Florida’s Top Family Destinations Lie in Its Wilderness

Quick Summary:

• Florida offers family-friendly activities beyond traditional theme parks like Disney World and Universal Studios.
• Activities include:

– Snorkeling and “Snuba” diving off the coast for underwater exploration.
– Dolphin spotting at Key West National wildlife Refuge or Marco Island with experts like Honest Eco Tours and Dolphin Explorer excursions.
– Kayaking through Ten Thousand Islands in Everglades National park to observe wildlife,historical artifacts,and learn about the Calusa Indian tribe’s resistance against Spanish colonists.
– Boardwalk tours through Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve for alligator sightings along with diverse wetland creatures like turtles,otters,fishing spiders,and wading birds.
– Touring The Turtle Hospital in Marathon to see rehabilitation work on injured turtles such as green sea turtles or Kemp’s Ridley species while supporting their conservation efforts through entry fees.
– Exploring Thomas Edison’s holiday home and laboratory in Fort Myers to view prototypes of his inventions alongside early Ford cars; children can engage in scavenger hunts tied to pelican motifs.
– Dining opportunities ranging from fresh seafood platters at Half Shell Raw Bar to classic diner-style Americana experiences at Ford’s Garage serving burgers paired with indulgent desserts like Key lime pie.

• Photographed highlights include alligators navigating Everglade swamps.

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