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Villa Zorayda
- Lincolnville
Audio narration expounds on the history of global antiques as visitors wander the halls of a restored Spanish villa
St Augustine City Walks
- St. Augustine
Walking tours explore local pubs or haunted streets as guides reveal factual tales and local lore
Salsa Caliente Gainesville
- Gainesville
Students grouped by skill level learn salsa and bachata moves from professional instructors
Marine Discovery Center
- New Smyrna Beach
Certified naturalists lead pontoon-boat tours of the Indian River Lagoon in search of playful ocean mammals
GolfPlex at University of North Florida
Small, six-hole course offers varied challenges to help golfers execute basic attacks
Alley Gatorz
- Gainesville
Colorful murals overlook a snack bar and gleaming wood lanes that surrender bowling pins to speeding orbs until 1 a.m. on weekends
PRP Wine International
- Jacksonville
Private company with wide-ranging selection of wines from five continents, including South America, Europe, and Australia
St. Augustine Kayak Company
- St. Augustine
Pontoon boats glide to the Matanzas River to see historic St. Augustine landmarks along with dolphins and a variety of birds
Lightner Museum
- Lincolnville
Three-story Victorian-era hotel now houses Victorian-era art and artifacts, such as Tiffany lamp and gilded rocking chair
Old City Helicopters, LLC
- St. Augustine
Pilots fly over historic structures such as the Castillo de San Marcos and the buildings of Old Downtown set against glittering beaches
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
- Gainesville
College-run zoo stretched across 10 acres of wooded terrain weaves visitors past display homes of more than 75 exotic and native creatures
Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
- Multiple Locations
Instructors teach students how to defend themselves against larger opponents during two- or six-week camps
Pump It Up Jacksonville
- Sans Pareil
Bounce houses and obstacle courses thrill kids during open play and parents' nights out, or plan parties with refreshments and jump time
All Wet Sports
- Killarney Shores
Paddleboards meander through scenic Big Pottsburg Creek, with instructors giving safety and paddling tips as kayakers take off on their own
Jacksonville Maritime Heritage Center
- Downtown Jacksonville
Members explore maritime heritage center's myriad ship model & ocean-liner dioramas & attend quarterly member meetings & programs
e2ride bike tours
- Multiple Locations
Guides share historical tidbits as they lead groups through Riverside-Avondale, Olde Mandarin, or Venice-inspired San Marco
Action Kayak Adventures
- St. Augustine
Kayaks traverse saltwater marshes for four hours led by licensed & insured guide after prep session reviewing safe practices & fishing gear
Pilates on 3rd
- Jacksonville Beach
Certified instructors lead Pilates, yoga, and cross-training classes seven days a week in an upscale fitness boutique
Florida Museum of Natural History
- Gainesville
6,400 sq. ft. outdoor enclosure rife with waterfalls, plants, and vibrant butterflies; exhibit with remains of the world’s largest snake
Edwin Watts Golf Academy Dallas
- Jacksonville
Swing- and putting-analysis sessions use JC Video and Tomi technologies to capture techniques so instructors can diagnose poor tendencies
Harn Museum of Art
- Gainesville
Memberships to this art museum with more than 10,000 works include store discounts and event invitations, ideal as a Mother's Day gift
Anastasia Watersports
- St. Augustine
Renters steer kayaks, paddleboards & catamarans through dune-protected tidal lagoon populated by flounder, trout & dolphins
Family Horse Ranch & Rescue
Expert instructors teach English riding for shows and jumps and Western riding for trail rides and recreation rides
The Sailboat Club
- Mandarin
Captains take groups out for a cruise in waters frequented by manatees and ospreys; accredited instructors teach hands-on sailing techniques
Bikram Yoga Daytona Beach
- Multiple Locations
Students learn to bolster muscle strength and improve organ function with 90-minute hot-yoga classes for all skill levels
Cajobri Comedy Walk
- Old City
Knowledgeable, licensed guides introduce guests to St. Augustine's most haunted pubs with spine-chilling tales
KGB Kiteboarding Jacksonville
- Jacksonville
Instructors guide students through kiteboarding basics from equipment setup to launching
The Gypsy Gold Farm
- Ocala
Tour introduces visitors to rare horses & delves into vibrant subculture that began breeding them
MBody Yoga
- Multiple Locations
Heated studio helps muscles stretch farther as instructors guide students through fluid poses
ShutterGuide
- Spanish Quarter
Photographers lead tours through downtown St. Augustine, demonstrating how to take pictures of landmarks while sharing historical facts
Wayne's World of Paintball
- Ocala
60-acres of outdoor paintball grounds; 15 playing areas strewn with forts, planes, and obstacles
Mindful Motion Yoga
- Windy Hill
Instructors lead students of all ages and skill levels through a variety of classes that link breath and boost strength and flexibility
Ripley Entertainment
- Uptown
More than 40 exhibits fill this castle of oddities honoring the famed collector, including shrunken heads and a section devoted to pirates
Paddleboard New Smyrna Beach
- North Causeway
Buoyant bikes float atop waterways and come equipped with compartments for fun and convenient travel
St. Augustine Biplane Rides
- St. Augustine
Restored biplane from 1927 with open cockpit soars above historic sites such as the Bridge of Lions and St. Augustine Lighthouse
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With an inventory of canoes and kayaks—as well as a choice launch point on the banks of the Santa Fe River – Santa Fe Canoe Outpost is a starting point for a wide range of aquatic daytrips. There are adventures of varying length, from the 7-mile downriver trip to Rum Island, to multi-day canoe-camping trips to their furthest destination, 39 miles away.
For years, New Smyrna residents have paddled throughout the marshy backwaters of the Indian River lagoon, finding solace among the area's gentle tides, unclouded skies, and abundance of marine life. United by a respect for their natural surroundings and a knack for paddleboarding, a local family joined forces to form the award-winning New Smyrna Stand Up. With dolphins and manatees swimming below and ospreys sailing above, the experienced guides lead tours down the river, journeying out into the ocean when weather permits. In the summer months, the center conducts children's camps, in which youngsters learn paddleboarding techniques while exploring the area's ecosystem. They study local wildlife and marine creatures and learn to identify the origins of passing inner-tubers by the shape of their heads. In addition to tours and camps, the staff offers paddleboard rentals and standup-paddleboard surfing lessons.
In the wide pastures of The Gypsy Gold Farm, sunlight dances playfully upon the long, flowing manes of Gypsy Vanner mares and stallions. The rare horses, which were first bred in the gypsy camps of Great Britain nearly 70 years ago, made their North American debut at The Gypsy Gold Farm after a chance discovery by owner Dennis Thompson and his late wife Cindy.
The couple had been driving through the countryside of England when the oddly compelling sight of a far-off stallion prompted them to pull over. Soon after, the two tracked down the owner and found themselves immersed in a culture rich with vibrant caravans and music.
The selectively bred horses currently roam the Ocala farm where Dennis educates visitors on their smart, affectionate nature and origin. Colorful painted vardo wagons—the type the horses were designed to pair with—also help enliven the landscape.
Elite Auto Shares has assembled a fleet of luxury speedsters to grant their clientele the ultimate driving experience. With vehicles such as a 430-horsepower Corvette, an Audi R8, and a Mercedes-Benz E350, Elite Auto Shares has the right wheels for any occasion, be it a wedding, a night on the town, or an impromptu, one-person parade down Main Street.:m]]
Traveling to homes across Illinois, California, Florida, Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin with an array of hand-selected bottles in tow, the knowledgable consultants of PRP Wine International save their customers the time they would spend searching stores and the jail time that could result from trespassing on private vineyards. The staffers of this private wine company spend almost every day of the year unearthing the best bottles across the United States, Europe, Australia, South America, and South Africa, and then present their selections to eager palates at homes, private clubs, and hotel suites during private tastings and special events. As the wine spills forth into glasses, the consultants impart background information on the wines, share pairing ideas, and encourage guests to ask any questions they might be embarrassed to ask at restaurants, such as, “How do you pronounce pinot noir?” or “Where is the giant laser that transforms the grapes into wine?” As the evening progresses, conversations will also cover grape varieties and facts about specific growing regions.
Under the tutelage of certified scuba instructors, pupils at the family-owned Scuba Monkey Dive Center explore underwater worlds during PADI, open-water, nitrox, and advanced courses. The center's regular dive trips gather together trained divers on jaunts to Venice Beach and Troy Springs, where they get up close with aquatic inhabitants and discarded pet rocks. At the shop, divers can stock up on brand-name equipment for sale and rent, refill tanks with nitrox and air, or hand over broken equipment to ace technicians, who swiftly identify and correct any problems.
