Crystal River
Crystal River is a city in Central Florida.
Crystal River is located in Citrus County, approximately 90 miles northwest of Tampa near the Gulf of Mexico. This tranquil community is known as the place “Where Man and Manatee Play.” Manatees abound in the year round 72-degree spring fed waters in Crystal River from the months of November through March. You can go swimming with these gentle creatures that sometimes let you get close enough to scratch their bellies! Crystal River offers manatee safaris, manatee snorkeling tours and dive tours. Built around Kings Bay, near the Homosassa River, Crystal River also offers fishing, boating, camping, nature trails for hiking, canoeing and kayaking. There are nine area golf courses near Crystal River. Some of the other interesting places to visit near Crystal River includes the Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, the Naber Kids Doll Factory and the Crystal River State Archeological Site. This area boasts a wide variety of restaurants, hotels, motels and other vacation rentals. Crystal River, located on Florida’s “Nature Coast,” is an eco-tourism paradise that visitors of all ages are sure to enjoy.
The so-called Nature Coast keeps its secret: the river-riddled, marsh-mellow coastline of Citrus, Hernando and Pasco Counties is tailor-made for fishing, boating and kayaking among manatees, otters, bald eagles, swallowtail kites and more than 200 other species of birds that have been spotted there. Northernmost Citrus County alone holds four of Florida’s designated Outstanding Waters – rivers Withlacoochee, Homosassa, Crystal and Chassahowitzka. All empty into Gulf of Mexico bay waters mottled with verdant, gnarly mangrove islands. Each year, October through March, the warm waters of spring-fed Crystal and Homosassa river hosts the largest herd of manatees in the U.S.
The homey town of Crystal River has become synonymous with the gentle sea giants, in fact. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge was created specifically to protect the endangered species and can arrange boat and kayak tours designed for spotting them in their habitat. Those who want to get closer take to the waters with snorkels or scuba gear to swim among them, but no touching allowed!
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Hotels in Crystal River
 | Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Inverness  |
Score 7.5 from 1 reviews | | 903 East Gulf to Lake Highway |  |
| Off Highway 44 and only a short distance from downtown Inverness and other local attractions and activities, this hotel features spacious guestrooms furnished with microwaves and mini-refrigerators.
Begin the day at the Holiday Inn Express Inverness with a free hot breakfast and a free weekday newspaper. Get energized in the 24-hour fitness center, relax by the outdoor swimming pool or browse the internet with free wireless access.
Take a manatee tour on Crystal River, explore Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park or enjoy top-rated golf courses, all available only minutes from the Inverness Holiday Inn Express. ... more | | |
 | Plantation Golf Resort & Spa  |
Score 4.5 from 1 reviews | | 9301 West Fort Island Trail | |
| The hotel's Plantation Room restaurant serves fresh dishes prepared with the finest natural ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
For a great place to relax, guests can visit the Library Lounge and sip on a favorite drink while enjoying a light meal.
The 19th Hole Bar & Grill features refreshing beverages as well as a lunch menu offering burgers, hotdogs or sandwiches.
Located next to the hotel's lagoon-style pool, the seasonal Plantation Tiki Bar boasts light fare and tropical cocktails.
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 | Van der Valk Inverness  |
Score 0 from 0 reviews | | 4543 East Windmill Drive | |
| Van der Valk Inverness offers free unlimited green fees on 4 local golf courses are included in the rental price. ... more | | | | More hotels in Crystal River |
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On this survey of downtown St. Augustine, you'll depart southeast from the airport following the intracoastal waterway to Anastasia Island. You'll enjoy a birds eye view of such landmarks as the St. Augustine Lighthouse, the Bridge of Lions, the Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, and the Nombre de Dios Mission before swinging west around the south side of town and north to capture spectacular views of the Old Downtown against the beautiful Florida coastline. Flight distance is 32 miles
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Jack Fields AgencyLocated in quaint downtown kissimmee, Jack Fields Agency is among some of the most historic storefronts, with most buildings built around 1900. Take a stroll down Main St. and you'll be transported back to the early 1900's where storefronts are friendly and inviting, each specializing in their own trade. Don't forget to stop by The Someday Shop and say hi to Jan.
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| tel: | 407-870-5534 |
| openingHours: | 9am-5pm |
| address: | 10 E Monument Ave. |
| email: | druffej@nationwide.com |
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Experience the new face of entertainment at Universal Orlando Resort with Blue Man Group. The Blue Man Group's unique form of entertainment combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics that creates a blissful party atmosphere that people of all ages agree is a totally outrageous experience. World-renowned for their live stage shows, Blue Man Group now brings their eclectic mix of live music, fantastic percussion instruments, unexpected humor and so much more to Orlando - and the only place in town you will find a show as astounding as this is at Universal Orlando Resort. Experience two amazing theme parks, non-stop nightlife, and three world-class hotels - all within walking distance of the extraordinary Blue Man Group.
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Swim with the Fishes at Florida Aquarium is an in-water reef adventure that gives you the opportunity to encounter one of the Florida Keys most beautiful coral reef dive sites without being a certified SCUBA diver. You will wear a small SCUBA tank, regulator and floatation device that keeps you on the surface. This allows you to experience the thrill of SCUBA diving from the surface, while enjoying all of the sights below. PURPOSE: To provide a unique experience, especially for kids, that teaches the basic concepts of SCUBA and to see the beauty of Floridas aquatic environments through the exhibit. WHERE: The spectacular Coral Reefs Exhibit at The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, Florida 33602 CORAL REEF EXHIBIT FACTS: The Coral Reefs Gallery simulates a 60-foot dive modeled after an actual dive site in the Dry Tortugas near Key West, Florida. In this 500,000-gallon tank, you will see a reef that is the base for a vibrant community of live animals that includes more than 2,000 animals, representing about 65 species, all native to Florida. REQUIREMENTS: No previous training or experience is necessary. SAFETY: There will be 2 dive masters in the water with the group at all times. All dive team members are CPR, first aid and emergency oxygen trained.
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