DINING Enjoy brunch at The Boathouse at Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista before heading to the docks for a tour via Amphicar—vintage cars that ride on land and then splash into the water. Get ready for jousting at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Kissimmee, where you can feast on a four-course meal while watching knights compete. Get your oom-pah-pah on at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in Sanford, which has a massive menu, market, and live German folk music on weekends. Bring your appetite to JUJU in Orlando for an immersive Japanese omakase experience, where each meticulously crafted course reflects the chef’s artistry and passion for presentation. Rustic-chic vibes meet a patio scene for Italian classics like wood-fired margherita pizza and creamy potato gnocchi at Prato in Winter Park. CENTRAL JUJU, ORLANDO Emergent Media OUTDOORS Strap in for a wild airboat ride with Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures in Kissimmee, then uncover mine gems and wander an enchanting butterfly garden. Discover the crystal-clear waters and vibrant wildlife of Rainbow Springs in Dunnellon on a glass-bottom kayak tour with Get Up And Go Kayaking . Mosey over to Ocala’s sprawling Florida Horse Park to catch a thrilling polo match, or choose a scenic horseback ride. The town of Tavares is known as “America’s Seaplane City,” so it’s the perfect place to take an aerial excursion with Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures . For a night under the stars, you can’t beat the stellar camping views at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park , Florida’s first Dark Sky Park. KISSIMMEE PRAIRIE PRESERVE STATE PARK, OKEECHOBEE Rarefolks EVENTS In February, let your senses run wild at IMMERSE Fest in Orlando, where streets come alive with bold art, electrifying performances, and multisensory experiences. Step into the spotlight at the Florida Film Festival in Maitland, where indie film screenings, celebrity Q&As, and exclusive events bring movie lovers together in April. FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL, MAITLAND United Arts Central Florida, Visit Orlando Scan the QR code for a list of upcoming events: VISITFLORIDA.com/things-to-do/events 82 • VISITFLORIDA.COM
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