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Get big discounts on family entertainment

Contributor: Kerry Kavanaugh
Email: kkavanaugh@abcactionnews.com
Last Update: 6/04/2009 12:58 pm
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TAMPA, FL -- This summer, expect high temperatures accompanied by low funds. That could make for one long, dull summer. Fortunately, Consumer Reporter Kerry Kavanaugh has researched cheaper options that save you money, while having fun at the same time.

1. Backyard Trips

Dino World
http://www.dinoworld.net
Description: See over 150 life size dinosaurs which are displayed outdoors with explanatory signs and search for authentic fossils in an paleontological setting.

Location:
5145 Harvey Tew Road
Plant City, FL 33565

Cost:
$12.75 for adults
$9.75 for children ages 3 to 12
$10.75 for seniors over 60-

Discount:
Free admission on your birthday.

Silver Springs
http://www.silversprings.com
352-236-2121

Description: No matter what your age, there are plenty of rides and attractions at Silver Springs that will make you laugh, fill you with wonder, and provide a glimpse into what life was like here more than 10,000 years ago.

Location:
5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
Silver Springs, FL 34488

Cost:
General Admission $34.99
Seniors (age 55+)  $30.99
Children (age 3-10) $24.99

Discount:
Buy one get one free adult admission

Weeki Wachee
http://weekiwachee.com/main
(352) 592-5656

Description:
Watch a live underwater mermaid show or visit the Buccaneer Bay water park.

Location:
6131 Commercial Way
Weeki Wachee, FL 34606

Cost:

When water park is closed:
Adults: $14.68
Child (Ages 6 - 10): $11.66

When water park open:
Adults: $26.57
Child (Ages 6-10): $18.05

St Augustine Alligator Farm
http://www.alligatorfarm.us

Description:
Observe many species of animals including a wide variety of exotic reptiles found nowhere else in Florida.

Location:
999 Anastasia Blvd.
St. Augustine, Florida 32080

Cost:
Adults (12 & up)  $21.95
Children (Ages 3-11) $10.95
Wheelchairs (Adults) $10.97
Wheelchairs (Children) $5.48

Discounts:
Print this coupon to receive $1 off admission
http://www.alligatorfarm.us/print.html

A Crystal River Kayak Company, Inc. - Kayaks and Beyond
http://www.crystalriverkayakcompany.com/

Description:
Crystal River is the place to kayak, canoe, swim, and snorkel. There are kayak rentals, canoe rentals, canoe Trips and kayak Tours.

Location:
1326 S.E. U.S. Hwy. 19
Crystal River, FL, 34429

Cost:
Varies by time and size of kayak/canoe

Discount:
10% off kayak rentals until August 31st

A Ultimate Airboat Rides
www.aorlandoairboats.com

Description:
Florida Airboat rides are a mixture of thrills and excitement as we glide thru the headwaters of the Florida Everglades.

Location:
1495 Riviera Dr.
Kissimmee, FL, 34744

Cost:
1 hour = $45

Discount:
March 1st thru august 1st 2009: $5.00 off adults 1-hour tour

Billie Swamp Safari
http://www.seminoletribe.com/safari/

Description:
Billie Swamp Safari opens 2,200 lush acres of its Big Cypress Reservation to the public. This is an unparalleled opportunity to experience, first-hand the majesty of nature.

Location:
Between Fort Lauderdale and Naples off of I-75 (at Exit 49) then north 19 miles

Cost:
Call (800) 949-6101

Discount:
Visit website to download $2 off coupon. One complimentary child swamp buggy eco-tour with a paid adult swamp buggy eco-tour. Need valid Florida driver's license. Offer expires 10/1/09
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