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Welcome To Florida via SFPNN
Vicarious Travels
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA
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Jacksonville
Beaches or "Jax" as it is more commonly referred to is one of Florida's lesser known beaches. It's
also one of the least likely to be hit by a hurricane. Jax Beaches are clean yet convenient to city
life. --- © JMP |
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"Boardwalk" in Jax is well-kept and offers a variety of restaurants and
bars. © JMP |
A lone gull naps in the fresh ocean
breeze on Jacksonville Beach.
© JMP |
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Jacksonville Beaches
offer a perfect place for reflection.
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ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA
MARINELAND OF FLORIDA
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| Marineland
was the first oceanarium in the United States and started the tourism industry in Florida. The dolphins at Marineland
are some of the oldest in captivity - and also the best trained. They are absolutely amazing to
watch. --- © Mark Pintar |
The Dolphins at Marineland
steal the show and capture the hearts of young and old alike with their high-flying leaps, twists, and flips.
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Marineland
is also home to several species of birds, fish, and
reptiles.
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| The dolphins at Marineland
are very playful and love to interact with humans. This photo was taken just seconds before the dolphin
actually threw the basketball to me!
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| White Heron are
prevalent through-out Florida but are particularly fond of Marineland
where they try to steal the fish used to reward dolphins. --- © Mark Pintar |
| Marineland's
dolphin tank is viewable from different levels, including above water and below. It is a truly spectacular
site to see these creatures underwater from the window of the main aquarium. © JMP |
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One of the most
enjoyable features offered by Marineland
is their "Touch & Feed" program. For a nominal fee, you can feed a fish to a dolphin after
their performance and later, touch a dolphin under the supervision of its trainers. It is well worth the
price!
© Mark R. Pintar |
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