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Miami's Parrot Jungle and Gardens

Author : Cory Gittner
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780813018171
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (181 download)

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Download or read book Miami's Parrot Jungle and Gardens written by Cory Gittner and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Illustrates the drive and dedication of a remarkable couple, Franz and Louise Scherr, and their children as they braved adversity during the depression and World War II to establish 'The World's Only Parrot Jungle.' It is a beautiful story of the human spirit."--William P. VanderWyden III, University of Miami School of Law "A lively, comprehensive account of a famed, one-of-a-kind tourist attraction."--Paul S. George, Miami-Dade Community College This colorfully illustrated book tells the story of one of Florida's oldest and most popular tourist attractions. Built in 1936 in a lush hardwood hammock near Miami, Parrot Jungle and Gardens has entertained, enthralled, and educated more than 15 million visitors, and is home to more than a thousand stunning macaws, mynah birds, cockatoos, parakeets, and peacocks. Offering a glimpse into the tropical fantasy world that represented Florida tourism for postwar America, Parrot Jungle was one of hundreds of privately owned roadside attractions built during the thirties that featured Florida's natural splendor. Most have disappeared, making way for corporate-owned theme parks--except for Parrot Jungle. An Austrian immigrant, Franz Scherr, and his family opened the attraction with a dozen macaws and parrots and an assortment of raccoons, opossums, and land crabs. It has survived a world war, gas shortages, devastating hurricanes, rampant development, bird robberies, and a change in ownership--all while displaying several hundred species of subtropical birds which fascinate visitors with their intelligence, exotic beauty, distinct personalities, and remarkable capacity to mimic human voices. Some have been with the attraction longer than any employee--50 years or more. Over the years, they appeared on television's Miami Vice, posed with Jackie Gleason, Winston Churchill, and Miss America, and stole the show at the Florida exhibit at the 1964 World's Fair. Miami's Parrot Jungle and Gardens traces the history of a pioneer attraction from the golden age of "Mom and Pop" tourism, an enduring South Florida institution that will continue to draw appreciative crowds for decades to come. Cory H. Gittner is a freelance writer and the owner of Mediatech, a public relations and marketing firm in Miami Shores, Florida. He has been a consultant and volunteer for the Dade Heritage Trust and was active in restoration of the Cape Florida Lighthouse. Pinky, one of the most famous of the "showbiz" birds at Parrot Jungle and Gardens, cemented the attraction's international fame as a tourist destination with her performance at the 1964 New York World's Fair. A brilliant Moluccan cockatiel, Pinky stole the show and drew huge crowds to the State of Florida exhibit when she rode a tiny bicycle across a highwire from one end of the pavilion to the other. Now more than 60 years old, Pinky still performs her act at the Jungle's Parrot Bowl.

Miami Alive Guide

Author : Lisa Simundson
Publisher : Hunter Publishing, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1556504586
Total Pages : 497 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (565 download)

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Download or read book Miami Alive Guide written by Lisa Simundson and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2011-02-05 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Miami, a subtropical oasis of fun-in-the-sun excitement on the southern tip of the Florida peninsula. Get ready for a day at the beach and a night on the town; a culinary tour of the world and an exploration of fascinating cultures and history; shopping sojourns that lead from the biggest malls down to the smallest roadside stands. It's all here in the place where major highways end and adventures begin. Rome may not have been built in a day, but it almost seems as if Miami was. In just 100 years, it has gone from a sleepy fishing village by the bay to an international metropolis and business center -where sleek office buildings rise alongside luxury hotels, where arts and culture not only thrive but re-define artistic frontiers, where local restaurants feature the flavors of many different cultures, and clubs sizzle until dawn. Here, visitors delight in gourmet dining and world-class shopping, discovering the diversity of restaurants filled with the flavors of Latin America and the Caribbean and shopping opportunities that run the gamut from boutique shops to enormous malls boasting their own tempting eateries. Miami's many moods also flavor the myriad concerts and cultural events, art galleries, museums, book fairs and festivals that fill its cultural calendar all year long. When the sun sets, many visitors head back east toward South Beach, holiday kingdom of the night. Here, in a Deco-designed district of pastel neon, clubs throb with a mesmerizing mix of music, from salsa to reggae to hard rock. Daytime visitors to South Beach enjoy the boutiques, beachfront parks, charming restaurants and cafes and art galleries. But at night, the rhythms of South Beach's club scene overwhelm the beat of the Atlantic thundering onto the famous beaches. Miami's hotel variety is staggering. All the major chains are here, from business-friendly airport hotels to sumptuous, full-service beach and golf resorts and gleaming, high-rise and high-style city hotels. And don't forget the Art Deco masterpieces of South Beach -small boutique hotels lining Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue offer personalized service, unique amenities and fascinating histories. Here is the ultimate guide to it all! Every restaurant, hotel, nightclub, beach and recreation possibility worth your attention is described in detail by an author who lives here, with color photos throughout.

Miami Florida and Fort Lauderdale

Author : Sharon Lloyd Spence
Publisher : Hunter Publishing, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1588438325
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (884 download)

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Download or read book Miami Florida and Fort Lauderdale written by Sharon Lloyd Spence and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2011-10-30 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These useful guides are highly recommended... Library Journal. The most detailed guide to the southern Atlantic coast of the Sunshine State, a magnet for hundreds of thousands of tourists. Based on the larger Adventure Guide to Southeast Florida, this focuses on the Atlantic Coast from Miami up past Fort Lauderdale. It takes you beyond the high-rise condos and urban sprawl to find natural, beautiful South Florida at its best. As with all Adventure Guides, the emphasis is on outdoor activities kayaking, canoeing, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, turtle- and manatee-watching, and dozens of other ways to have fun. Many sidebar interviews with local experts and guides offer insights on everything from canoeing the Loxahatchee River to swimming with dolphins to seeking out great horned owls! Accommodations, restaurants and sightseeing too. Extensively researched, the focus is on outdoor activities - hiking, biking, rock climbing, horseback riding, parasailing, scuba diving, backpacking, and waterskiing, among others - and all the details you need, including prices, are included. The best local outfitters are listed, along with contact numbers, addresses and recommendations. A comprehensive introductory section provides background on history, geography, climate, culture, when to go, transportation and planning. The guide then takes a region-by-region approach, plunging into the very heart of each area and the adventures offered, giving a full range of accommodations, shopping, restaurants for every budget, and festivals.Abundant town and regional maps.

Fodor's USA, 28th Edition

Author : Inc. (NA) Fodor's Travel Publications
Publisher : Fodor's
ISBN 13 : 1400010888
Total Pages : 1106 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fodor's USA, 28th Edition written by Inc. (NA) Fodor's Travel Publications and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 1106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides travel and tourist information, including maps, ratings, and prices, for all states, major cities, and historic and vacation sites throughout the United States

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florida

Author : DK Publishing
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0756666708
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (566 download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florida written by DK Publishing and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The DK Eyewitness Florida travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions Florida has to offer. Fully illustrated with coverage of all the major sights from Miami Beach to the Everglades, plus the Florida Keys and the Gulf Coast. Whether you are making the most of the illustrious nightlife or discovering historic Pensacola, this guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightlife in each region for all budgets. You'll find floorplans of all the must-see sites including Castillo de San Marcos, Tampa city centre and the Flagler Museum, including street maps of major towns and cities plus reliable information about getting around this diverse state. DK Eyewitness Florida explores the culture, history, wildlife and architecture, not missing dramatic countryside and scenic walks in the fantastic Floridian sun. With all the sights, beaches, shops and attractions listed town by town, the DK Eyewitness Florida is your essential companion. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with The DK Eyewitness Florida.

Florida

Author : Karen Sirvaitis
Publisher : Lerner Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780822540663
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Florida written by Karen Sirvaitis and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the geography, history, environment, economy, and culture of the Sunshine State.

Miami Is Missing

Author : Antonio Simon, Jr.
Publisher : Darkwater Syndicate, Inc.
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Miami Is Missing written by Antonio Simon, Jr. and published by Darkwater Syndicate, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-12-31 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover a side of Miami so hidden even the natives don't know it exists. A space rocket abandoned in the swamp, a futuristic expo that never was, a city wiped off the map, a national monument at the bottom of the ocean. Photographs, addresses, and coordinates are provided to take a “then-and-now” look into the Magic City’s hidden history.

DK Eyewitness Florida

Author :
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0756693411
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (566 download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Florida written by and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-07-02 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now available in PDF format. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florida will lead you straight to the best attractions Florida has to offer, and provides the insider travel tips you need, whether you are making the most of the nightlife or discovering historic towns. Fully illustrated, it covers all the major cities and sights, from Miami Beach and the Florida Keys, to the Everglades, the Gulf Coast, and more. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florida explores the culture, history, architecture, wildlife, beaches, and scenic walks. You'll find 3-D illustrated cutaways and floor plans of all the must-see sights, as well as street maps and reliable information for getting around the state. Plus, this guidebook is packed with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops, and nightlife in each area for all budgets. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that brighten every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Florida truly shows you this state as no one else can.

Parrot Culture

Author : Bruce Thomas Boehrer
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN 13 : 0812201353
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (122 download)

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Download or read book Parrot Culture written by Bruce Thomas Boehrer and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2015-11-02 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After completing his conquest of the Persian empire, Alexander the Great maneuvered his army across the Hindu Kush and into India. During his two years there, he traveled from dry frigid mountains to humid tropical lowlands and then back across one of the most punishing deserts on the planet. He fought a series of desperate battles against strange foes mounted on war-elephants, suffering wounds that nearly killed him. And when he eventually turned homeward, he brought with him specimens of a rare, magical species, a bird that could speak with a human voice. Introduced to Europe by Alexander, parrots were quickly embraced by Western culture as exotic and astonishing, full of marvelous powers, and close to the gods. Over the centuries they would become objects of veneration or figures of folly, creatures prized for their wit—or their place on the dinner table. Ultimately, they would become emblematic of the West's interaction with the world at large. Identifying a deeply rooted obsession with these beautiful and loquacious birds, Bruce Thomas Boehrer provides the first account of parrots and their impact on the Western world. Parrot Culture: Our 2500-Year-Long Fascination with the World's Most Talkative Bird traces the unusual history of parrots from their introduction in the Graeco-Roman world as items of oriental luxury, through the great age of New World exploration, to the contemporary ecological crisis of globalism. Boehrer identifies the poignant irony in the way parrots became ubiquitous as symbols and mascots, while suffering near extinction at the hands of those who desired them. Exploring their presence and meanings in the art, literature, and history of Western civilization, Parrot Culture also celebrates the beauty, intelligence, and personality of these birds, whose fate will say as much about us and the world we have created as it will about them.

Miami and the Keys

Author : Mark Miller
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 9781426203237
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Miami and the Keys written by Mark Miller and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008-10-21 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The gateway to the Americas," Miami is the third most visited city in the U.S. National Geographic Traveler: Miami & the Keys presents the astonishing diversity of the city’s ethnic neighborhoods, culture, and architecture, as well as the allure of its surrounding beaches, wetlands, and the bewitching coral isles of Key West.

Gardens Across America, East of the Mississippi

Author : John H. Russell
Publisher : Taylor Trade Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1461733669
Total Pages : 476 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (617 download)

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Download or read book Gardens Across America, East of the Mississippi written by John H. Russell and published by Taylor Trade Publishing. This book was released on 2005-07-28 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardening is one of America's most popular hobbies, and attendance at public gardens and arboreta continues to rise. Gardens Across America is a comprehensive two-volume guide to nearly 2,000 gardens. Each entry in this state-by-state guide contains such basic information as hours of operation and directions as well asa listing of activities, educational programs, and any unique botanical features. Gardens are also indexed by type (Japanese, children's etc. and by designer; another index lists plant species and where they can be found. Twenty-four pages of color plates round out this portable directory of America's public gardens.

Florida Almanac 2007-2008

Author : McGovern, Bernie
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781455604418
Total Pages : 596 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (44 download)

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Download or read book Florida Almanac 2007-2008 written by McGovern, Bernie and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 596 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thousands of fascinating facts and figures on all aspects of life in the Sunshine State. This book, a combination atlas, directory, tourist guide, and reference manual, covers everything you want to know about the state of Florida. The current edition has updated statistics on all of the topics found in past annuals, a hurricane survival guide, and everything from basic history to residential requirements to live in the state of Florida. A very good resource for Florida natives as well as those planning to visit the state.

Explorer's Guide South Florida: Includes Sarasota, Naples, Miami & the Florida Keys (Second Edition)

Author : Sandra Friend
Publisher : The Countryman Press
ISBN 13 : 1581579020
Total Pages : 531 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (815 download)

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Download or read book Explorer's Guide South Florida: Includes Sarasota, Naples, Miami & the Florida Keys (Second Edition) written by Sandra Friend and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2010-02-01 with total page 531 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This completely revised second edition of the definitive South Florida guidebook offers coverage of Tampa, the Gulf Coast, South Beach, Miami, and the Keys. In diverse, exciting South Florida you might catch a glimpse of an endangered Florida panther in a nature preserve in the morning and visit a four-star restaurant and world-class nightclub that evening. This rich destination welcomes visitors from all over the world with its vibrant arts communities and multicultural historic sites, luxurious seaside resorts and lush forests, and some of the best fishing and diving in the United States. With cattle ranches and citrus groves all the way down to the mighty swamps of the Everglades and Big Cypress there are endless opportunities for exploration and discovery for singles, couples, and families. From eco-friendly establishments and environmental information about the region to its trendy nightlife, out-of-the-way attractions, and best beach hotels, Explorer’s Guide South Florida is a thorough introduction to an alluring place that tourists as well as locals simply shouldn’t miss. Detailed maps, an index, an alphabetical “What’s Where” subject guide, and helpful icons that highlight places that offer special value, are pet-, gay-, and family-friendly, and are wheelchair accessible round out this incredible resource, your perfect travel companion.

Explorer's Guide Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami & the Florida Keys

Author : Trish Riley
Publisher : The Countryman Press
ISBN 13 : 1581570988
Total Pages : 275 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (815 download)

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Download or read book Explorer's Guide Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami & the Florida Keys written by Trish Riley and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2009-01-05 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find the perfect spot for your beach blanket as you follow Trish to spectacular sun-splashed locations the crowds have yet to discover. With this guide, travel planning Florida's Gold Coast is a breeze. This is the ultimate guide for discriminating travelers who desire authentic experiences rather than canned entertainment—the natural beauty and rhythms of destinations instead of carbon-copy hotels with commonplace restaurants. Organized from Palm Beach south to Key West, this updated edition looks beyond the obvious and shares the unique, off-beat side of Florida. It even includes eco-friendly tips and environmental information about the region. Author Trish Riley has scoured the area for legendary chefs and local harvests, historic downtown districts, cozy inns, and sizzling beaches. Whether you enjoy camping out or savoring fine linen sheets, bird-watching or deep-sea fishing, here you will find the most up-to-date advice to make your trip unforgettable. Find out why the Explorer's Great Destinations series is “consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered. Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, culture, and history.”—National Geographic Traveler

Der Selbstlernkurs Englisch für Fortgeschrittene

Author : Barry Baddock
Publisher : Hueber Verlag
ISBN 13 : 9783190126590
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (265 download)

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Download or read book Der Selbstlernkurs Englisch für Fortgeschrittene written by Barry Baddock and published by Hueber Verlag. This book was released on 1999-08 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Les mots-clés du tourisme et de l'hôtellerie

Author : Joëlle Rouanet-Laplace
Publisher : Editions Bréal
ISBN 13 : 2749525195
Total Pages : 163 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (495 download)

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Download or read book Les mots-clés du tourisme et de l'hôtellerie written by Joëlle Rouanet-Laplace and published by Editions Bréal. This book was released on 2008 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sélection de termes et expressions tirés du domaine du tourisme. Traduction anglaise suivie d'un exemple d'utilisation en anglais. Classement thématique. Ordre alphabétique à l'intérieur de chaque section. [SDM].

Miami

Author : Nick Selby
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780864426536
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (265 download)

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Download or read book Miami written by Nick Selby and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- detailed coverage of the Caribbean enclaves of Little Haiti and Little Havana and the superstar playground at South Beach-- tips on day trips to the Florida Keys, Everglades and Fort Lauderdale-- extensive coverage of art galleries and Art Deco architecture-- where to please your palate, from Cuban food stalls to gourmet eateries