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Blueberry U-Pick Season
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Picking blueberries at a local farm is way more fun than picking up a small plastic container of blueberries in…

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Murals in Winter Haven
woman’s face mural in Winter Haven on 3rd St SW IG meganjwells
We’ve put together a list of popular murals in Winter Haven and hope you can visit at least a few…

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Waterfront Dining in Central Florida
Harborside Restaurant is a great option for waterfront dining in Central Florida, located on Winter Haven’s Lake Shipp
If you’re looking for waterfront dining in Central Florida, consider visiting Winter Haven. This “Chain of Lakes” city, has lakes…

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Concert Under the Stars Series
crowd gathered for moonlight concert at Bok Tower Gardens. Carillon tower in background.
Enjoy a fantastic concert under the stars as this fan-favorite event returns to an all-new Bok Tower Gardens venue –…

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Valentine’s Day in Central Florida
Couple at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, photographed by Maddness Photography LLC
With the day of love quickly approaching, it is that time to book appointments, make reservations, and solidify your plans…

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SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
Events in Central Florida
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is BACK in 2021 and we are excited about this highly anticipated spring event, April…

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Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas
4 kids shooting arrows at Westgate River Ranch Resort near Lake Wales, FL
We’ve put together a Top 10 Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas for 2021. We hope to see you and…

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1 Day 2 Park Promo at LEGOLAND Florida
2 kids dressed as pirates at LEGOLAND Florida Water Park
Get more out of your family vacation with a 1 Day 2 Park Promo at LEGOLAND Florida this January –…

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Cycling in Central Florida
cyclist riding Niner bike at Loyce Harpe Park mountain bike trail system in Mulberry, FL
If you are looking for cycling adventures during your next visit to Central Florida, we have many bike trails for…

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Guide to the Florida Children’s Museum

two boys playing in the city play exhibit at florida children's museum

The ALL-NEW Florida Children’s Museum in Lakeland, FL is the perfect place for children of all ages and abilities to...

Top 5 Things To Do Before & After A Tigers Spring Training Game

Detroit Tigers Spring Training

The Detroit Tigers annual trip to Lakeland, Florida for Spring Training is a great reason to plan a weekend getaway...

Valentine’s Day in Central Florida

Couple at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, photographed by Maddness Photography LLC

With the day of love quickly approaching, it is that time to book appointments, make reservations, and solidify your plans...

Spring Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens

Lina Greco at Bok Tower Gardens looking at blooming flowers

Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales celebrates a new season with spring blooming tours, music and more. Spring Bloom Festival...

SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

Events in Central Florida

SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is BACK for its 49th year in 2023 and we are excited about this highly...

Take Me Out to the Ball Game at Tigertown

Fans watching Tigers Spring Training game in Lakeland, FL

The 2023 MLB season won’t be long coming around and Tigertown in Lakeland, Florida, is gearing up for the Detroit...

Barbecue Festivals in Central Florida

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A new year signals the return of barbecue festivals in Central Florida. You’ll find several opportunities to experience mouthwatering barbecue...

Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas

father and son on Great LEGO Race roller coaster at LEGOLAND in Winter Haven, FL

We’ve put together a Top 10 Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas for 2023. We hope to see you and...

Guide to Local Breweries in Central Florida

Grove Roots Brewing Company a local brewery in central florida-Winter Haven

What’s better than a cold beer on a hot Central Florida day? In our opinion, nothing! There are some amazing...

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