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If you're planning on sticking close to base, Leesburg (10 minutes' drive) deserves a proper look-in. In terms of green space, there's the Venetian Gardens, a spacious waterside park with a gazebo, ski beach, pool and plenty of picnic areas. Folk with a fondness for the paranormal can also go on bloodcurdling guided ghost tours downtown, while Leesburg Animal Park is likely to go down a treat with animal fans. Beyond the city limits there's more to get stuck into, including the Old Florida charm of Mount Dora (35 minutes) with its canal tours and village marketplace. Silver Springs State Park (an hour) is also well worth visiting, particularly if you're keen to set out on the hunt for gators, turtles, manatees and more. Florida is probably best known for its beachgoer-friendly climate and zesty orange juice, but wine has been grown in the Sunshine State longer than anywhere else in the US. Try some for yourself at Whispering Oaks Winery (25 minutes), an artisanal vineyard where you can sample an all-natural, antioxidant-stuffed blueberry variety.