Central Florida Vacation Ideas

by Katy
(USA)

Here is some information about a few of Florida's unique destinations/activities in Central Florida.

Westgate River Ranch Resort:

At Westgate River Ranch enjoy an authentic "Dude Ranch" experience in Central Florida , while relaxing in luxurious, Western-style accommodations.

Surrounded by 100,000 acres of protected wildlife preserve, Westgate River Ranch is a 1,700-acre ponderosa of winding trails, pristine waters and more!

Indulge yourself in a wide range of activities that allow you to escape into nature's sanctuary. You can enjoy horseback riding, guided nature hikes, fishing, boating, trap and skeet, swimming pool, airboat rides, hayrides and a petting zoo.

Or go line dancing at the River Ranch Saloon. There's even a sanctioned rodeo every Saturday night at a 1,200-seat rodeo stadium and a lighted, 5,000-foot private runway. For more information, visit www.wgriverranch.com or call (863) 692-0222.

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Moon Soup at the Chalet Suzanne Restaurant and Country Inn:

This enchanting restaurant and country inn is nestled on 70 acres and has been an oasis to guests for decades.

The essence of the Chalet's reputation is its cuisine, food that has been described as "glorious." Six-course dinners are served in a unique setting of five quaint rooms on many levels, overlooking the lake.

Breakfast, lunch and A la carte menu items are also available for guests to enjoy. On the menu, you will find “Moon Soup,” a delicate blend of spices that make up their original “Romaine Soup.’ This soup was selected by NASA and the crew of Apollo 15.

The soups also went into space on Apollo 16 and even the Russians chose these fine soups for their joint dinner meeting in space on Apollo-Soyuz. It is their signature soup and is served with every meal at the Chalet Suzanne restaurant.

By request of the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum , it can also be found with a special label, Moon Soup®. Thirteen unique gourmet soups and three sauces were developed and can be found in the finest stores nationwide, with gift boxes available worldwide, shipped direct from the Chalet’s soup cannery. For more information, visit www.chaletsuzanne.com.



Grapefruit Pie at Taste of Florida Café:

Try a slice of grapefruit pie at the Taste of Florida Café at Lang Sun Country Groves in Central Florida . You may try to guess how this pie tastes, but it sure to surprise you! One food critic described it as “the taste surprise of my life.”

The Taste of Florida Café is located at Lang Sun Country Groves, which started in 1951 and is still family-owned an operated today.

Originally a small roadside citrus stand, the business expanded to include citrus shipping and packing and now a gift shop and restaurant. Taste of Florida has been featured on both the Food Network and Travel Channel for their unique, grapefruit pie. For more information, visit www.langsuncountrygroves.com.


Hang-glide at Wallaby Ranch:

If adrenaline is what you crave, go on a thrill-seeking adventure in Central Florida 's Lakes District. Soar like an eagle on a glider ride out of Davenport 's Wallaby Ranch.

Wallaby Ranch offers year-round discovery tandem hang gliding flights and hang gliding instruction outside Orlando in sunny Central Florida . They use the latest tandem aerotowing techniques to provide the safest, most enjoyable hang gliding experience possible.

Wallaby Ranch offers a truly unique atmosphere for visitors, students, pilots and their families and friends from around the world. For more information, visit www.wallaby.com or call (863) 424-0070.


Take a Bi-plane Ride at Fantasy of Flight:

Feel the rush of flying in an open cockpit bi-plane ride with the wind in your face -- just as they did in the Golden Era of Flight.

At Fantasy of Flight, you can do this and so much more. When it comes to experiencing the thrill of flying, it’s hard to beat the real thing. At Fantasy of Flight you’ll create unforgettable memories for the whole family - and experience the amazing world of flying from the ground up.

From virtually controlling a Corsair Fighter atop a simulated aircraft carrier, to touring the hangars and real working restoration facilities of the world’s largest aircraft collection, you’ll be caught up in the spirit of adventure that has inspired aviators for over a century.

Fantasy of Flight is conveniently located just north of Interstate 4 at Exit 44. For more information, visit the Fantasy of Flight website at www.fantasyofflight.com or call 863-984-3500.

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