Tampa Bay Parenting - FL Resident Deals

Tampa Bay Attractions:

Busch Gardens, www.buschgardens.com

Childrens Museum of Tampa, www.flchildrensmuseum.org

Florida Aquarium, flaquarium.org

Great Explorations, www.greatexplorations.com

Lowry Park Zoo, www.lowryparkzoo.com

Museum of Science and Industry, www.mosi.com

Tampa Museum of Art, www.tampamuseumofart.com

Central Florida Attractions:

Sea World and Discovery Cove

Takes families below the surface, above the waters and beyond their expectations. More than 200 acres of up-close animal encounters, thrilling attractions and lavish performances immerse guests in the mysteries of the sea. Whether coming face to face with Shamu, petting dolphins, counting the teeth on a shark or feeding the seals, vacation adventures become lifelong memories at SeaWorld.

Admission: Ages 10 and up $64.95, Ages 3-9 $53.95

Florida Resident Deal: For the same price as a single-day ticket, residents can revisit their favorite theme park again and again through out the year.

800-237-2424

www.seaworld.com

Universal Studios and Island of Adventure

Universal Orlando® Resort is more than a theme park. It’s an entire universe of action and thrills featuring TWO spectacular theme parks unlike anything else in Orlando. At both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure every member of the family can share unforgettable experiences together. You can have the ultimate adventure, enjoy fun with your kids, rejuvenate yourself, have a romantic dinner, challenge yourself on incredible theme park rides, and relax by the pool in a beautiful Florida setting.

We pack more excitement per square foot than anywhere else on earth – it’s Orlando’s most extraordinary vacation destination!

Admission: Ages 10 and up $, Ages 3-9 $

Florida Resident Deal: Limited Time Offer - 1-Day/1-Park Ticket - $49.95 Add a 2nd park for $10 more.

www.universalorlando.com

Walt Disney World

Discover a time when more dreams than ever are going to come true. - The Year of a Million Dreams, a first-of-its-kind event celebrating the magical way Disney Cast Members make Disney dreams come true like never before.

Admission: Ages 10 and up $60.30, Ages 3-9 $51.00

Florida Resident Deal: Enjoy three days of Disney fun for only $40 plus tax, per day with the

3-Day Play Pass. This pass includes admission to one of the four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks per day for three days.

www.disneyworld.com

Cypress Gardens Adventure Parks

The park spans over 150 acres and features 39 thrilling rides, including 6 roller coasters, and a variety of entertaining attractions and concerts.

Admission: Ages 10-54 $39.95, Ages 3-9 and 54 and up $34.95

Florida Resident Deal: Enjoy 2 days of Fun for less than $23 a day.

863-324-2111

www.cypressgardens.com

Orlando Resorts:

Gaylord Palms Resort

Location: 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, 34746. Twenty minutes from Orlando International Airport

Recreational Activities: La Petite Kids Station, two pools (one for kids and one for adults), shopping, live nightly entertainment, 9-hole putting course, bocce court and volleyball.

Rates: $250-$450

Reservations: 407-586-2000

Web: www.gaylordpalms.com

Ginn Reunion Resort

A 2,300 acre luxury golf resort just minutes from Disney, has something for everyone in the family (Golf, Annika Academy, Tennis, Spa, Kids Crew Camp, Water Park, daily activities and more.

Location: 1000 Reunion Way in Reunion Florida, 34747. Twenty five minutes from Orlando International Airport

Recreational Activities: Three 18 hole golf courses, tennis, spa, fitness center, horseback riding, seven pools, Jacuzzis, children’s camp, bike and segway rentals, and nature trails.

Restaurants: Forte Restaurant offers fine dining and wine tasting events and Eleven offers casual dining on the 11th floor of the Reunion Grande overlooking the pool, where you can catch Epcot’s nightly fireworks.

Rates: Villas start at $169 per night, homes at $219 per night

Reservations: 1-866-615-0194

Web: www.reunionresort.com