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What to do in Florida

idsman75idsman75 Member Posts: 13,398 ✭✭✭
edited May 2002 in General Discussion
I can't say I was spoiled growing up. I was taken care of and raised right but was always told that I had to earn what I wanted to have. Mom and Dad surprised me today by telling me that they were going to fly my brother and me down to Florida for five days while we are both on leave during the first week of June. I know that the standard response is going to be gun-related. However, my brother doesn't share the same passion that I have for guns and I know that he's going to be ready to go out and blow off some steam due to the fact that these last couple of weeks at West Point are going to be very stressful for him (final exams and all). Are there any suggestions that anyone here may have regarding things to do and see in Florida? I've only been there a couple of times visiting the family of a girl I used to date in college who was from Clearwater. I never really got to see much of the state. I'm sure my brother is going to want to "blow off steam" in an environment that is conducive to meeting members of the "fairer sex". Disney/Epcott are pretty much a given. I just don't want to spend all kinds of money and miss something that shouldn't be missed while I am there. Any and all suggestions are welcome.

SSG idsman75, U.S. ARMY
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  • COONASSCOONASS Member Posts: 2,068 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    DO SOME TRUE R&R.........What ever floats your boat.......walk the beach, lay on the beach , rent a few mopeds , that is always fun,
    If you like bowhunting , there is some great bowfishing down there..
    Mainly just have fun..............


    coonass

    "A man is known by the
    company his mind keeps."
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  • 11thcanopy11thcanopy Member Posts: 448 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Don't know if you plan to visit the Orlando area or not. If so, suggest that you visit the Randall Knife Company.

    It is a small shop and easy to find. Friendly people. They usually have a few knives for sale at the counter. Various models.

    It is my understanding that they will try to get a knife to a military person ASAP. Especially if you will be assigned to a foreign area.

    They ask for a $ 25.00 downpayment and the rest before shipment. Credit cards are ok.

    Another really great attraction is the space center. Reasonable prices and plan on spending a day. Only about an hours drive from the Orlando area.

    Hope you have a great visit.
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  • davcondavcon Member Posts: 139 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Florida in June? Ouch. Expect 90+ degree heat and 95% humidity. I'm sure our members here who reside in the sunshine state will agree florida can get really uncomfortable in june. That said I know what I would do in florida. Disney disney and more disney. I love the place. Been going there every two years since the mid 70's. I travel a lot but my extended vacations are all ways at disney. I am going back this fall. Enough about me. Where in florida are you flying into? There are tourist attractions in just about the whole state. I have toured all most the entire state so I can tell you what I enjoyed if you let me know where in the state your headed.
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  • idsman75idsman75 Member Posts: 13,398 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The tickets haven't been purchased yet. I need to confirm my vacation days but I believe we will be flying into Orlando. I've heard that you can purchase a single ticket that will get you into Bush Gardens, Disney, and Universal Studios. I'd like to purchase them online if possible instead of getting gouged when I get there.

    SSG idsman75, U.S. ARMY
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  • Ms. BeastMs. Beast Member Posts: 496 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Don't forget Busch Gardens! It is neat and they have beer!!!!!
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  • nunnnunn Forums Admins, Member, Moderator Posts: 36,085 ******
    edited November -1
    We spent our last summer vacation mostly in Florida. With kids. We did ALL the amusement parks on successive days. I nearly walked my feet off. Of all the places we went, I liked Busch Gardens best, then Gatorland Zoo, then Islands of Adventure.

    You can also look up Pelican, in Alambama, just east of Florida. I did and made a good friend.



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  • beachmaster73beachmaster73 Member Posts: 3,011 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Pensacola is worth a look or two. I kind of like the panhandle area and it's not too far from Biloxi with the gambling boats. Beach
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  • pikeal1pikeal1 Member Posts: 2,707
    edited November -1
    Well, I'm down in Miami, and I can say it sure is hot down here. Bout 95 degrees and humid as can be. If your going to orlando, there's a small place called 'old town'. live country music on the weekends, mechanical bull, a couple of bars with Harleys lining the curb.

    If your looking to see some sights, I would highly recommend Universal Studios as the first choice. The rides are better IMO. If you can afford an hour drive each way, you may want to check out Busch Gardens. I've never been there, but am planning on going in the couple of months. If you do decide to come down to the Miami area, all I can say is enjoy the beach. The weather is beautiful and the women more beautiful...atleast most of them are woman...some of them you just can't really tell without getting too close, but thats a topic for another thread.

    In either case, wherever you go, have fun and relax and enjoy the weather.

    Alex
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  • n/an/a Member Posts: 168,427 ✭
    edited November -1
    There is lots to do in Florida, wildlife is fantastic, beaches, fishing, flea markets for anything you could ever want, museums, games etc.. I am fairly new to Florida (3 years) and I never get tired of the sights. Granted the weather is warm, but very nice. The people are great. As for the tickets, type in Bush Garden tickets in Google and you come up with about 10 pages.. I have listed on sight that gives packages... just hunt around and you can find the best price. To bad you missed bike week..*wink* Now theres a though.. rent a harley!!!!! and ride... but safe..
    http://www.centralfloridatravel.com/tickets.htm
    or www.myflorida.com and hit visitor..
    Have fun and welcome to Florida
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  • davcondavcon Member Posts: 139 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Idsman,

    Not sure about the Disney, Universal, Busch Garden single ticket. I think it is Universal, Busch and Seaworld. You might want to try sky venture. It's an indoor wind tunnel skydiving ride. Check out the video www.skyventure.cc/index_flash.htm it's a lot of fun.
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  • sandman2234sandman2234 Member Posts: 894 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Seaworld and Busch Gardens are owned by the Anhauser-busch Co..and those others are owned by some Mickey Mouse Company out of Kissimee...but most people think they are out of Orlando.

    Have Gun, will travel
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  • will270winwill270win Member Posts: 4,845
    edited November -1
    Go fishing in one of our big lakes. Mighty big fish there for ya. A june bug colored Berkely power bait plastic 10" worm will do you right.


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  • deceedecee Member Posts: 456 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Make sure you drive to Key West!
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  • gjshawgjshaw Member Posts: 14,770 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Hi, I work at Disney and let me know if I can be of any help if you want to go there and get in free. I got David Nunn and family in last year when they were in fla. and I would do it for anybody on this board. Gary
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  • idsman75idsman75 Member Posts: 13,398 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    gjshaw--Now that sounds like an incredible deal. If you get a chance, shoot me a note at idsman75@peoplepc.com

    SSG idsman75, U.S. ARMY
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  • davcondavcon Member Posts: 139 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Gjshaw

    I have not made reservations for my fall vacation yet. If you can help me get even a little price break it would be greatly appreciated. e-mail me davcon@twcny.rr.com thanks.
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  • beachmaster73beachmaster73 Member Posts: 3,011 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    gjshaw....you just became my new best friend!!!! What do you do for Disney? Do you work in the Park or are you in management of the entire Disney empire? Beach
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  • gjshawgjshaw Member Posts: 14,770 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Beach, My job is working in the Magic Kingdom at night after all the guests go and testing all the rides on the east side. ( Space Mtn., Buzz, Barnstormer, etc.) . Its like you see on discovery or travel channels , somebody has to check and ride the rides to make sure that they are safe for the next days opening and that is my job. They are federal mandated ride legislation pm's that have to be done every day weither one person rides it or 50,000 so its my job to look at everything and say its safe or not.
    I will e-mail the ones that requested info on help getting in and hope I can help you. There is no discounts, only free or nothing.
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  • sandman2234sandman2234 Member Posts: 894 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I vote we advance GJSHAW to a full fledge member, at least. With that kind of pull, he has to be a great asset.

    Have Gun, will travel
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  • idsman75idsman75 Member Posts: 13,398 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The tickets have been purchased. Will be in Florida with my brother from June 10-14. Any idea where .218 is from?

    SSG idsman75, U.S. ARMY
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  • biggunrbiggunr Member Posts: 20 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Hey gjshaw, I will be down in O-town for a reunion in july and would appreciate any help you could give. I used to know tons of people who worked there back in the day, but they are all long gone now.
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  • thesoundguy1thesoundguy1 Member Posts: 680 ✭
    edited November -1
    I think your brother has the right idea.Florida has tons of very attractive and friendly ladies,and miles of beautiful beaches.If you enjoy live music,Fl. has a very active and ecclectic music scene,and it won't cost a fortune to partake in those activities.Working in the Music industry,my frequent trips to Fl. are usually working vacations.
    Orlando,Disney,etc. can be expensive,and overrun with foriegn tourists,who I've found to be rather rude.Also some wonderful resturants.F.Y.I. Fl. also recognizes many other states ccw permits.
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  • 4GodandCountry4GodandCountry Member Posts: 3,968
    edited November -1
    Better check out the white sand beach in Sarasota, it was voted the best all white silicone sand beach in the world awhile back and there are plenty of beautiful ladies that hang out there. If you like fishing, you'll be in an anglers paradise as well, there is a place called Blackburn Point that the chenook love to hang at after dark. Get yourself some live shrimp and a good float and be prepared for some action. Maken me jealous just thinkin about it... Have fun...

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  • airborneairborne Member Posts: 1,728 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Go nutria hunting, great night time sport.

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  • bhayes420bhayes420 Member Posts: 1,314 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Was in Orlanda April before last on a Make-A-Wish trip for my son. Enjoyed the heck out of Disney, especially the "Animal Kingdom" park. We had tickets to several parks: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Universal Studios, Sea World etc. For adults, Universal Studios was great, but the kids enjoyed Disney. I must say though that the employees at Disney were absolutly awesome in dealing with our handicapped son and getting him anything he needed to make his trip fun. We never had to wait more than 5 minutes to get on any ride, and this was with lines stretching out to an hour and half wait on most. They were just great, and it is a trip that we will not soon forget. Disney knows how to do the amusement park business right.
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  • 22WRF22WRF Member Posts: 3,385
    edited November -1
    The main thing we Flarda folks want you to do is bring plenty of money and spend freely.
    Maybe if enough of you come down we can get a few new boat ramps.
    We thank you for your contribution to the our economy.


    I Refuse to be a VictimGrumpy old man
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  • He DogHe Dog Member Posts: 51,593 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I can honestly say that my very favorite thing to do in Florida is eat key lime pie! That is just before my second favorite thing which is leave Florida! Walking the beaches to see what washed up is not bad either. Enjoy your trip!
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  • idsman75idsman75 Member Posts: 13,398 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Here I am all geared up and ready to go and I forgot all about the nutria hunting! Somebody slap me! Will my S&W 686 be sufficient?

    SSG idsman75, U.S. ARMY
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