Drive Call for details: 888-800-5447 Overnight Lodging |
 Universial Studios |
Universal Studios – Orlando Attractions include Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster, Terminator 2: 3-D, Shrek 4-D, Twister, Ride It Out, Men in Black Alien Attack, Beetlejuice's Graveyard Revue and a boat ride with a "Jaws" theme. The park's setting resembles several movie sets, including Hollywood Boulevard and streets in New York, San Francisco and Amity. The park throws lengthy annual events, including Mardi Gras in the spring and Halloween Horror Nights in the fall. The Universal Orlando resort also includes Islands of Adventure as well as Universal CityWalk (a nightclub and retail complex). 1000 Universal Studios Plaza 407-363-8000 Overnight Lodging |
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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
| Anna Maria Island | | Bradenton | | Longboat Key | | Sarasota | | Siesta Key | | Venice | | Manasota Key |
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A visit to SW Florida can lead to many return visits & Eventual Relocation |
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