{"id":500,"date":"2012-09-04T17:26:30","date_gmt":"2012-09-04T17:26:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Tampa3\/?page_id=500"},"modified":"2019-05-29T19:52:08","modified_gmt":"2019-05-29T19:52:08","slug":"day-trips-getaways","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/Tampa3\/C21ExecutiveTeam\/?page_id=500","title":{"rendered":"DAY TRIPS &#038; GETAWAYS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>SPORTS &amp; RECREATION  \/ DAY TRIPS &amp; GETAWAYS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Kennedy  Space Center &amp; Merritt Island<\/strong><br \/>\n321-452-2121<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.kennedyspacecenter.com\/\">www.kennedyspacecenter.com<\/a><br \/>\nVisitors  can take an unforgettable journey through space and time at this premier tourist  destination that has drawn millions of visitors from around the world for more  than three decades. The center tells the story of the U.S. space program with  its moon and Mars launches and satellites. Numerous space-related attractions  combine with the pristine Merritt Island National Wildlife Reserve for a wide  range of activities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Greater  Fort Lauderdale<\/strong><br \/>\n800-22-SUNNY<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sunny.org\/\">www.sunny.org<\/a><br \/>\nEnjoy  nearly 25 miles of sun-drenched beaches and more than 300 miles of navigable  inland waterways in the area that gained national renown as the place to  celebrate \u201cspring break.\u201d Posh resorts, water taxis, premier golfing, Broadway  shows, unique shopping districts, and a lively nightlife are just a few of the  world-class amenities that keep Fort Lauderdale on the list of the most popular  vacation destinations for all ages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Greater  Miami<\/strong><br \/>\n305-539-3000<br \/>\n800-933-8448<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gmcvb.com\/\">www.gmcvb.com<\/a><br \/>\nFew  locations in the world can rival Miami for cosmopolitan sophistication and  tropical splendor. The beach community sizzles with action and excitement while  the city shimmers with live entertainment, shopping districts, and culture.  Ocean Drive serves as the heart of South Beach, where Art Deco style blends  with high-energy dance clubs and an international nightlife.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Greater  Orlando<\/strong><br \/>\n407-363-5872<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.orlandoinfo.com\/\">www.orlandoinfo.com<\/a><br \/>\nConvenient  to residents of Tampa Bay is the entertainment center of nearby Orlando,  distinguished as the world\u2019s top vacation destination. This idyllic  metropolitan area appeals to outdoor adventurers, nature lovers, and golfers as  well as to families drawn by the endless list of amusements. Theme parks,  amusement parks, water parks, zoos, and nature preserves are nearly as abundant  in Metro Orlando as the Florida sunshine.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Daytona  Beach<\/strong><br \/>\n800-544-0415<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.daytonabeachcvb.org\/\">www.daytonabeachcvb.org<\/a><br \/>\nThe  world\u2019s most famous beach, thanks to the Daytona International Speedway, is  open year-round and boasts an ocean park atmosphere that is second to none. In  addition to the bright lights and attractions in Daytona, visitors enjoy the  pristine Volusia County beaches, providing outstanding surfing, first-class  fishing, and a wide array of water sports. New Smyrna Beach is often dubbed the  \u201cworld\u2019s safest bathing beach.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>The  Florida Keys<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Islamorada<\/strong><br \/>\n305-664-4503<br \/>\n800-FAB-KEYS<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.islamoradachamber.com\/\">www.islamoradachamber.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key  Largo<\/strong><br \/>\n305-451-1414<br \/>\n800-822-1088<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.keylargo.org\/\">www.keylargo.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key  West<\/strong><br \/>\n305-294-2587<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.keywestchamber.org\/\">www.keywestchamber.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lower  Keys<\/strong><br \/>\n800-872-3722<br \/>\n305-872-2411<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lowerkeyschamber.com\/\">www.lowerkeyschamber.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Marathon<\/strong><br \/>\n305-743-5417<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.floridakeysmarathon.com\/\">www.floridakeysmarathon.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>From  the moment you venture into the world of the Florida Keys, this tropical oasis  invites you to plunge into deep relaxation. Some of the nation\u2019s most dazzling underwater  adventures include expert guides for scuba diving, snorkeling, or waters  sports. Key Largo offers premier marine retreats from an underwater state park  to dolphin adventures. The Islamorada area is the world\u2019s sport fishing  capital, and Key West is known for its night life. Golf courses, exclusive art  galleries, museums, posh resorts, and unspoiled nature are all magnets to this  tropical paradise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Southwest  Florida<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lee  Island Coast<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeislandcoast.com\/\">www.leeislandcoast.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Captiva  &amp; Sanibel Islands<\/strong><br \/>\n239-472-1080<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sanibel-captiva.org\/\">www.sanibel-captiva.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Known  as the world\u2019s finest region for collecting seashells, serene retreats like  Sanibel and Captiva Islands combine with welcoming beach communities along the  Florida Gulf of Mexico shoreline. Water sports, fishing, golfing, nature study,  and beach combing are just a few of the many popular pastimes in this  picturesque and relaxing vacation destination.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SPORTS &amp; RECREATION \/ DAY TRIPS &amp; GETAWAYS Kennedy Space Center &amp; Merritt Island 321-452-2121 www.kennedyspacecenter.com Visitors can take an unforgettable journey through space and time at this premier tourist destination that has drawn millions of visitors from around the world for more than three decades. 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