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Boca Raton
Boca Raton is a city on the east coast of Florida between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. The name is Spanish for "Mouse Mouth" (although the Chamber of Commerce tries to give less plausible alternative explanations of the meaning), which presumably comes from the shape of an inlet when the town was founded.
Boca, as it's known by locals, started growing in earnest in the 1920s, with the help of fanciful nouveau-riche architect Addison Mizner, who also helped design Palm Beach, 30 some miles north. Much of downtown was (and is being) built in "Addison Mizner-style" architecture, using distinctive bright orange and more subdued pinks in its Old Spanish theme with a touch of Venice.
Boca's long history of catering to the well-to do has given it a snobbish reputation, but it has many features that can be enjoyed by visitors even if they are on a much less lavish budget. The city enjoys a much higher standard of living than many of its neighbors, giving it a well manicured appearance with many amenities. Visitors can enjoy the limited nightlife and much more extensive beaches, great at any time of day, any time of year.

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Hotels in Boca Raton

Sea Gate Resort Score 5.825 from 3 reviews
2909 Vistamar Street 5.83/10
Weekly stay guests receive full housekeeping service once a week. Guests are responsible for cleaning their dishes during their stay and before check-out. ... more
 
Embassy Suites Boca Raton Score 0 from 0 reviews
661 Northwest 53rd Street 0/10
Only a short distance from many area attractions as well as Boca Raton's beautiful beaches, this all-suite hotel features many modern and thoughtful amenities, along with spacious accommodation. Spend the day at the Spanish River Beach, visit the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens or shop at Mizner Park, all situated close to the Boca Raton Embassy Suites. The corporate offices of IBM, Siemens and Office Depot can also be found close to the hotel. Begin the morning with the Embassy Suites Boca Raton's free cooked-to-order breakfast, or with a workout in the state-of-the-art fitness centre. Relax on the hotel's comfortable signature beds and listen to music on MP3 and iPod compatible radios. Finish the day with the free evening reception. ... more
 
Avalon Waterfront Inn Score 3.875 from 11 reviews
521 Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard 3.88/10
Public transportation access adjacent to the property. ... more
 
Comfort Inn & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Score 6.15 from 4 reviews
3551 West Commercial Boulevard 6.15/10
This Fort Lauderdale, Florida hotel is in the business district, near the BankAtlantic Center and Butterfly World. The offers a free daily breakfast and free on-site parking. Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale provides a free continental breakfast every morning. Guests can also use the outdoor pool or the fitness center. A hot tub and business center are also on-site. Guest rooms at the Ft. Lauderdale Comfort Inn features coffee makers and work desk. Microwaves and mini-refrigerators are also included in each room. Lockhart Stadium and the Sawgrass Mills mall are minutes from the Comfort Inn in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is within a short drive. ... more
 
Cheston House - A Gay Resort Score 8.775 from 9 reviews
520 North Birch Road 8.78/10
Suntan lotions, beach chairs and umbrellas are available to all Cheston House guests, at no additional charge. ... more
 
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Dolphin Surfing Guaranteed!
Dolphins love to body surf the tremendous wake created by the Sea Thriller Speedboat. The wake is just like a wave rolling in on the beach, but it lasts a lot longer.

Dolphins will follow the Sea Thriller effortlessly riding or body "surfing" and jumping this rolling wall of water.

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St Augustine Sunset Helicopter Tour Varies

St Augustine Sunset Helicopter Tour

Looking for the perfect way to propose or celebrate your anniversary or honeymoon? Look no further! The Romance Sunset Tour offers the most romantic setting in St. Augustine.

You'll depart east just as the sun is setting and head south over 12 miles of beach returning back over the beach just in time to enjoy a spectacular view of St. Augustine as the sun sets over the Old Downtown. This is a trip you will never forget!

Flight distance is 32 miles

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Swim with Dolphins at Miami SeaQuarium 16 hours

Swim with Dolphins at Miami SeaQuarium

Departing Orlando for your day trip to Miami you will arrive at Bayside Miami where there is free time to look around the stores or to ride the Island Queen Cruise around world famous Star Island (additional fees apply).

Continue to Key Biscayne, home of Miami SeaQuarium - South Florida's number 1 attraction. You've heard the mysterious legends and fascinating facts about one of the world's most magnificent marine mammals - now you can experience these animals hands-on. Join the Miami SeaQuarium Marine Mammal Training Staff for an exciting two-hour program that offers an insightful look at dolphin behavior.

Learn about these extraordinary marine mammals before you slip into a wetsuit and follow the trainers into the water for a one-on-one interaction with the dolphin! Your in-water, dolphin interaction will include feeding, touching and learning about these magnificent animals. You will also be able to take "rides" with the dolphins across the pool.

Following your swim you will be transported to South Beach to enjoy time for dinner on seductive Ocean Drive (dinner not included).

Please Note: To swim with the dolphins, participants MUST be able to read and understand English, be at least 52" tall - NO EXCEPTIONS. Expectant mothers cannot swim and jewelry cannot be worn in the water. All people under 52" will be observers only. If you wish to visit Miami SeaQuarium and attend the Swim with the Dolphins program as an observer only, please select the "Dolphin View" option.

Your tour includes a breakfast bag which is given to you in the morning and consists of orange juice, banana, fruit cup, baked bread with preserves and a fruit pastry which are provided fresh from a local bakery.

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