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I had the chance to visit Farichild Gardens near Miami a couple of years ago. I was enthralled by...
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I had the chance to visit Farichild Gardens near Miami a couple of years ago. I was enthralled by the beauty of these gardens. Being from the north most of the flora was competely new to me. I could have spent longer there as I was taking time to read about each and every speciman.
Even though they had been hit by hurricanes they seem to survive and grow up more beautiful than ever. I took a whole role of film amd shared it with my second graders in a large poster of mounted pictures. All pictures were numberd and I developed a worksheet so they could answer 7 questions about various things in the pictures and draw their own picture of their favorite plant. This is the kind of opportunity Fairchild Gardens offers for visitors. Of course Flat Randy was there with me.
It is easy to get to. See this link for information.http://www.fairchildgarden.org/
If you are a senior citizen or in a group of 20 or more you will have a discounted rate. If you are a flower lover this is a must. They also sponsor many special events and have weddings there. I didn't get to see the Chihuly Glass exhibit there this past year but heard it was fabulous. Read about Dale Chihuly at http://www.chihuly.com/intro.html
This is just one example of what is in store for you if you visit Fairchild Gardens.
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We love this place.Have visited three times in the past 6 years.The admission is getting a bit...
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We love this place.Have visited three times in the past 6 years.The admission is getting a bit steep for the value factor to be good,but if the weather isn't too HOT and you have the right attitude and time to spend-go for it.The place is beyond beautiful and unique with a capital U.If you like giant Iguanas,you'll be in paradise too.
Pros: BEAUTY, Variety, PEACE and quiet
Cons: cost, weather
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Gameworks
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Aquariums, Zoos & Botanical Gardens
5701 Sunset Dr Ste 330
Miami,
Florida 33143
You would not believe the cool games here. The bad thing? The huge prices. Try out the chicken...
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You would not believe the cool games here. The bad thing? The huge prices. Try out the chicken wings but do not expect to have a cheap date! You will spend 50 bucks here.
PROS: games
CONS: cost
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Cool-de-Sac Play Cafe
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Aquariums, Zoos & Botanical Gardens
5701 Sunset Dr. #355
Miami,
Florida 33143
If you're on the lookout for a something your kids will really get happy about, but hate Chuck E....
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If you're on the lookout for a something your kids will really get happy about, but hate Chuck E. Cheese, then Cool de sac is the place for you. My children (two boys, 4 and 7) have been members almost since the first day the doors opened and they want to go back again and again.
The activities are all designed to stimulate creativity and interest. Toys are the building kind (Lego, K'Nex, and a new kind they added last week), the craft area is fully stocked (glue, glitter and all), and the dress-up area has a wide variety of girl and boy costumes. Computers are no cheap PC's but large-screen Macs loaded with fun educational software in favorite Nick Jr. characters. And get this, for grownups, WI-FI IS FREE, so you can work (or surf eBay <grin>) if you have to, while the kids have a blast.
But best of all are the KIND young staff who attentively help your kids have as much fun as possible (Andre is a real gem). You can literally sit back and watch your darlings have a grand old time.
WHAT PARENTS LOVE: The kids' menu is packed with hidden VITAMINS that your kids will devour without even noticing. And the grown up menu is sophisticated (seared tuna salad, three kinds of unbelievably good humus and wine by the glass are just the beginning) and completely delicious! Try getting that at Chuck E. Cheese. The service is good (ask for Michael) , the kind you'd expect in a good cafe.
SAFETY IS NOT A CONCERN: Kids and parents are wristbanded with matching bands so kids can only leave with the matching parent. Plus childless adults are not allowed in the front door, no matter how much they claim they are only coming for the gourmet food.
This place is a really great idea, executed with thoughtfulness and creativity. Bravo, Cool-de-sac!
Pros: Both your kids and you want this badly.
Cons: They haven't opened up the other locations as yet.
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Jungle Island
Category:
Aquariums, Zoos & Botanical Gardens
1111 Parrot Jungle Trl
Miami,
Florida 33132
(786) 838-0576
Excellent location for family fun! Jungle Island has grown since its opening and now has more...
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Excellent location for family fun! Jungle Island has grown since its opening and now has more animals, excellent shows and a Hippo Slide (wet in summer, dry in winter) which is so much fun. I took my nephew and he had a great time with the animals. I bought the Annual Pass because it was a better deal than getting a one-day pass. They often get new animals, so we like to go back and see the new stuff. We had a great time!
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Venetian Pool
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Playgrounds Parks & Trails
2701 De Soto Blvd
Miami,
Florida 33134
(305) 460-5306
This pool is a piece of heaven in Coral Gables. It has the most beautiful style, and admission...
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This pool is a piece of heaven in Coral Gables. It has the most beautiful style, and admission fees are not expensive. City residents get a discount! Check out the website and see the beautiful pictures of this pool. You'll be amazed!
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Grapeland Water Park
Category:
Aquariums, Zoos & Botanical Gardens
1550 NW 37th Ave
Miami,
Florida 33125
I THINK THE WATERPARK IS A GREAT ADDITION TO MIAMI DADE, IT IS VERY SMALL AND PARKING IS NOT...
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I THINK THE WATERPARK IS A GREAT ADDITION TO MIAMI DADE, IT IS VERY SMALL AND PARKING IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE. BUT THANK YOU THE CHILDREN OF MIAMI DADE REALLY NEED IT.
Pros: PRICE..LOCATION...
Cons: PARKING AND SIZE
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We are located in Miami, FL. We have a lot of high quality fish like Kois, Discus, Goldfish,...
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We are located in Miami, FL. We have a lot of high quality fish like Kois, Discus, Goldfish, Bettas, Mollys, Guppies and more. We also offer fish food and aquarium supplies such a Air Filters and Pumps.
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Spy World
Category:
Aquariums, Zoos & Botanical Gardens
129 Miracle Mile
Miami,
Florida 33134
When we went in there over the weekend...they seemed really friendly. I listened to what the...
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When we went in there over the weekend...they seemed really friendly. I listened to what the salesperson had to say. He continued to try to sell me on something different than what I originally went in there for and was pushy about it. Well we fell for it. I purchased something for $150.00. When I got home I was pleased with what I purchased but when I went online to do some comparison shopping we were outrageously overcharged. I found the exact same item online for only $24.95! When I called them to see about a price match or returning the item they were rude rude rude and said no way too bad for me. He told me I don't understand how retail works...but yes I do I am a wholesale supplier for retail chains! So, buyer beware...if you want to get ripped off...go to spyworld!!!
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