Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure or a relaxing hangout, there are plenty of Florida attractions that are perfect for couples looking to have fun and make memories. Here are seven of our favorite things to do in Orlando, Florida for date night. Catch an outdoor movie — Put a spin on the […]
Today, a dozen young eastern indigo snakes have been released in northern Florida, marking the fifth year of a 10-year program to return the native, non-venomous apex predator to the region. A multi-partner collaborative effort brings the snakes, listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, to The Nature Conservancy’s Apalachicola...
Splashing in the splash pad, trekking through the trees and more — there’s no shortage of fun when you’re visiting the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens! But though we offer plenty of things to do in Orlando, education is one of our top priorities. In fact, our mission is to excite and inspire children […]
Can Florida Black Bears fly? A bear at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens might soon, thanks to a campaign with Frontier Airlines and Visit Orlando. Ella, one of the Zoo’s two Florida Black Bears, has been selected for a promotion to be the next “Face and Name” of a Frontier Airlines aircraft. People […]
Wharton-Smith, Inc. announced today the formation of the Wharton-Smith Foundation. The Wharton-Smith Foundation was created with the intention of purposely expanding the company’s philanthropic endeavors. Wharton-Smith’s aim is to grow the foundation during times of financial prosperity to consistently give back in the future. With its creation...
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ radiated tortoises have a lot of fans out there—and now they’re adding another to the list. HomeLight, a real estate tech company that empowers people to make smarter decisions when buying or selling their home, is the new sponsor of the radiated tortoise habitat. As part of the […]
Spring is a favorite season everywhere. Birds are chirping. Flowers are blooming. Up north, the snow and ice are melting and bringing about more enjoyable weather. But in Florida, spring is truly an amazing season. The weather doesn’t get more perfect, and it’s a great time for locals and tourists, families and adventurers alike […]
Spend a few minutes working behind the scenes at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and you’ll realize taking care of more than 350 animals and preparing the property for hundreds of visitors is a lot of hard work and heavy lifting. But, staff at the Zoo are getting a hand, courtesy of a […]
Even as COVID-19 vaccines roll out, businesses everywhere are still recovering from the impact of the pandemic. The Central Florida Zoo is no different. The Zoo recently celebrated a milestone in its No Zoo Without You sustainability campaign, but it still needs help. With incredible support from the community, the Zoo is proud to announce...
Orlando leads the country as one of the most exciting travel destinations. However, what happens when you what to leave tourists behind and do as the locals do? In addition to theme parks, Central Florida boasts a large selection of hiking trails, beaches, parks, playgrounds, and more. If you’re looking for a more affordable alternative […]

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