Tara Haefner, PA

Sing the blues at the House of Blues, the nightlife and music venue where well-known bands like Sevendust and Social Distortion have played. Or rise and shine for the Sunday gospel brunch, where you can enjoy a musical jam with your toast, thanks to the full breakfast buffet and the top local blues talent.

Explore the natural beauty of Florida's Everglades by airboat, boat cruiser or 4-wheel drive. The choice is yours at Everglades Day Safari, where knowledgeable tour guides entertain and educate visitors about the sawgrass prairie, mangrove estuary, cypress swamps and pine savanna of Florida's unique coast and swampland.

Step back in time while shopping at Old Antique Row in Ivanhoe Village. Shop for retro furniture, vintage clothing, charming antiques and other decor. Unique boutiques also sell rock n' roll memorabilia and lingerie.

Just a short drive from Orlando, learn to surf with the School of Surf, based in downtown Cocoa Beach, run by professional surfers. No matter your age or skill level, the CPR certified instructors offer the best personal instruction. Lessons are based on the fundamentals of surfing and ocean safety.