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Just some of the sights you'll see while zip lining at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL

Just some of the sights you'll see while zip lining at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL

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TreeTop Trek Aerial Challenge at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, FL

Experience the adventure of zip lining combined with the challenges of a treetop obstacle course at the Brevard Zoo

by Rebecca West | January 27, 2012

If you're the adventurous type and pride yourself on being physically fit and active, the Brevard Zoo's got a treat for you.  It's called the TreeTop Trek Aerial Challenge, and it's a zip line excursion combined with an aerial obstacle course that's not only physically challenging but fun.  This isn't your ordinary zip lining adventure.  After a brief but thorough orientation, you're set off on your own to begin your journey on the …


The magic of cinema captured at this year's Florida Film Festival

The magic of cinema captured at this year's Florida Film Festival

Photo by ladybeames, via Flickr Creative Commons

The 2012 Florida Film Festival in Winter Park, FL

The Florida Film Festival celebrates its 21st anniversary this year in nearby Winter Park, FL

by Rebecca West | January 23, 2012

This year the Florida Film Festival, held in Winter Park, FL, marks its 21st anniversary.  The indie movie magic will be taking place from April 13 through 22.  Every year the Florida Film Festival premieres the best in current independent and foreign cinema, and this year they're saluting their 21st anniversary by bringing fans of the silver screen more of the best.  With over 160 cutting-edge films, 100 visiting filmmakers, lots of special guests, and non-stop events, this …


The Porcher House in Historic Cocoa Village, FL

The Porcher House in Historic Cocoa Village, FL

Photo by jcgoforth, via Creative Commons

The Historic Porcher House in Cocoa Village, FL

Take a tour or plan a wedding at the beautiful Porcher House in Cocoa Village, FL

by Rebecca West | January 21, 2012

One of the most historic buildings in Cocoa Village is the Porcher House.  The Porcher family were Brevard's largest citrus growers.  It's located within walking distance of all the shops, restaurants, bars, parks, and everything else Historic Cocoa Village has to offer.

In the heart of Cocoa's established Historic District, the Porcher House is open to the community to enjoy as a special place for meetings, weddings, parties, luncheons, afternoon teas, and …


Sunrise on the beach on Florida's beautiful Space Coast

Sunrise on the beach on Florida's beautiful Space Coast

Photo by Jumping Rocks Photography

Romantic Getaway at Windemere Inn by the Sea in Indialantic, FL

Get away from it all this Valentine's Day with your sweetheart to a relaxing getaway

by Rebecca West | January 16, 2012

When was the last time you and the love of your life stayed up all night in a romantic setting to end up snuggled cozily in each other's arms on a white sand beach before jade-colored waters to watch a breathtaking sunrise?  If you're unable to answer that question with any clarity, then now is the time.  With Valentine's Day just around the corner, there couldn't be a better time to plan a romantic getaway to …


Come birding in Brevard County, FL at the 2012 Birding & Wildlife Festival

Come birding in Brevard County, FL at the 2012 Birding & Wildlife Festival

Photo by Bruce McKay Yellow Snow Photography, via Creative Commons

The 15th Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival in Titusville, FL

The 2012 Birding & Wildlife Festival in Titusville, FL is getting ready to take flight

by Rebecca West | January 13, 2012

The 15th Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival is getting ready to get underway here in Brevard County, FL, and the itinerary couldn't be more jam packed.  It runs from January 25th through the 30th, 2012, and it promises to be a bird and wildlife lover's paradise.  The weather couldn't be nicer here this time of year in Florida. 

It's being held in Titusville at the Brevard Community College Campus.  There …


Seafood, seafood, seafood in Grant, FL

Seafood, seafood, seafood in Grant, FL

Photo by Benson Kua, via Creative Commons

The 46th Annual Grant Seafood Festival in Grant, FL

Come visit the largest and longest running seafood festival in the Southeast in Grant, FL

by Rebecca West | January 09, 2012

If you're planning a trip to Melbourne, FL this winter, then the Grant Seafood Festival should be on your list of things to do.  This year marks the 46th year for the festival in Grant, FL, just 12 miles south of Melbourne on U.S.1 in southern Brevard County.  This is a great event held annually drawing huge crowds over a two-day period celebrating the wonderful bounty of the sea.  It's usually held the …


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