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The Official tourism blog for Visit Central Florida. Looking for things to do in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Davenport or Lake Wales? We have the latest about Central Florida events, restaurants, attractions, nature, fishing and more!
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LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD Opening in 2019 at LEGOLAND Flo…
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Star Wars The Force Awakens at LEGOLAND Florida
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Special Offers for Hospitality Industry Employees
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Impact of Tourism in Polk County
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New Tours at Safari Wilderness This Summer
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Free Admission Offers to Bok Tower Gardens
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Bok Tower Gardens Summer Concerts
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Flying Tigers Baseball is Back
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What's New in Lakeland - Restaurants & Shops
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The Great LEGO® Race at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Now Open
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LEGOLAND® Water Park is Open
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New First Responders Exhibit at Explorations V Children’s Museum
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Peak Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens
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Celebrate Spring Training at our Visitor Information Center
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SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo
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Tigers Spring Training Tickets on Sale Jan. 13
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Streamsong Black Named Best New Course of 2017 by GOLF Magazine
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Circle B Bar Reserve Events in January
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Last-Minute Christmas Gift Guide for the Win
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It's BBQ Season in Central Florida
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Holiday VIP Experiences at LEGOLAND® Florida
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Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in December
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Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate and More at Bok Tower Gardens
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Holiday Events and Activities in Central Florida
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50 Ways to Experience Central Florida’s Polk County Like a Tourist
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Unique Biplane Ride Experiences
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Celebrate Veterans Day at Out Visitor Center
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Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in November
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LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Announces Awesome Events for 2018
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BOGO Tickets at VIC Fall Harvest Festival
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Streamsong Black Now Open for Play
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New Attraction Opening at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
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Roll Through Lakeland with Swan City Cycles
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Halloween Events and Autumn Festivals in Central Florida
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Citrus Label Tour of Polk County
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FL and GA Resident Save at Westgate River Ranch Resort
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Celebrate Halloween at LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Brick-or-Treat
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Eclipse Viewing Event at Bok Tower Gardens
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Ultimate Experience Packages at Streamsong Resort
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Kids Stay and Play FREE at LEGOLAND
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Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
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Summer at LEGOLAND - Discounts and Schedule Updates
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Celebrate Independence Day in Central Florida
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Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant
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Celebrate Summer at Our Visitor Information Center
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Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
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Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in April
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All Things Volkswagen in Lakeland
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Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in March
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Quest to LEGOLAND - a GPS Mobile App “Built for Kids”
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7 Reasons to Have a Girls Weekend at Westgate River Ranch
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Open House at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
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Celebrate Love this February
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Guided Hikes and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in February
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LEGO® NINJAGO® World Opens in January
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‘Tis the Season – For Oysters!
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Get the Experience of a Lifetime During Detroit Tigers Fantasy Camp
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12 O’Clock High Radio-Controlled Aircraft Fly-In
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Bok Tower Gardens Hammock Hollow Children's Garden
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Tram Tours and More at Circle B Bar Reserve in October
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Grove House Visitor Center Wednesday and Saturday Events
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83 Beach-Themed Bungalows on Lake Dexter
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Drawn to Central Florida: Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture
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Vote for Courtney Sexton, Miss Florida 2016
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Bok Tower Gardens hosts Pokemon “GO to the Gardens”
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Florida Kids Go Free at LEGOLAND Florida Resort
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A Cow Named MOO Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Drawn to Central Florida: LEGOLAND Florida Resort
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Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro
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New Mural at Polk Museum of Art
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Nature Photography Exhibit at Polk County History Center
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Drawn to Central Florida: Bok Tower Gardens
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20 Ideas for Dad in Central Florida this Father’s Day
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Drawn to Central Florida: SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo
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Outdoor Kitchen & Edible Garden at Bok Tower Gardens is Open
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Drawn to Central Florida: Joker Marchant Stadium
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Kate Upton and Justin Verlander Host the 2nd Annual Grand Slam Adoption Event
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Luxe Teepees Added to Glamping Options at Westgate River Ranch
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Easter Egg Hunts: Hippity, Hoppity, Hooray!
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Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team Playing in Auburndale
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Curious George: Let's Get Curious! is taking over Explorations V Children's Museum
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All-New Events Promise More Fun at LEGOLAND Florida Resort in 2016
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Best Kid-Friendly Rainy Day Fun in Central Florida
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Get a Sneak Peak at “The LEGO® Movie™ 4D A New Adventure”
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Burgers, BBQ and Candied Bacon Mac at Fat Maggie's
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Business Travelers Can Now Rent Temporary Office Space in Lakeland
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Christmas Bricktacular Returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
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Meet Santa at our VIC this Saturday
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Don't Miss Florida Flywheelers Antique Engine Club's Christmas in the Village
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We Visit Andy's Igloo for Milkshakes and Hamburgers
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Tour de Cupcake - Our Search for the Best Sweet Treats
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LEGOLAND® Florida Resort Honors U.S. Veterans in November
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2nd Annual Florida Citrus Celebration at Bok Tower Gardens
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Red Top Pit Stop Serves Great Hamburgers
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Art + Food and Art Crawl at Polk Museum of Art
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SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus has Unique Space for Almost Any Event
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Four-legged Fundraiser Benefiting Humane Society
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Lake Eva Community Center Offers One-of-a-Kind Event Opportunities
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Famed Candy and Jelly at Davidson of Dundee
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