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shippnout

A proud 10th-generation Florida native and University of Florida Alumna - Susan Shipp is a dynamic professional with a passion for storytelling. With degrees in Communications (Journalism) and Business (Marketing), she has built a diverse career spanning public relations, broadcasting, & tourism. She thrives on connecting with her audience. Although Susan currently serves as a Tour Director for various companies, she also still holds a position as a Public Relations Director for a National non-profit. She has served as a public speaker and radio personality, been featured as a cast member on a reality show, and a business owner. Her extensive travels as a Tour Director have taken her across North America, Latin America, & Europe, sharing rich histories & vibrant cultures along the way.

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Miami Jai-Alai

The timeworn "Yankee Stadium" of the fastest game in the world isn't going anywhere.

Added by Samir S Patel

Key West, Florida

Time for Fun

This statue inspired by Renoir's famous painting embodies the jovial spirit of Key West.

Christine Williamson

Added by Christine Williamson

Chattahoochee, Florida

Big Bend Jai Alai Fronton

This Florida arena, once host to "the fastest game in the world," has sat empty for 25 years.

Mom0ja

Added by Mom0ja

Summerland Key, Florida

Sugarloaf Key Bat Tower

Bat house that has only ever housed bat for one night; they all flew away and never came back.

nbj914

Added by nbj914

St. Augustine, Florida

Wolf's Museum of Mystery

This curio museum seems like the type of place you might find a mogwai or a monkey's paw.

Added by Lizzski

North Fort Myers, Florida

The Shell Factory

The largest retailer of seashells in the world.

MattA

Lake Buena Vista, Florida

River Country

Disney World's very first waterpark is now an abandoned ruin being reclaimed by the swamp.

gowens

Added by gowens

South Bay, Florida

Gatorland

One of many gator theme parks, abandoned in the sugar fields of South Florida.

Kissimmee, Florida

Splendid China

Once featuring over 60 miniature replicas of famous Chinese locations, the Splendid China theme park was completely abandoned and is now mostly rubble.

Yelle

St. Augustine, Florida

St. Augustine Airplane Graveyard

Gutted airplanes slowly decay in a Florida field.

Added by renakaba

Orlando, Florida

"Singing Runway" at the Abandoned Disney World Airport

The only runway directly into the magic kingdom has been closed since 1972, but it still sings to you if you drive fast enough.

Added by collinqburke

Orlando, Florida

Discovery Island

Disney's abandoned animal island is now an overgrown ruin that was almost the coolest attraction ever.

Added by nonononono

Marco Island, Florida

Cape Romano Dome House

An abandoned vacation home spent a decade taking on legends. It's now taking on water.

Luke Cata

Added by Luke Cata

Sunrise, Florida

Dauer Museum of Classic Cars

Curated collection of classic cars restored to immaculate condition.

Added by nitara416

Phoebe the Flamingo

The larger-than-life art installation at Tampa International Airport welcomes travelers to town.

Added by traceywilson

Jose Gasparilla II

The country’s largest boat parade honors an infamous Spanish pirate—who never actually existed.

Added by heshsf

'America, America'

This sculpture is one of many stunning features along Tampa’s Riverwalk.

Added by colleencourtney c93b920e

Old Homosassa, Florida

Old Mill House Gallery & Printing Museum

Explore the history of printing in this unique museum owned by a longtime printer.

Added by traceywilson

Palm Beach, Florida

Worth Avenue Clock Tower

This 25-foot tall clock tower commemorates the start of one of America's foremost shopping districts and the end of the historic Palm Beach Pier.

Added by ianlefk

Lecanto, Florida

Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter

What started as a tailor shop to help swimmers live their mermaid dreams has grown into a full-scale aquarium, complete with live mermaid shows.

Added by traceywilson

St. Augustine, Florida

Bluebird of Happiness Statue

An oversized bluebird statue returns to its rightful place on Vilano Beach pier.

lmwolfso

Added by lmwolfso

J.C. Newman Cigar Factory

Tour the oldest family-owned cigar-rolling factory in the country—then learn how to roll your own.

Added by heshsf

Pensacola, Florida

Pensacola Lighthouse

A striking lighthouse with views of the Gulf of Mexico and of a military air show.

Added by traceywilson

Miami Beach, Florida

The Rainbow Crosswalk

This Ocean Drive crosswalk has been paved in rainbow colors to honor the LGBTQ+ community and the man who brought pastel to Miami Beach.

Added by ianlefk