4 Non-Resort Attractions in Florida

by: Sarah Maple
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You'd be forgiven for presuming that most Europeans who visit Florida stick to the Lake Buena Vista area close to the amusement parks such as Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Studios. However, Florida state also contains a wealth of other attractions that are just as unique and sometimes unexpected. With airlines competing to offer cheap flights to Orlando this summer, let's take a look at some of the less obvious visitor attractions in the Sunshine State.

Siesta Key
On Florida's west coast lies the barrier island of Siesta Key. Last year Siesta Beach was named the Best Sand Beach in America by the Travel Channel, but the area has an established history of being popular for those eager to spend time on the coast. The area is unique in that it has been protected from development and human encroachment due to the work of Otis Kiesow - and today the clean waters are popular (but not crowded) and often used for snorkelling and fishing.

Tate's Hell State Forest
To the north east, Tate's hell is home to over 800 square kilometres of forest and swamp land. Despite much of the area being impassable, there is much to be seen for those with an interest in nature and the area is home to a number of endangered and rare species, such as the bald eagle, the black bear and the gopher tortoise. The area gets its name from the legend of Cebe Tate who wandered the woods for seven nights in search of a panther. When he returned he muttered the words: ‘My name is Cebe Tate, and I just came from Hell!' before promptly dying. Today the area offers camping, canoeing and picnicking.

Everglades
The Everglades cover the southern tip of the Florida peninsula, with the national park being visited by a million people a year on average. Established to protect a fragile and unique ecosystem, Everglades National Park boast the American alligator and the Florida panther among its residents. There are over 300 campsites in the area, however unlike Siesta and Tate's Hell, swimming water recreation is not recommended due to the abundance of dangerous animals. The Everglades are blessed with a tropical climate.

Kennedy Space Centre
For those seeking the prime juxtaposition of technological advancement and Florida nature, they should visit Kennedy Space Centre on Merritt Island on the east coast. If you time your trip well you may be able to coincide with a rocket launch. However the visitor complex is open the year round and includes craft, technology, a Rocket Garden - but it is worth it for the Vehicle Assembly Building (the fourth largest building in the world by volume) alone.

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Sarah Maple writes about travel, places, city breaks and package holidays.

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