The Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida

OFFICIAL 2009 From the FRVTA PRESIDENT to FLORIDA Donnie Davis FRVTA President A Membership Directory of the Florida RV Trade Association 10510 Gibsonton Drive Riverview, FL 33578 813-741-0488, Fax 813-741-0688 1-800-330-7882 • www.frvta.org The riches of Florida await you and can offer the quiet tranquility of Mother Nature, the rush of a fast-paced amusement park, the roar of auto or bike racing, the savory taste of some of the best eating in town, and the best saltwater or freshwater fishing around. The Florida RV Trade Association is happy to produce this guide to help you plan your stay in our great state. While visiting Florida look for the FRVTA logo to assure expert care and service. Our members can help you with the latest accessories, the purchase of a new RV, financing, insurance, or a place to camp. Dedicated to making your stay in Florida a memorable and pleasurable experience, the members of the FRVTA are here to serve your needs. In last year’s guide there was a quotation by David Woodworth, RV historian: " the reason people hit the road in RVs is the same today as it was: People love their freedom". Come to Florida and find that freedom. 150 Third Street, S.W. Winter Haven, FL 33880-2907 Publishers of The Official 2007 RVers Guide to Florida ADVERTISING Phone (863) 294-2812 • (800) 274-2812 Fax (863) 299-3909 • www.reni.net PUBLISHER Joe Jensen – jjensen@reni.net FINANCE Denise Harwell – dharwell@reni.net IT DEPARTMENT Jay Hook – jhook@reni.net RENI Publishing President/CEO Joe Jensen – jjensen@reni.net Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida -Advertising Deanna Pearce – dpearce@reni.net Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida -Design Mary Nason – mnason@thenissengroup.com OTHER PUBLICATIONS Small Business Resource Florida Real Estate Journal Destination Florida Magazine RVing in Florida offers an array of activities for the entire family, including outdoor fun, some of the best amusement parks in the United States and a variety of museums. On the following pages, see what Florida RVing has in store for you. Small Business Resource Advertising John Beward – jbeward@reni.net Nicky Harvey – nharvey@reni.net Martha Theriault – mtheriault@reni.net Matthew Russell – mrussell@reni.net Small Business Resource Design Diane Traylor – dtraylor@reni.net Florida Real Estate Journal Advertising James Phillips – jphillips@frej.net Kenna Rogers – krogers@frej.net Robert Pitts – rpitts@frej.net Florida Real Estate Journal Design Mami Li – mli@thenissengroup.com In Partnership with The Nissen Group Joe Jensen – President/CEO Creative Director Ron Palfrey – rpalfrey@thenissengroup.com Design and Production Ron Palfrey – rpalfrey@thenissengroup.com Mary Nason – mnason@thenissengroup.com Mami Li – mli@thenissengroup.com Information in the Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida is subject to change without notice. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the information was accurate as of publication date, RENI and its employees, agents, clients and distributors shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of or reliance on the information contained in this publication or from omissions to this publication. All photos for The Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida were provided by VISIT FLORIDA, RVIA - Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, and GoRVing.com. 2009 cover photographed by Mark Jerman with M&J Photography, Aniheim, CA. State Representative, Eddy Gonzalez and his wife, Barbie, and children, Evan and Ethan their Georgetown by Forest River motorhome. A special thanks to George and Johnnie Lempaneu, owners of Arcadia Peace RV Campground, for the use of their RV PARK as the backdrop. © 2009 FRVTA. All rights reserved. frvta.org 7 http://www.frvta.org http://www.frvta.org http://www.reni.net http://www.GoRVing.com http://www.frvta.org

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The Official 2009 RVers Guide to Florida Contents RV Friendly Logos Meet Roadie Behind the Wheel Region 1 - Southwest Florida Region 2 - Southeast Florida Region 3 - Tampa Bay Area Region 4 - Orlando & Space Coast RV Rentals Region 5 - Florida Panhandle Financing Your RV Region 6 - Northeast Florida Region 7 - North Central Florida Florida Regional Shows Region 10 - Out of State Members Indian Mounds in Florida Springs in Florida What’s Your Type? Lighthouse Tour Insurance, Who Needs It?

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