Category Archives: circus

Gone Florida Attractions: Miss Them or Did They Suck?

Posted on April 22, 2018 by floridatraveler

As a historian I have a great appreciation of the story and evolution of Florida tourist attractions.  Since I was a small child, my family’s annual visits to the Sunshine State brought memories of experiences at Florida attractions – some … Continue reading →

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Sarasota Is Still The City of The Arts

Posted on May 2, 2017 by floridatraveler

In 1936 circus magnate John Ringling died.  The man once worth over $200 million dollars had just $311 in his bank account. Yet in his will he gave to the State of Florida Ca’d’Zan, his 1.2 million dollar waterfront mansion, … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Famous Mansions Are Open To Visit

Posted on November 8, 2016 by floridatraveler

Whenever my wife and I vacation in North Carolina, we have to stay at the incredible Biltmore complex, the largest private house in the United States.  I’m not certain I would want to reside in a place with 43 bathrooms … Continue reading →

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Florida Is A Wild Animal Retirement Paradise

Posted on January 26, 2016 by floridatraveler

Ringling Brothers opened their 2016 circus season in Tampa, the company’s winter headquarters, and I noticed that each year the elephant performers are less and less. In two years all the Ringling elephants will be retired to the Center for … Continue reading →

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Extreme Florida Vacations Are Just A Click Away

Posted on March 23, 2015 by floridatraveler

Most Florida tourists and snow-birds are satisfied with a trip to Disney World and a good beach, but thousands of others take advantage of Florida’s climate and terrain to engage in extreme sports and unusual adventures.  Floridians, of course, get these … Continue reading →

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