Central Attractions, Recreation & Services of cialorlandoeye.com 8401 International Dr., Orlando, 407-352-3973. Take a moment see all Orlando has to offer from the iconic 400-ft.-tall observation wheel. Orlando Eye Universal Studios Florida universalorlando.com 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, 407-363-8000. Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and jump right into the action of your favorite movies. Big Storm Brewery-Pasco bigstormbrewery.com 2330 Success Dr., Odessa, 727-376-2890. This brewery will be the home of some of the most creative beers in the industry. Pirates Town pirates-town.com 6400 Carrier Dr., Orlando, 407-248-0590. A dinner show theater with four themed shows: Pirates , Three Musketeers , Treasure and Cirque Magique ! Universal’s Islands of Adventure universalorlando.com 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, 407-363-8000. Live the adventure as you experience the innovative thrills and unexpected adventures. Big Storm Brewery-Pinellas bigstormbrewery.com 12707 49th St. N., Clearwater, 727-201-4186. We have earned the reputation for being exceptionally drinkable. ripleysorlando.com 8201 International Dr., Orlando, 407-345-0501. Experience one amazingly unique attraction: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium Victory Casino Cruises Bistro @ The Grand Oaks Resort victorycasinocruises.com 180 Christopher Columbus Dr., Cape Canaveral, 321-799-0021. Full Vegas-style gambling ship that sails twice daily from Port Canaveral, Mon. -Sun. thegrandoaks.com 3000 Marion County Rd., Weirsdale, 352-750-9500. The Grand Oaks Resort encompasses over 400 acres of beauty in Central Florida’s horse country. RumFish Grill Aquarium The Walt Disney World Company Capa @ Four Seasons Resort Orlando rum shgrill.com 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 844-786-3474. Explore the 33,500-gallon aquarium and shop at RumFish Grill. f disneyworld.com P.O. Box 10040, Orlando, 407-566-5343. Come and celebrate your family’s vacation where dreams come true – the Walt Disney World ® Resort. fourseasons.com/orlando/dining/restaurants/capa 10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Golden Oak, 407-313-6161. Our diverse offerings range from fresh seafood to incredible small plates and expertly grilled cuts. Sea Life Orlando Wekiva Island Capt. Hiram’s Restaurant @ Capt. Hiram’s Resort hirams.com 1606 Indian River Dr., Sebastian, 772-589-4345. Capt. Hiram’s Tiffany room, a beautiful riverfront banquet facility in Sebastian. visitsealife.com/orlando 8401 International Dr., Ste. 100, Orlando, 407-352-3973. Explore the amazing creatures of the Atlantic, Indian and Paci c oceans! wekivaisland.com 1014 Miami Springs Dr., Longwood, 407-862-1500. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and cabanas for rent. Beer and wine served. SeaWorld Orlando Whirlydome seaworldorlando.com 7007 Seaworld Dr., Orlando, 407-351-3600. Immerse yourself in the sea’s mysteries with animal discoveries, attractions, rides and more. See ad on page 117. Reader Response 84 whirlydome.com 6464 International Dr., Orlando, 248-974-3436. Drink, bump and score at Whirlydome! Caribbean Jack’s Restaurant & Bar Wild Florida Gator Park caribbeanjacks.com 721 Ballough Rd., Daytona Beach, 386-523-3000. Whether you’re here for lunch, dinner or drinks, Caribbean Jack’s menu is sure to satisfy any mood! pieraquarium.org 244 2nd Ave. N., Ste. 203, St. Petersburg, 727-895-7437. A 2,000-sq.-ft. public aquarium and ocean science education center at the Pier downtown. Secrets of the Sea Marine Exploration Center and Aquarium wild oridairboats.com 3301 Lake Cypress Rd., Kenansville, 407-697-8018. Beautiful airboat tours deep into the protected swamps and rivers of the Central Florida Everglades. Cici’s Pizza Clearwater Wildside Tours/Cocoa Beach Manatee Watch wildsidetours.com 499 Ramp Rd., Cocoa Beach, 321-799-5495. A nature boat cruise through the lush mangroves of Cocoa Beach. See manatees, dolphins and birds. f cicis.com 1560 McMullen Booth Rd., Unit G1, Clearwater, 727-474-5419. Whatever your taste, we serve it up – all your favorites plus the unexpected. Columbia Restaurant -Ybor City Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino -Tampa seminolehardrocktampa.com 5223 N. Orient Rd., Tampa, 813-627-7625. Central Florida’s premier entertainment spot, where celebrities love to stay and play. ZOOMAIR Adventure Park Daytona Beach zoomair.us/daytonabeach 1000 Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, 386-569-3519. Ziplines and more! Aerial obstacle course, eco-adventure up in the trees! Reservations not required. columbiarestaurant.com 2117 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, 813-248-4961. Florida’s oldest restaurant, serving lunch and dinner daily. Flamenco dance shows. Spanish/Cuban air. Compass Grille @ Sirata Beach Resort SimCenter Tampa Bay simcentertampabay.com 18350 U.S. Hwy. 19 N., Clearwater, 727-643-1781. Currently houses 3 simulators: a Boeing 737 jetliner, an F-16 and an F-35 ghter jet simulator. ZOOMAIR Adventure Park Orlando compassgrille.com 5300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-5129. Offers a wide array of local seafood and American classic cuisine with a contemporary are. Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows zoomair.us/orlando 3755 U.S. 17, Sanford, 407-330-0767. Ziplines and more! Aerial obstacle courses up in the trees for all ages! Reservations not required. Cooters Restaurant & Bar cooters.com 423 Poinsettia Ave., Clearwater Beach, 727-462-2668. Chill, sports-themed local seafood. Food & Drink 407 Cafe 407cafe.com 9161 Narcoossee Rd., Ste. 108, Orlando, 407-658-6733. European cafe featuring crepes, paninis, salads, soups, croissants and Italian gelato. Datz datztampa.com 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, 941-623-8201. Datz is comfort food with air. Azure @ The Shores Resort & Spa sleuths.com 8267 International Dr., Orlando, 407-363-1985. Join us for a comedy mystery show where you become the detective and solve the crime! d See ad on page 121. Reader Response 87 stetsonmansion.com 1031 Camphor Ln., Deland, 386-873-0167. Famed hat maker’s private luxurious Gilded Age 1886 estate. Lively tours are No.1 on TripAdvisor. f shoresresort.com 2637 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, 386-767-7350. We offer the only ne-dining oceanfront restaurant in Daytona Beach Shores. omnihotels.com/ ndahotel/orlandochampionsgate/dining.aspx 1500 Masters Blvd., ChampionsGate, 407-390-6664. An upscale sports bar and grill serving mouthwatering steaks and spectacular resort views. David’s Club @ Omni Orlando Resort At ChampionsGate Dempsey’s Steak House @ Saddlebrook Resort saddlebrook.com 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, 813-907-4574. Serving aged prime beef and fresh seafood in a traditional steakhouse setting. Stetson Mansion Tours and Events Bahama Breeze Island Grille -International Drive bahamabreeze.com/locations/ /orlando/orlando-international-drive/3001 8849 International Dr., Orlando, 407-248-2499. Steak, seafood and tropical drinks in a Caribbean atmosphere. Doc Bales’ Grill @ Entertainment Complex Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo Beef O Brady’s @ TradeWinds Island Grand tradewindsresort.com/dining/beef-o-bradys.aspx 5600 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-2258. The best place to watch the game and feast on everything from world-famous wings to hearty platters. daytonahilton.com 100 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, 386-254-8200. Outdoor terrace dining or indoor dining overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. lowryparkzoo.org 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa, 813-935-8552. Experience unforgettable, natural connections at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. Feed a giraffe and more! f See ad on page 114. Reader Response 81 Flying Bridge @ TradeWinds Island Grand tradewindsresort.com/dining/ ying-bridge.aspx 5600 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-2258. Serving tropical drinks along with lunch, dinner and everything in between. Universal CityWalk Bermudas Steak & Seafood @ TradeWinds Island Resorts Front Street Cafe @ International Palms Resort internationalpalmsorlando.com 6515 International Dr., Orlando, 407-351-3500. Dinner features and all-day dining overlooking the pool. citywalkorlando.com 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, 407-363-8000. Feel the electricity as you enjoy the best in live music, casual and ne dining. tradewindsresort.com/dining/bermudas.aspx 5600 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-2258. Casual setting offering the freshest gulf seafood and nest aged steaks. BICE Ristorante @ Loews Portofi no Bay Hotel orlando.bicegroup.com 5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando, 407-503-1415. Homemade pastas, desserts, fresh seafood and hand-cut steaks will take you on a voyage to Italy. Gill Dawg Marina Tiki Bar & Grill 108 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com gilldawg.com 5419 Treadway Dr., Port Richey, 727-842-1070. Gill Dawg is a waterfront entertainment center – tiki bar and grill, marina and adventure center.
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