EXCITING PLACES TO VISIT WHILE STAYING at
THE OASIS at COUNTRYSIDE MANOR

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And now we are also pleased to announce that you can now also book Hot Air Balloon Rides in Orlando, Florida. Fly over beautiful landscapes and lakes of sunny Orlando.

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BOK TOWER GARDENS

Visit this magnificent garden and historic carillon tower now a National Historic Landmark. Daily carillon recitals; visitor center; cafe; gift shop; picnic area.
Open daily 8 a.m.-5p.m. U.S. 27 and S. R. 60 at Lake Wales. (813)676-1408

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA

Guests of all ages have a variety of experiences exploring this 300-acre family entertainment park. The most popular attraction on Florida's west coast. Visitors experience a unique combination of thrilling rides, zoological habitats and live entertainment. Open 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (extended in summer and selected holidays). (813)987-5082

Boggy Creak Airboats

Imagine flying like the wind into the swamps experiencing the awesome feel of the airboat ride traveling in speeds up to 45 miles per hour. Imagine this unforgettable journey right here in the Orlando attraction area at Boggy Creek Airboat Rides because we are. "The Central Florida Everglades"

DISCOVERY COVE

Located in Orlando, Discovery Cove, provides the perfect back drop for memorable family vacations. Everyone can experience the thrills of interacting with amazing animals, swim and play with dolphins and snorkeling through a coral reef, all in a tropical setting with no crowds and no lines. Reservations and information are available by calling toll-free (877) 4-DISCOVERY.

GATORLAND

"Alligator Capital of the World". Three exciting shows - Gator Jumparoo, Gator Wrestlin' and the Snakes of Florida. Ride Gatorland Express Railroad. Try gator ribs and gator nuggets at Pearl's Smokehouse. Open daily 8 a.m. till dusk. 14501 S. Orange Blossom Tr. (Hwy. 441) between Orlando and Kissimmee. (407)855-5496 or (800)393-JAWS

GREAT EXPLORATIONS, THE HANDS ON MUSEUM

There's always something new at this fascinating "hands on" museum with a variety of exciting interactive exhibits: a 96-foot pitch black "Touch Tunnel", "Think Tank", "Phenomenal Arts", "Body Shop", "Explore Galore", unique museum store, changing exhibits. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon. - Sat.; Noon - 5 p.m., Sun. 1120 4th St. S., St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (813)821-8992

GREEN MEADOWS FARM

A "hands-on" two-hour guided tour of over 300 farm animals. Everyone milks a cow; pony rides for children; hay rides for all. Picnic area under "grandfather oaks". Seasonal events. Continuous tours: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., open till 5:30 p.m. Five miles south of Hwy. 192 on Poinciana Blvd., Kissimmee, FL 32742. (407)846-0770

Horseworld Stables

A good horse beneath you. A blue sky above. And hundreds of acres to explore with good folks who like you. No stress! No phones! Just the creaking of saddle leather and the smell of clean fresh air. That's the beauty of a visit to Horse World Stables, just south of Orlando in the Walt Disney World Resort area.

HOMOSASSA SPRINGS STATE WILDLIFE PARK

Walk underwater in the natural spring and meet our friendly manatees. Stroll nature trails and see and learn about Florida's wildlife. Daily educational programs and Children's Education Centre. Open 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ticket counter closes at 4 p.m. Located on U.S. 19 in Homosassa Springs, FL 34448 (904)628-2311

The official visitor center at Kennedy Space Center, the world's only launch and landing base of America's Space Shuttle. Two hour bus tours and three different IMAX movie presentations available. Open everyday except Christmas. SPACEPORT USA, Mail Code: TWRS, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 (407)452-2121

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Travel back to the days of yore at central Florida's #1 dinner attraction, near Disney on Highway 192. Guests will feast on a regal banquet inside the 1,000 seat, 11th-century, European-style castle and cheer for daring knights on horseback competing in tournament games, sword fighting and jousting matches. (407)396-1518

Fun for "kids" 1 to 101! Over 400 "minds-on" activities-planetarium, space simulators, hurricane chamber, butterfly garden. More than you ever imagined. Coming in Spring 95 - Florida's first IMAX� DOME Theatre and Star Trek�: Federation Science exhibit. 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33617 (813)987-6300

Hundreds of unbelievable exhibits and displays will entertain groups of all ages! A wonderful, low-cost option in the heart of the tourist sector. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily; suggested visit: 60-90 min. 8201 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819 (407)363-4418

One of Florida's foremost cultural attractions and home to the world's most comprehensive collection of works by the late Spanish surrealist Salvador Dali. Recommended by AAA. Great gift shop. Tours daily. Open 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. daily except Sun. and Mon. Noon - 5:30 p.m. 1000 Third Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (813)823-3767.

Universal Studios Florida

Thrill to 400+ acres of incredible rides, shows and attractions at the #1 movie studio and theme park in the world! Experience Back To The Future® The Ride, the E. T. Adventure®, Kongfrontation®, and JAWS®! Daily 9 a.m. Located at I-4 and FL Turnpike, Orlando, FL 32819 (407)363-8000.

U.S. ASTRONAUT HALL OF FAME

Visit nation's only facility dedicated to telling stories of America's space heroes. Experience astronaut adventure first hand. Take a trip into the future aboard full-scale orbiter mock-up, be whirled in a centrifuge, and more! Daily, except Christmas from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. West of Kennedy Space Center. (407)269-6100

Weeki Wachee Springs -The "City of Mermaids"

Features a live underwater production of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid". Other attractions include the Wilderness River Cruise, exotic and birds-of-prey shows and the animal forest petting zoo. Located 45 min. north of Tampa on U.S. 19 (800)678-9335