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Dawn's Florida Travel Blog December 2005 Archive

By Dawn Henthorn, About.com Guide to Florida Travel since 2000

Take a Gamble on a Florida Vacation

Thursday December 29, 2005
Whether you win or lose, you'll surely to "hit the jackpot" with these vacation ideas: A sure bet for Vegas-style gaming are these Indian Casinos. They're an odds on favorite with ... Read More

Best of Florida, 2005

Wednesday December 28, 2005
While taking a look back at 2005, I've discovered some really good reasons to visit Florida. Besides the obvious — plenty of sunshine, beautiful beaches, spectacular sunsets, wonderful resorts, popular ... Read More

Glide Into New Year

Tuesday December 27, 2005
      One of the most fun tours I have ever taken was aboard a Segway® HT. It was such an awesome experience to glide along St. Petersburg's beautiful waterfront and learn ... Read More

New Year's Eve Celebrations

Monday December 26, 2005
10... 9... 8... 7... 6... 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... Happy New Year! Well, not quite, but it is time to make those New Year plans if you haven't already. ... Read More

Holiday Wishes

Sunday December 25, 2005
Whether you are away on vacation, visiting relatives or home for the holidays; and , no matter what you celebrate — Christmas or Hanukkah — best wishes for a holiday ... Read More

Holiday Traditions

Friday December 23, 2005
One of our holiday traditions is to put together a jigsaw puzzle. We usually buy a 1,000-piece one with a holiday theme and set it up on a card table ... Read More

Going to Grandma's House?

Tuesday December 20, 2005
     'Tis the season for goin' to Grandma's house, and that may mean a road trip. We might sing "over the river and through the woods," but we are most likely ... Read More

Christmas Lights Shining Bright... in your community!

Monday December 19, 2005
It isn't just the attractions that are decked out for the holidays. One of my favorite things to do (after everything else gets done) is to drive around and enjoy ... Read More

Scenic Christmas Cruises

Sunday December 18, 2005
      For more than 30 years, cruising the canals of Punta Gorda has been a Christmas tradition for many families. The city's residents do a fantastic job decorating their backyards, seawalls, ... Read More

Busch Gardens and SeaWorld Raise Ticket Prices

Saturday December 17, 2005
      Your wallet will need to be a little fatter the next time you visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or SeaWorld Orlando. The two parks will raise their gate admissions by ... Read More

Florida Residents: Be a Kid Again ... and SAVE!

Wednesday December 14, 2005
      Now through December 25, Florida "grown-ups" can revisit their youth and capture great savings with SeaWorld Orlando's "Be A Kid Again" promotion. Purchase a one-day ticket, a 2-day two-park ticket ... Read More

Just 5 more nights...

Tuesday December 13, 2005
      There isn't much time left to enjoy one of the most popular Disney World holiday traditions... Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Parades, entertainment, fireworks and snow flurries on Main Street ... Read More

Is It Cheaper to Drive or Fly?

Friday December 9, 2005
     If you're planning on traveling this holiday season, deciding whether it is cheaper to drive or fly is difficult. Gasoline prices and airline tickets are soaring. AAA has created a ... Read More

Florida's State Parks Celebrate the Season

Thursday December 8, 2005
Leave the hustle and bustle of the holidays behind and "get back to nature" while you enjoy some holiday festivities at these Florida State Park events. Holiday Cruise and Dinner Edward Ball ... Read More

Seasonal Carillon Music

Tuesday December 6, 2005
      If you're looking for a kinder, gentler holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the malls, there are two places in Florida to enjoy beautiful carillon concerts.       Enjoy the peaceful ... Read More

Gaylord Palms' ICE!

Tuesday December 6, 2005
      ICE! has returned to the Gaylord Palms Resort and is chilling and thrilling guests as part of the resort's "Best of Florida Christmas" celebration. The unique attraction, hand-carved form nearly ... Read More

Florida New Year Celebrations

Friday December 2, 2005
10... 9... 8... 7... 6... 5... 4... 3... 2... 1... Happy New Year! Well, not quite, but it is time to make those New Year plans. If you'll be in ... Read More

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