One Day in Vero Beach

DIsney's Vero Beach Resort isn't located anywhere near Vero Beach proper, but that's what makes it a getaway destination. You'll definitely need a car if you want to explore more of the area outside of the resort. This full service hotel is one of the best places in town for a weekend or a vacation, and is perfect for families with k... More >

DIsney's Vero Beach Resort isn't located anywhere near Vero Beach proper, but that's what makes it a getaway destination. You'll definitely need a car if you want to explore more of the area outside of the resort. This full service hotel is one of the best places in town for a weekend or a vacation, and is perfect for families with kids. Cottages and traditional hotel rooms are both offered to guests. From beach rentals to water sports equipment to sing-along campfires with smores, there's many activities to keep kids and adults entertained.

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Ay Jalisco

Traditional Mexican food is hard to come by in Florida, where any kind of spicy cuisine is geared more toward Caribbean fare than Mexican. But Ay! Jalisco in Vero Beach is an oasis in the Sunshine State, offering traditional dishes at reasonable prices. The restaurant was founded by Mexican immigrants, so their food is definitely authe... More >

Traditional Mexican food is hard to come by in Florida, where any kind of spicy cuisine is geared more toward Caribbean fare than Mexican. But Ay! Jalisco in Vero Beach is an oasis in the Sunshine State, offering traditional dishes at reasonable prices. The restaurant was founded by Mexican immigrants, so their food is definitely authentic. But don't hesitate to ask for a spicer seasoning, since the chefs are used to cooking for Gringos and tend to keep things mild for those unaccustomed taste buds.

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Sake Sushi Bar & Grill

Seafood is right up there with citrus as one of the staples of Floridian's diets, but we had to search far and wide for decent sushi. At Sake Sushi Bar, we found it, and although it wasn't as spectacular as West Coast sushi, it had lots of flavor, the fish was fresh and the service was fantastic. Prices were OK, and all four of us were... More >

Seafood is right up there with citrus as one of the staples of Floridian's diets, but we had to search far and wide for decent sushi. At Sake Sushi Bar, we found it, and although it wasn't as spectacular as West Coast sushi, it had lots of flavor, the fish was fresh and the service was fantastic. Prices were OK, and all four of us were well-fed at a reasonable price for a sushi dinner.

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Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge

Grab a kayak rental and head out to the Intercoastal Waterway for one of the best birding and watersports experiences you'll have on the East Coast. The Refuge (and Vero Beach in general) is situated in the transition zone between temperate and tropical climates. At the Refuge, you'll see animals and plants from both regions, including... More >

Grab a kayak rental and head out to the Intercoastal Waterway for one of the best birding and watersports experiences you'll have on the East Coast. The Refuge (and Vero Beach in general) is situated in the transition zone between temperate and tropical climates. At the Refuge, you'll see animals and plants from both regions, including mangroves, salt marshes and manatees. This 5,413 acre refuge was the first one in the U.S., and you can spend a lifetime exploring it but always seeing something new. Paddling the area is easy enough for the beginner, but use care, as the water can get choppy in late afternoons, making paddling home an exhausting chore (it happened to us).

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Heritage Center and Citrus Museum

Vero Beach was put on the map when the L.A. Dodgers made this small town their spring training home base, but before baseball took over, the region was known for its citrus and agricultural industries. Located in downtown Vero Beach, adjacent to a beautiful park, the Heritage Center tells the story of the citrus workers, groves, proc... More >

Vero Beach was put on the map when the L.A. Dodgers made this small town their spring training home base, but before baseball took over, the region was known for its citrus and agricultural industries. Located in downtown Vero Beach, adjacent to a beautiful park, the Heritage Center tells the story of the citrus workers, groves, processes, and pioneer families who settled this region. Guests are also treated to free weekly concerts and other dances, concerts and events produced by community members.

Guests are also treated to free weekly concerts and other dances, concerts and events produced by community members.

One Day in Vero Beach

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