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beaches, crystal clear water, plenty of outdoor activities,
beautiful vacation
rental homes, and the best theme parks in the world to
enjoy. But what do you do when your vacation gets rained out?
There are so many ways to experience Florida even if the weather
is not on your side. So, get out your umbrella and learn about
all that the Sunshine State has to offer.
North Florida
Stretching from the Panhandle to Jacksonville, North Florida
offers many historical sites and museums for visitors and
residents to enjoy. If stuck on Jax Beach, Amelia Island, or
Ponte Vedra in a rainstorm, check out the Museum of Science and
History, more familiarly known as MOSH, in downtown
Jacksonville. The museum offers a wide variety of attractions
for all ages including Atlantic Tails: Whales, Dolphins &
Manatees of North East Florida, Kidspace, the Prehistoric Park,
and the Universe of Science. When your tee time is rained out on
the golf course, head to the World Golf Village, home to the
World Golf Hall of Fame. Inductee Exhibits are on display and
the WGV is home to an IMAX Theatre, a great way to spend a rainy
afternoon. St. Augustine, the first permanent European
settlement in the continental United States, has been "guarded"
since the late 1600s by The Castillo de San Marcos. Although
control of the fortress has been in the hands of the British,
the Spanish, and the United States, it has never been taken by
military force. Tour this outpost, made a National Monument in
1924, to get a glimpse of the very beginning of the history of
Florida. Visitors to Pensacola and its surrounding areas can
tour the National Museum of Naval Aviation and its notable
Aircraft Collection. The Museum also houses a memorial to Naval
Aviation Pilots from 1916 to 1947, a life-sized Hangar Bay to
tour, and the NC-4 flying boat, the first aircraft to take on
and conquer the Atlantic Ocean. Check out local Visitor Centers
for more information and other indoor activities.
Central Florida
Central Florida, home to many fabulous beaches and world-class
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theme parks, also offers plenty of indoor attractions when
inclement weather arises. One great way to spend the day is to
tour the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. Although part
of their attraction is outdoors, there is an IMAX theatre
showing exciting films, exhibits on space history, a full size
walk through Space Shuttle exhibit, restaurants, bus tours, and
the Astronaut Hall of Fame. Learn about Florida's citrus roots
at The Citrus Museum in Eustis, once known as the "Orange
Capital of the World." The only independently housed citrus
museum in the state, the museum exhibits a large collection of
labels, posters, equipment, tools, and other memorabilia,
relating to the citrus industry as well as a "Grove Chemical
Fire Engine." Gainesville is not only home to the University of
Florida, but also the Florida Museum of Natural History. Open 7
days a week all year long, families will enjoy their exhibits
including Florida Fossils: Evolution of Life & Land, Northwest
Florida: Waterways & Wildlife, and South Florida People &
Environments. The Tampa area is home to many exciting museums
and exhibits that visitors will enjoy. The Florida International
Museums is one of the most visited museums in the southeast. The
rotating exhibits are always fresh and exciting. Past and
current exhibits include Ink and Blood: Sacred Treasures of the
Bible, Hubble Space Telescope: New Views of the Universe, Diana:
A celebration, and Barbie: Celebrating 45 Years. The Salvador
Dali Museum is as unique as the works by the late Spanish
surrealist. The museum is home to the world's most comprehensive
collection of his works including 2,000 original oils,
watercolors, drawings, graphics, sculptures, and photographs. A
great afternoon for the kids will be spent at Great
Explorations, the Hands On Museum. What makes this museum
different from other is the touch, exploration, and moving of
exhibits that is so encouraged. Adults and children will be both
educated and entertained. Central Florida has so much to offer,
even on the rainiest of days.
South Florida
Some of the most well known beaches in the world can be found in
South Florida. But even the most beautiful white sand beaches
and crystal clear water can be disappointing if the weather
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Destination due to an abundance of theme parks and miles of
sandy beaches. Ranging from the large theme parks around Orlando
to nature oriented kid programs in the Everglades, there is so
much to see and do that your kids will love! On your next
Florida vacation, give your kids a little something out of the
ordinary and experience all that the Sunshine State has to offer!
Water Parks
A great way to beat the Florida heat is to spend a day at one of
the state s many water parks. Adventure Island, located in
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heads south. Luckily, there are plenty of activities to enjoy
indoors if your vacation gets rained out. The Everglades are a
great outdoor excursion and families can enjoy it on a rainy
day, too. Visit the Museum of the Everglades that has exhibits
on the 2,000-year history of the Everglades. View artifacts and
period photographs while attending education programs, lectures,
and events. One of the most amazing structures ever built, the
Coral Castle, is located in Homestead. Built by huge blocks of
coral rock without the assistance of modern machinery, the
castle has been compared to Stonehenge and the great pyramids of
Egypt. Visit this work of art to see the 1,000 tons of coral
rock that were carved into wall, furniture, and art objects and
to learn the love story behind it. Kids will be thrilled to
visit the Miami Children's Museum. Children will learn about
banking, rock climbing, the sea, and different cultures through
fun and interactive exhibits. For those stranded on the beach in
the Keys, visit the Ernest Hemmingway Home and Museum in the
heart of Old Town Key West. This most honored and respected
author lived and wrote in the home on Whitehead Street for more
than ten years. Tour the rooms and lush grounds with tour guides
who are eager to answer questions and give discerning background
information on the Nobel Prize winner.
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family or group to learn more about the culture, the history,
and the people of Florida. If you are stranded without a beach
to sunbathe on or the ocean to swim in, consider visiting one of
the states many museums. Even the rainiest of Florida days can
add to a great beach vacation.
About the author:
Caroline Brame writes travel articles for RentalsExpress.com.
For more information on Florida travel, as well as, other
vacation destinations, please visit
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