A Hot Air Balloon Ride

(402 reviews)

99.0 mi

Garrett was a blast! We are just coming into the warm season and most manatees are back in the…read moregulf, he still got us to 7 manatees, 2 gators, and we caught a dolphin in kings bay towards the end. He gave us plenty of time to look for things to come up out of the water which was great for my 2 year old. Boat was shaded and was enjoyable even with a small child. Other tours wouldn't let me book because she was under 3- we brought our own lifevest but they did also have some on board that were her size.

I don't know where to start…read more This was the absolute best day. We started at the River Ventures Dive Center at 6:30AM, where we were offered coffee, tea, hot cocoa and snacks, and spent the next bit with an educational video and a wetsuit fitting. From there, we took a bus to the dock, in the most gorgeous sunrise light. let by our Guide Nat. Captain Emerson met us at the covered, heated pontoon, and our group set off through the water, for the protected manatee zone. The water was FULL of our sweet sea potatoes... in fact, it was difficult to even get off the boat because our new friends swam right up to the ladder. Nat had given excellent instructions. We immediately leaned into our pool noodles and gently followed her lead through the water. It took just moments before manatees were all around us. We stayed calm and quiet, and they either continued snoozing, or swam up to investigate us. Nat was on point with the camera, and with showing us things like the tarpon and sheepshead fish, and she was also shared little details about the manatees as we floated. Of course, with nature, there are no guarantees, and I really had no idea what to expect, but I was absolutely delighted by the interactions we had. The cold snap absolutely played into our favor, and I am so glad we showed up with our adventurous spirit. When we returned to the boat, there were more snacks, as well as hot cocoa, coffee, tea, and a variety of drinks in the cooler (water, beer, wine, soda, and white claws). We were so grateful for the boat covering and heater as we made our way back to the dock, and we had great chats with Nat, Emerson, and the other group on our tour. Was it cold? Sure. But the water felt great at 72ºF, and our wetsuits did a wonderful job of protecting us and keeping us buoyant. Our experience was incredible, from booking, to engaging with the staff with any questions we had, to the actual tour itself. The photos and videos were absolutely phenomenal, as well, and we were happy to purchase the package, as well as some gifts from the souvenir shop. We will be back for more manatee viewing, or to try one of their other tours. Thank you so much for the best day!

Merchandise from their gift shop! It was all super cute and affordable. I personally got a carved manatee, I love him

Ready to go swimming squeezed into this wetsuit.

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After a detailed instructional video, we were passed around a vertebrae to emphasize the kind nature of these sea cows 3

Vilano Beach

4.4

(42 reviews)

11.6 mi

I had an amazing time at Vilano beach with my two dogs. The hotel we stayed in accepted dogs and…read morethe beach allows dogs too! It made for the perfect get away. The dogs enjoyed walking the beach. We were able to take walks for sunrise and sunset. I highly recommend staying here.

The waves were so small. No rip current. Calm and nasty water. It is the Atlantic so it's gotta be…read morenasty anyways. Nice place to go to it just gets boring fast.

Mason on the beach at sunrise

Catch a wave, dude.

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Lucy on the beach at sunrise

Mystic Knot

4.9

(7 reviews)

32.1 mi

I rented 3 jet skis from Mystic Knot. The machines were all Yamaha Waverunners and were very stable…read more(fit up to 3) and plenty of power. The process to set up the rental was easy. The company treated us warmly and did not take a long time to fill out all the legal paperwork. They had us on the water in about 15 minutes. They treated us very well and we will be renting from them again when we are back in Flagler Beach. Thank you!!

They were excellent to communicate with. We booked on short notice. Our Captain Brian was the best…read more This is a great company. They are knowledgeable of the area, professional and friendly. He made our trip so enjoyable and a great value for the price

Sunset in Palm Coast intercoastal

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Pontoon boat rentals for up to 12 people.

Saint Augustine Beach

(18 reviews)

15.3 mi

It's impossible not to be captivated by the sheer beauty of this unspoiled and scenic shoreline…read morethat invigorates the senses. The sight of the frothy, salty blue-green waves gently lapping at the shoreline is mesmerizing, creating a soothing soundtrack that relaxes your mind, body and soul. Seagulls swoop and dive, calling out to each other as they ride the azure air currents above. The salty sea breeze carries the smell of adventure and relaxation, mingling with the sweet scent of the flower grapes and coconut oil. Seashells of all shapes and sizes dot the white glistening sand, treasures waiting to be discovered by curious beachcombers...from delicate sand dollars to spiral conch shells, each one tells a story of the alluring Atlantic ocean. St. Augustine Beach truly provided a picturesque & idyllic escape. Sea you soon!

It was very clean the only downside is wave were really strong so kids couldn't go far but we went…read moreseashell collecting and they had a blast after that

Just beachy.

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Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training

4.6

(7 reviews)

71.8 mi

Great facility! We come here for my son's swim meets. Seats are not super comfortable but overall…read moregreat place.

This pool is probably the best pool I've ever been too. It has a little concession stand, splash…read morepad, outdoor and indoor pool with long course and short course, and very clean. Also love the huge amount of seats they have in the stands. Nice pool.

F A S T, you have arrived when you see the sign

Florida Hs district swim meet.

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Cypress Aquatic Center

4.3

(4 reviews)

58.4 mi

Went there last Saturday and the pool was dirty, full of leaves and algae on pool walls, it is not…read morenormally like this, I said something to person at front they said they will tell someone. Not very good customer service on weekends. At least they gave my money back when I refused to swim in those conditions. Please do better, this is great community pool and we need it kept clean and safe for everyone!

One of the best aquatic centers I've ever had the pleasure of going to. Upon entering they were…read morealmost at capacity but we made it in. To my surprise capacity is not a large amount of people so it was very spacious and comfortable in the pools and sitting on the patio furniture. The daily admission is $3 for adults and $2 for persons 17 years old and younger. This includes access to the children beach pool/slide. They also have a lap pool with swimming lessons offered. This aquatic center is amazing because they have a section with beach entry great for kids. There are mushroom fountains and other fun features for all ages. Yes my fiancé even loved those fountains and reminded us of our childhood. My toddler absolutely loved it. They also have a slide which you can take your toddler on as long as you hold them. I also felt extremely safe because there were more than 3 lifeguards working. Everyone who worked here was very friendly and took their job seriously. I give this Center 10/5 stars!!

Lots of water fun and not crowded!!

Love those fountains and very shallow safe water for kids of all sizes.

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Champions Gymnastics Club

(3 reviews)

17.5 mi

I love this gym so much! I'm in a 8-14 class rn! The coaches are so nice! I really recommend your…read morekid going here

My daughter loves it here even tho only been 2 class so far teacher staff are very friendlyread more

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North Florida Gymnastics and Cheerleading

4.1

(9 reviews)

22.3 mi

My daughter has been a member for over 7 months and she loves it! The staff is very friendly and…read morethey make rescheduling easy if you miss a class.

We attended a birthday party at North Florida Gymnastics and Cheerleading a few weeks ago and my…read moredaughter enjoyed every minute of it. This is our second time celebrating a Birthday here and all the kids seem to have fun. From the outside, it appears the place would be too small for a gym. I was very surprised how big the inside actually was. The place is clean and well maintained. The party room is a good size and has a large window which overlooks the gym. There are also seats inside the gym if you want to watch the kids. The gym has variety of equipment such as balance beams, uneven bars, and a foam pit to name a few. There are 2-3 coaches that help and guide each child through every activity. The coaches were very patient, attentive and encouraging towards each child. This is a great place to have a Birthday party. Kids can get their exercise and have fun at the same time! Kudos to North Florida Gymnastics and Cheerleading staff. A great, clean facility with a spacious gym and a friendly helpful staff.

Vault Runway

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Boys Pommel Horse Area

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Ashley H.

9 years ago

My husband and I could not have celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary in any better way! This was on our bucket list for years and we finally mustered the courage and time to make it happen. It was by far the most amazing, serene, and gorgeous experience we have ever had. Watching the dawn break from 3,000 feet up was simply amazing. The team was personable and friendly, explaining interesting things about the balloon experience and ensuring safety the whole time. This is a must do!! read more

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