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Great Escape
A look at what to do in the major U.S. and
worldwide tourist destinations. -- March 13, 2006
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During the mid-to-late 19th century, Jacksonville was
billed as the "winter city in summerland" and became a haven for
those seeking respite from the colder northern climates. The warm, sunny
climate, beautiful beaches, a major shipping port, and the busy waterways drew
tourists from around the world.
The city has quietly evolved into a major business center
of the South. In 1993 the National Football League awarded a franchise to
Jacksonville, pushing the city into the national spotlight. Today,
Jacksonville is an exciting, vibrant city that maximizes its natural
attributes and reaches out to welcome visitors.
On March 16 and 18, you can check out NCAA Basketball
Championship games at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. On the 20th
through the 26th, you can catch the PGA Players Championship at Sawgrass.
Median income -- $40,316
Median house value -- $87,800
For more information, visit www.jaxcvb.com
or call 1-800-733-2668.
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| The Top 10
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| Tree Hill Nature Center 904-724-4646
Tree Hill is comprised of 50 acres or
urban wilderness. Through educational programs, workshops and special
events, Tree Hill is a resource for environmental education,
conservation and awareness. |
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| Timucuan Preserve/Kingsley Plantation 904-251-3537
This 46,000 acre National Park Unit is
located Fort Caroline National Memorial offers hiking, photography,
fishing, birding and boating. |
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| Jacksonville Landing 904-353-1188
At Jacksonville Landing, you'll get great
dining, excellent shopping, fun entertainment and a fabulous St. John's
River view in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. |
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| Talbot Islands State Parks 904-251-2320
Talbot Islands State Parks is a chain of
barrier islands, located north of the St. Johns River. The park offers
miles of beaches, kayaking, horseback riding, fishing, camping, hiking,
nature trails and picnic pavilions. |
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| Museum of Science and History (MOSH) 904-396-MOSH
MOSH serves to increase the knowledge of
residents and visitors on the topics of physical science, history,
astronomy and natural science through exhibits, events and programs. |
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| Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens 904-757-4463
The Jacksonville Zoo is the only walking
safari in Northeast Florida with over 1,000 rare and exotic animals. |
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| Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art (JMOMA) 904-366-6911
JMOMA is the largest modern and
contemporary art museum in the Southeast. Film series and lectures are
offered in the 125-seat theater and family fun at ArtExplorium Loft. |
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| Fort Caroline National Memorial 904-641-7155
This park memorializes the 16th century
French effort to establish a permanent colony in Florida. The site
includes a full-scale rendering of the fort, nature trails and more. |
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| FCCJ Artist Series 1-888-860-2929
FCCJ Artist Series is Jacksonville's
presenter of national and international touring productions with a
series filled with the hottest Broadway shows, opera, dance and family
entertainment. |
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| Adventure Landing 904-246-4386
Adventure Landing is open year-round,
offering go-karts, a mega-arcade, laser tag and mini-golf. Shipwreck Island
Water Park is seasonal. Fun for the whole family. |
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