Enjoy and adventurous day outdoors at Markham Park Mountain Bike Trails. Located in Sunrise, FL, Markham Park has a variety of trails perfect for all skill levels. With approximately 10 miles of trails, you are sure to both enjoy and challenge yourself. The trails are built from left over fill that was used to dig the lakes in Markham Park and provides the perfect terrain for varied routes. So strap on your helmet and hop on for an exciting ride through Markham Park!
Florida’s largest urban Park, Oleta River State Park is host to miles of off-road bike trails. Located on Biscayne Bay in North Miami, Oleta River Park offers a scenic yet exciting ride. Trails are well maintained and always ready to ride. Head towards the north end of the Park along the Oleta River and you will find a large preserve of native plant and animal life. Oleta River Park also hosts occasional night rides for an extra splash of adventure!
Recently rebuilt, Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah, FL provides an exciting and thrilling ride for a small $6 per car entrance fee. Amelia has about 8 miles of trial ranging between easily ridden roads for those new to mountain biking as well as extremely challenging rides for advanced or expert riders. Located off the beaten path, Amelia Earhart Park is the perfect place to spend a day with family or friends.
What better way to explore the Everglades than through an Everglades Tour in Sawgrass Recreation Park? See endangered wild animals and plant life while you whiz through South Florida’s unique treasure on an airboat. You will learn the history of the Everglades as well as how we can protect one of the rarest ecosystems surviving today. So gather the family and let/s go see what the Everglades has to offer in Sawgrass Recreation Park!
Come see the Gator Boys at Fort Lauderdale’s very own Everglades Holiday Park. An educational and thrilling show will demonstrate just how powerful these ancient reptiles can be. Featured on Animal Planet, the Gator Boys are the best of the best when it comes to gator shows. Most episodes are filmed right here in Holiday Park! Get as close as humanly possible to real gators, and hold your breath as the experts get even closer!
Race into the fast paced world of Xtreme Indoor Karting. Begin your ride by obtaining your coveted drivers license, ride card, and head sock that is yours to take home! Choose your race duration and off you go to the track. All that’s left to do is grab a helmet and hop into the drivers seat! You’ll tear around tight corners and sprint through the straight-aways on a thrilling 8-30 minute ride. 
In the event of a spin out, Xtreme staff are quick to react and get you back in the race! After racing, enjoy a beer or cocktail in the Finish Line Sports Bar while you review your lap times and race info. You can watch other racers challenge each other at speeds up to 45 mph. With your ride, you receive 2 for 1 drinks at great prices available only after you race. Try your hand at billiard games, shuffle board, and pool inside the sports bar too!
With a promise to nourish your body and soul, your journey to better health starts at Om’echaye. Extremely knowledgeable instructors will push you to reach and surpass your fitness goals. On my recent visit to Om’echaye, I took an Iyengar Yoga class with instructor Javier Wilensky. I was extremely impressed with the enthusiasm and level of drive he brought to the class. The session was challenging and extremely rewarding.
Om’echaye offers over 120 classes every week including Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Body Blast, Cycling, Body Pump, Body Sculpting, Power Training, Core Workouts and Circuit Training. Yoga classes at Om’echaye are anything but boring. They have hot yoga classes as well as traditional forms of Kundalini, Vinyasa, Iyengar, and Prenatal Yoga. 
In addition to getting a great workout at Om’echaye, members also have access to periodic wellness lectures and fat burning regimens. Om’echaye’s integrative approach towards health is obvious the moment you step through the door. The staff is dedicated to increasing your physical and mental health through creating a plan that works for your body. 
Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eye Wear is the place to go for all of your eye care needs. Located on SE 17th street in the Southport Shopping Plaza, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care offers a convenient location and professional optometry. Whether you simply need a check up, or you are in the market for some fashionable new frames, they will have exactly what you need. The friendly front desk will help you schedule an appointment anytime Tuesday-Saturday. 
Dr. Bearden and Dr. Hanley offer a variety of services including glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses. Their large selection of designer eyewear includes Takumi, Ralph Lauren, Rayban, Nike Sports Wear, and BCBG. Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear is also able to perform tests in order to detect possible glaucoma or other ocular diseases and injuries. Using Facebook and Twitter, as well as their online website, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear offers many online promotions. Jump online before your appointment and discover instant savings! 
For visitors to Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear conveniently accepts walk-ins. With high-quality, professional eye exams from experienced doctors you can’t go wrong. So next time you forget your glasses or contacts on vacation, no need to worry! Just pop into Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and see your problems disappear.
Shiver me timbers! Ye have arrived at Fort Lauderdale’s popular Pirate Republic Seafood and Grill. Located on the water on SW 3rdAvenue, you can arrive by land or by water taxi. You will be greeted with a squawk by live parrots at the entrance. Pirate Republic began in 2005 as “The Pirate Shop” which evolved into “The Pirate Bar” and eventually into the full service restaurant it is today. Wander around and check out the life size pirate statues throughout the restaurant! 
Seafood dishes from Pirate Republic include a plethora of combination plates such as their signature dish featuring shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams, as well as simple fish sandwiches and salads. For meat lovers, Pirate Republic has a variety of steak and chicken dishes as well as a full array of burgers. There is also a menu for “the little swashbucklers” so be sure to bring the kids for a fun family meal by the water.
Kyojin Japanese Buffet is an upscale, all you can eat, Japanese seafood buffet located right here in Fort Lauderdale. Walk in to find detailed Japanese décor and a vast and eclectic display of dishes. Friendly and knowledgeable staff will seat you and take your drink order. Try a traditional Japanese beer called Kirin Ichiban to get the night started, and then it’s off to the buffet! With its huge variety of dishes, Kyojin has something to offer for every diner. 
Start by perusing Kyojin’s plentiful sushi sashimi bar including a la carte options, maki sushi, as well as special rolls made by the sushi chef. Move down and visit the welcoming chef behind the hibachi table who will take your order and prepare your choice of meat and vegetables. Choose from New York steak, shrimp, spare ribs, teriyaki chicken and grill squid. Grab a bowl of miso soup to finish it off and run to your table to begin your feast! 
If you still have room left, move on to the Oriental Hot Food Buffet, which features scallops, tempura shrimp, sesame chicken, sautéed crab and more. Don’t forget to leave room for one more return trip to the buffet table. Dessert of course! Kyojin offers a delightful variety of ice cream as well as fresh fruit and pastries, cheesecake and tea. Kyojin Japanese Buffet is sure to leave you full and satisfied!