By Sally Perkins Get the endorphins rushing and the adrenaline going with an adventurous hike near Orlando. Believe it or not, you can find exciting trails in Central Florida that provide beautiful views, wildlife, and some challenging treks. Looking for a date idea that doesn’t cost a dime? Hiking is perfect for avoiding those uncomfortable silences. […]
Recreation & Sports
Baseball Spring Training in Central Florida
Take your family out to a ballgame for peanuts, Cracker Jacks and spring training in Central Florida. Tickets start as low as $15 for outfield seats for the Houston Astros or Atlanta Braves. Both teams play in the Kissimmee area. The bats are swinging away through the end of March. If you are up for a short road […]
Dog Parks in Orlando
With so many attractions for humans in Orlando, it’s only fair that dogs have their own playgrounds too. Orlando offers many dog-friendly parks where your pooches can roam leash-free, play ball, sniff around and meet furry friends. Central Florida Dog Parks Barber Park Dog Park: 3701 Gatlin Avenue, Orlando; (407) 249-6102 Barnett Park Dog Park: […]
Cheap ways to cool off in Central Florida
Sitting by the air conditioner isn’t the only way to cool off in Central Florida. Here are a few places to offering cheap admission this summer. Central Florida Springs This summer, take advantage of Florida’s natural cooling system – the local Central Florida springs. With water temperatures in the low 70s, a dip in the springs […]
Wekiva Island
Play volleyball, corn toss, enjoy live music and a take dip in the cool waters of the Wekiva River for free at Wekiva Island. This eco-recreation destination has an old Florida feel, a bar that serves beer and wine, riverside cabanas and a dog-friendly policy. Wekiva Island is the perfect spot to relax on a summer […]
Houston Astros Spring Training
Take your family out to a ballgame for peanuts, Cracker Jacks and Spring Training in Central Florida. The Houston Astros are playing in Kissimmee. Bats will start swinging March 3rd and you can find tickets for as low as $15 in the outfield. Houston Astros 631 Heritage Park Way Kissimmee, FL 34744 Home Spring Training […]
Atlanta Braves Spring Training
Take your family out to a ballgame for peanuts, Cracker Jacks and Spring Training in Central Florida. The Atlanta Braves are playing in Lake Buena Vista. Bats will start swinging March 3rd and you can find tickets for as low as $15 in the general admission lawn. Atlanta Braves 700 Victory Way Lake Buena Vista, […]