Somewhere between Orlando and Tampa…

Somewhere between Orlando and Tampa off Interstate 4 lies Polk County, FL. Spanning just over 2,000 square miles, making it larger than the state of Rhode Island, with about half of that state’s population, Polk is sequined with more than 550 freshwater lakes and adorned by more than 40 top-notch golf courses and in the heart of Central Florida.

There are also many attractions worth a visit for families, couples or groups. There are affordable alternatives for residents who are looking to stay close to home, attend concerts or visitors merely seeking something off the beaten path. Seven small tourist attractions in Polk County have teamed up to offer a multi-attraction pass for Florida residents.

The Central Florida Play Pass offers seven consecutive days of unlimited admission to various attractions, including: Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, Fantasy of Flight, Bok Tower Gardens, Explorations V Children’s Museum, Florida Air Museum, Polk Museum of Art, and the Water Ski Hall of Fame and Museum. The pass also offers 50 percent off admission to the Westgate River Ranch Rodeo.

The pass costs $69.95 for adults and $39.95 for children ages 3 to 9, excluding tax. Members of AAA can save more by purchasing the pass at the automobile association office. For more information, go to visitcentralflorida.org/sc or call 1-800-828-7655.

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