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EW AAO PREVIEW 28 September 2011 compiled by EyeWorld staff Orlando recreation compiled by EyeWorld staff Orlando nightlife A lthough Orlando is fa- mous for its theme parks, the city also boasts numer- ous outdoor activities for the athletically inclined. From its more than 150 golf courses to the numerous lakes for fishing and watersports, Orlando will give you plenty of reasons to stay out- side. Boggy Creek Airboat Rides 2001 E. Southport Road Kissimmee, Fla. 407-344-9550, ext. 4 www.bcairboats.com Known as the original airboat com- pany in central Florida, Boggy Creek offers a glimpse into the Everglades. While zipping through narrow paths surrounded by tall reeds and cattails, keep an eye out for nesting alliga- tors, water birds, aquatic turtles, and other wildlife. Boggy Creek offers a variety of boat sizes and tours, in- cluding night expeditions, to suit everyone's needs. Buena Vista Watersports 13245 Lake Bryan Drive 407-239-6939 www.bvwatersports.com Buena Vista Watersports is a pri- vately owned recreational water- sports facility located on Lake Bryan, a natural spring-fed lake. Visitors can enjoy jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, tub- ing, stand-up paddle boarding, and kayaking. If you're more interested in re- laxing, stretch out on the secluded white sandy beaches surrounded by Cyprus trees. Grand Cypress Tennis and Racquet Club 1 Grand Cypress Blvd. 407-239-1944 www.grandcypress.com Located only 15 minutes from the convention center, this club's facili- ties include eight clay courts, four hard courts, a full-service pro shop, and basketball and volleyball courts overlooking Lake Windsong. Court- side food and beverage service is available if you can't tear yourself away from the game. Pro Bass Guide Service 398 Grove Court Winter Garden, Fla. 407-877-9676 www.probassguideservice.com Experts and those who are new to fishing will enjoy a day on the water with Captain Paul Solomon, a life- time member of the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society. You will be taken to the Butler Chain of Lakes and taught the best tips for landing a large bass with artificial and live bait. Golfing opportunities Orlando is a golf-lover's paradise. Voted the North American Golf Des- tination of the Year by the Interna- tional Association of Golf Tour Operators in 2010, the region is home to more pro golfers than any other city in the world. ChampionsGate Golf Club 1400 Masters Blvd. ChampionsGate, Fla. 407-787-4653 www.championsgategolf.com This club features two premier 18- hole championship golf courses de- signed by accomplished architect Orlando, October 22-25, 2011 Baby Grands Dueling Piano Bar 54 W. Church St., Suite 250 407-849-1911 www.babygrandsduelingpianos.com Dueling piano players provide the entertainment on state-of-the-art equipment. Guests can request their favorite songs, and the show is dif- ferent each night. There is also a full bar and menu with excellent service. The Beacham 46 N. Orange Ave. 407-246-1419 www.thebeacham.com Located in a historic building in downtown Orlando, the club fea- tures state-of-the-art lighting and sound effects and a large dance floor. This pumping nightclub is also a live music venue that has hosted many high-caliber recording artists. Church Street Bars 33 W.Church St. 407-649-4270 www.churchstreetbars.com Make the most of your night out in Orlando and go to 33 W. Church St. in the historic Church Street section of downtown Orlando. On the bot- tom floor is Chillers, Orlando's origi- nal party bar. Upstairs is Big Belly, which has more than 25 different beers and more than 300 types of liquor and wine. The rooftop bar, Latitudes, is a great place to take in the beautiful surroundings of Orlando.

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