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Uniquely Florida Mother’s Day Gifts

Millions of children are racking their brain for a unique Mother’s Day gift, but they may not be thinking far enough afield. There’s a wealth of unique gifts for Moms living in Florida, along with those that find themselves transplanted to other locales around the world. Here are some suggestions to make Mom’s day extra special.

Key Lime

Floridians are serious about key lime and there are a number of shops throughout the state that will deliver a basket of lime-based goodies direct to Mom ranging from lotions to sweets. Or you can take her for key lime pie on a stick.

Garden Gladiators

Florida is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse botanical gardens and arboretums in the U.S. Consider an outing to one of the state’s many gardens specializing in tropical plants, roses, orchids, herbs or collections from six continents.

Sports

Let Mom display her team spirit with jerseys, jackets, sweatshirts and hoodies, totes, bags and footwear from the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars or Tampa Bay Bucs.

Mystery and Puzzle Fans

Take Mom into a real-life mystery that’s part puzzle and part scavenger hunt to locate clues in an hour-long escape room adventure. No one will be disappointed with one of these adventures.

The Need for Speed

For the Mom that doesn’t believe in slowing down, take her on a Walt Disney Driving Experience. Mom can take a ride-along for six laps with a professional driver in an exotic high-performance car.

Dolphins and Manatees

Mom can swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove, Dolphins Plus, Gulf World Marine Park, and Miami Seaquarium. If Mom is a fan of manatees, adopt one for her at Save The Manatee that works to preserve the gentle, endangered national treasures of Florida.

Bounce House and Slides

For a day at home that lets Mom rest or join the fun as she desires, South Florida Bounce has water slides, bounce houses, interactive games, photo booths to commemorate the day, and food machines so she doesn’t have to cook.

Stand-Out Gifts

It’s easy to give Mom a uniquely Florida gift for Mother’s Day. Entertainments and activities abound that cater to a wide range of interests that will create memories that will always be remembered.

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Keep Your Pet Safe in the Florida Heat

Millions of people flock to Florida each year to spend time in the summer sun and they often bring their pets with them. What you may not realize is that the very warmth you seek can make your pet ill or even kill them if you don’t take appropriate precautions.

A majority of the pets that people take with them are dogs, but cats, birds, fish, ferrets and even pet pigs can experience heat exhaustion and death if left in a car, truck or motorhome for even a short length of time on a mildly warm or humid day.

Animals don’t sweat – they can only pant to cool themselves off. Vehicle temperatures can elevate by 20 degrees in just 10 minutes and increase exponentially. Leaving a window cracked doesn’t help and can actually exacerbate the situation. The following tips will help keep your pet safe in the Florida heat.

Never leave an animal in a parked car, even for 5 minutes
Don’t walk pets on paved surfaces or on hot beach sand – it burns their feet
Avoid walks and playtime during the warmest and most humid parts of the day
For pets with medical or breed-related conditions, be aware that even a short walk can endanger them
Always make sure your pet has a sufficient supply of fresh clean water, plenty of shade and a non-paved place to rest
Provide your pet with access to air conditioning – they need it even more than you do
A hair trim is fine to help your pet in the heat, but never shave them – they’ll sunburn
Regular grooming can help pets shed loose hair that can contribute to overheating
If you see a pet trapped in a vehicle on a hot day, notify authorities and stay there until help arrives

Humidity adversely affects pets as much as heat and Florida experiences its share of both. The danger increases when the two are combined. You and your pet can enjoy your sojourn in Florida by taking appropriate precautions to keep them safe and factoring in the weather conditions for the time of year you visit.

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Ditch the TV and Try these Ideas

Picture a TV customized to the size of your outdoor living space. There’s no fighting for position to get the best view – everyone can easily see every moment of the action. While that day hasn’t arrived, the next best things are the bounce houses, water slides, carnival games and mechanical rides available at South Florida Bounce.

Themed bounce houses are available to pique the interest of all ages and they can be combined with water slides to transform any yard into a wonderland for the young and young at heart. South Florida Bounce has the tallest free-standing water slide with a 40-feet drop that will thrill and amaze. Dry slide options are also available and can be paired with bounce houses and obstacle courses.

For thrill-seekers, tune your outdoor “TV” to an adventure channel with an activity that combines the fun of a trampoline with the excitement of bungee jumping. You can also choose a four-sided rock wall for climbing, an inflatable corn maze, a giant hamster ball course, or human foosball. You can also choose an inflatable 9-hole golf course, interactive space or sumo arenas, gladiator jousting, water balloon wars, and the ever-popular skee ball.

South Florida Bounce lets you bring the fun of a carnival midway to your back yard. Add ambiance with a bubble machine while friends and family try their luck at the dunk tank. Multiple game booths are offered, along with “Plinko,” a cash cube, and a trackless train.

Keep the masses fed with food options that capture the look, feel and scents of a fair with machines to create snow cones, cotton candy, and popcorn. Hot dog rollers and steamers provide a more substantial offering to keep everyone energized.

You can take a break with a selfie booth featuring a variety of props and backgrounds. Even better, choose the innovative new “strip” photo booth that utilizes state-of-the-art digital technology. It’s the same type of photo booth that’s become a popular must-have at celebrity gatherings.

You can’t clutter your outdoor space with a Godzilla-sized TV, but you can fill it with the live action of bounce houses, water slides, a myriad of interactive games, rides, and the excitement of a carnival. The many options available at South Florida Bounce enable anyone to set their channel for adventure.

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Hot Florida Theme Park Deals

Summer is closer than you think and it won’t be long before families across the nation begin planning vacations and looking for the best deals on theme park activities in Florida. There’s an extensive array of destination theme parks and combination packages from which to choose to satisfy any desire.

Walt Disney World

The well-known theme park offers different discounts on tickets throughout the year and a Flexible Date option if you don’t know the exact date of the visit. Choose discounts for Epcot® Center, Magic Kingdom®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, Disney’s Blizzard Beach and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. Discounts of up to 30 percent are also available when booking rooms at the resort.

Universal Orlando™

Universal Orlando™ features favorites that include The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Universal’s Islands of Adventure™, Universal’s Volcano Bay™, and Universal City Walk™. Various ticket discounts and specials are offered throughout the year and the theme park often offers three days free when you buy two days.

LEGOLAND® Florida

Visitors can save $15 off standard pricing on a one-day ticket to LEGOLAND® or a two-day admission for access to the LEGOLAND® Florida Park and Water Park.

Busch Gardens®

The park offers $25 or more on a ticket to Busch Gardens®, up to $65 on a ticket to any of the company’s four theme parks, and up to $84 on a three-park ticket. Discounts are also offered on vacation packages.

SeaWorld®

You can save $20 on SeaWorld® single-day passes. The theme park offers a variety of vacation packages that includes a visit to SeaWorld® and Aquatica®. Admission to Busch Gardens® can be added for an additional $20.

Discovery Cove® Orlando

Swimming with dolphins is just one of the many activities at the water park and it’s a Traveler’s Choice Award winner by TripAdvisor. Savings vary by package and the earlier you book, the more you save. Feed tropical birds, have up-close encounters with animals and snorkel with fish. It’s the only 5-bubble amusement park in Orlando and has a certified autism center.

There’s something to enjoy for every age group in Florida. The theme parks conduct a variety of specials throughout the year and it’s a good idea to sign up for their newsletters or check back on their websites often to take advantage of the best discounts.

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Start Planning Your Memorial Day Bash Now

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Across the U.S., Memorial Day marks the official beginning of the summer season and elaborate events are planned around the holiday. Whether the celebration is for family, a business or charitable organization there are inflatable water-themed activities and a myriad of entertainments available. They’re extremely popular and it pays to plan early to obtain the must-have amusements.

Many people don’t realize the wide variety of choices available for a backyard bash that are equally suited for a block party or a promotional event. South Florida Bounce specializes in amusements that can act as stand-alone activities or combined with the company’s wealth of options for an unforgettable experience.

Water parks are extremely popular and equipment is available to rent that will turn any open space into a playground. Alternately, dry ground can be transformed into a water wonderland. South Florida Bounce has the tallest free-standing water slide featuring a 40-foot drop.

Individuals can select from both wet and dry combo sets that combine the fun of a water park, bounce house, slides and pools, or go strictly with one option over the other. For those with a competitive nature, inflatable obstacle courses and multi-challenger mazes are available.

Parents and organizations can cater to the younger set with more than 50 themed units for children with a passion for subjects that include football and dinosaurs, carousels and castles, pirates and princesses, TV shows and movies, and multiple superheroes.

Bounce houses are also popular and today’s options include their own light and sound systems appropriate for teens. Individuals, businesses and organizations can also have a bounce house customized with their own theme.

Inflatable bars add fun and ambiance to any gathering and they’re equally beneficial for serving adult drinks or a wide range of soft drinks to keep youngsters refreshed and hydrated. Multiple themes are offered.

No celebration would be complete without food and any event is more festive with popcorn, snow cone, and cotton candy machines. Hot dog rollers can also be rented that are able to grill hotdogs, brats and even breakfast sausage, while keeping buns warm.

Generators are required to keep the inflatables filled and those can also be rented, along with a variety of tables, chairs and tents to accommodate any number of people. South Florida Bounce has a well-earned reputation for providing everything needed to make celebrations memorable.

With Memorial Day right around the corner, it pays to reserve the inflatable bars, bounce houses, water entertainments, and food machines early to ensure a perfectly themed event. The wide range of options available at South Florida Bounce makes it easy to plan a party for holidays, birthdays, weddings, fundraisers, and company events that will be talked about for years to come.

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Letting Kids Fail can Teach Life-Long Lessons

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Every parent wants their children to be safe and avoid injuries whether they come in the form of physical or mental discomfort. Watching a child fail brings forth a variety of parental emotions. It’s a natural reaction, but as much as parents want to insulate them from the world, allowing kids to try and fail is the best teacher and they’ll be learning important lessons they’ll carry with them throughout their lifetime.

Children learn the same way adults do – trial and error – and it’s an effective teacher. Parents can warn children about consequences, but a child won’t fully grasp the concept unless they actually experience penalties. From forgetting their homework to leaving their bike in the driveway, a less than stellar grade or a stolen bike teaches a valuable lesson about responsibility and accountability for their own actions.

Parents that try to “fix” their kids’ grades –and succeed – are simply teaching their child that might makes right and that with enough power, they don’t have to take responsibility. Children know if they’re failing a subject and they may lie about it – until the report card makes it impossible to hide. While a bad grade isn’t a crisis, lying about it should carry consequences.

Part of the problem is that today’s parenting gurus equate good parenting with not allowing their children to experience “negative emotions.” Those feelings teach youngsters coping skills and how to avoid situations in the future that evoke those feelings.

There are numerous opportunities for learning and growth when parents take a step back. It happens with small actions from something as simple as learning to wait their turn in line. Kids learn qualities of patience, tolerance and responsibility. When teen drama occurs, parents should take a back seat and let kids learn to work it out on their own – the exception is if they’re being bullied in person or online.

Just as adults learn that failure to complete their tasks to the best of their ability and on time comes with consequences, so children learn through smaller examples in everyday life. Children that are allowed to fail grow up to become competent, responsible, resilient and empowered adults.

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6 Amazing Gluten-Free Desserts that Kids Will Eat!

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The number of children being diagnosed with a gluten allergy is increasing and the severity can be life-threatening for some. It’s better to be safe than sorry and for those that want to make homemade treats, a number of tasty dessert options are available that kids will eat and even ask for seconds.

Brownies

Avoiding gluten doesn’t mean giving up the rich taste of brownies. The chocolaty treats are perfect for little hands and eating on the go. The most common flour for use in gluten-free brownies is almond flour, but be sure that those that partake of the chewy sweets don’t have a nut allergy.

Cookies

Gluten-free cookies don’t need hours to bake or an extensive number of ingredients to make. Healthy three-ingredient cookies are a welcome treat that can easily be made with gluten-free cake mix, eggs and extra virgin olive oil. An added benefit is that gluten-free cake mixes are offered in multiple flavors.

Cake Pops

Few desserts gain a child’s attention like cake pops. Just bake a gluten-free cake from a mix, crumble the cake when it’s done and mix the pieces with any flavor frosting. Form the cake balls to any desired size, add the stick and decorate with a choice of chocolate drizzle, sprinkles and/or frosting.

Banana Pops

Extremely easy to make, banana pops are a healthy treat that kids will have fun making and eating. They can be dipped in chocolate and decorated with coconut, nuts, sprinkles or any desired embellishment. The nutritious snack can be made ahead of time and frozen or let kids decorate their own as part of party festivities.

Doughnut Holes

Doughnut holes are easy to make and can be served at a party, as a snack or a breakfast treat. They’re light, fluffy, and fit a child’s small hands. The balls can be formed by hand or a cutter can be used. An added advantage is that they can also be fashioned into sticks for dunking milk or coffee.

Red Velvet Pie Cookies

These little mini pies combine the best of a cake and a cookie and begin with mini red velvet cakes that can easily be made at home. Take one of the mini cakes, slather on some cream cheese frosting, and top with another cake. The entire dessert can be sprinkled with powdered sugar for a more festive appearance.

Gluten Free Indulgence

Delicious, gluten-free desserts don’t require any more time or effort than traditional cakes or cookies with the gluten-free mixes available in the baking aisle of today’s supermarkets. They ensure anyone can have a safe and gluten-free treat to satisfy their sweet tooth.

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Noah’s Ark Waterpark – Wisconsin Dells, WI

The Coolest Water Parks in the U.S.A.

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Water parks top the list of the most desirable places to visit across the U.S. They evoke memories of childhood and enable people to let go of their inhibitions. A water park provides people of all ages with the opportunity to forget their cares.

For communities that aren’t fortunate enough to have their own water park, there are numerous rental facilities, such as South Florida Bounce, that can provide everything needed for a day of aquatic fun from 40 ft. water slides, bounce houses and obstacle courses to mechanical rides, interactive sports, and food machines.

Some water parks have made a definite mark for themselves over others and they include, in no particular order:

Cowabunga Bay Water Park – Draper, UT

Turn back the clock with this 1960s-themed water park featuring 12 levels of tunnels, bridges, a 1,500-gallon dump bucket, over 300 water toys from which to choose and 1,000-ft. long water slide.

Sandcastle Waterpark – Pittsburgh, PA

A former railway yard, Sandcastle Waterpark is highlighted by 15 waterslides, a waterfall, river and boardwalk, and a wave pool, along with family games and activities.

Noah’s Ark Waterpark has over 50 attractions encompassing a flume ride, 4D dive-in theater, tube racer, endless river, wave pools, and 335 feet of sinuous water track that then plunges 37 feet.

Schlitterbahn Waterpark – New Braunfels, TX

The German-themed water park chain features 51 attractions including waterslides, indoor and outdoor water parks, tubing, pools, a castle with tube chutes, continuous wave boogie boarding, and an uphill water coaster.

Raging Waters – Los Angeles, CA

The water park has more than 50 rides, slides and attractions that include a water roller coaster, 18-foot-wide river ride, three twisting tunnels, two flumes with a drop of 52 feet, a seven-story vertical drop, mat races, speed slides, and water obstacle course.

Disney’s Blizzard Beach – Orlando, FL

This water park has one of the fastest and tallest free-fall body slides in the world, three inner tube waterslides, toboggan racers, and North America’s largest wave pool.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor – Jackson, NJ

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor has more than 25 thrill rides, a 60-foot-wide funnel, wave pool, lazy river, a slide with a 75-foot drop, and toboggan rides.

Silver Dollar City’s White Water – Branson, MO

Highlighted by a slide with a 240-foot drop, it also has a wave pool, lazy river, tower speed slides, mat races, rafting fall, and aqua shooters.

Wilderness at the Smokies – Sevierville, TN

The attraction has 17 waterslides, nine pools, indoor and outdoor water parks, body and slide tubes, inner tube river adventure, and wave pool.

Cedar Point Shores Waterpark – Sandusky, OH

The water park is home to geysers, fountains, slides and drops that include a water slide with a six-story drop, along with a wave pool, inner tube rafting or rapids, and mat racing.

All the Amenities

Each of the water parks offers activities and adventures for small children, places to rest and recuperate, and a myriad of dining options. Water parks are an ideal option for the young and young at heart.

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8 Ways to Replace Your Kids Devices

March 2, 2019 sfbadmin

Are you worried that your children are spending too much time playing computers games, or staring at their cell phones or iPads? While we would like to think that right here in Florida there are so many wonderful incentives to get kids playing outside in the fresh air, more children than ever before are spending too much time glued to their devices.

If you would like to see your kids spend a little more time away from their devices, and enjoying the real world, try some of these ideas for size.

Inspire them

Younger kids want to be just like their parents. Tell them stories about places that were special to you when you were a kid, and then take them there or show them somewhere similar so that they develop their own special relationship with their own environment. This could be a park, a beach or even just a few streets that you crossed every day on your walk to or from school.

Show them

Want them to go bodyboarding on the beach or kayaking through the Keys? If you want them to try loads of high-octane activities, while you simply sit by and watch them, they won’t buy into it. Lead by example, if you want them to try new and exciting things, try them first and show them that you are all in this together.

Trust them

One of the hardest things with slightly older children is trusting them to go out with their friends on their own and hope that they make good decisions when you are not there to protect them. This is a natural part of growing up, and you need to let them have their freedom. Educate them from an early age about boundaries, respect and potential dangers and they will be just fine.

Treat them

If they want to do something special for a birthday or treat, make it happen. So often as parents we are too busy, exhausted or just feeling the pinch financially that is easier to just say no and send them to their rooms instead. As often as you can, make a real effort to treat them to an outdoor activity that they really want to go to. It could be a sporting event, a special day out or even just a trip to the park – do it now, before you regret not doing it.

Entertain them

It doesn’t take much to get young children smiling and having fun. Whether you choose a picnic in the park, a walk on the beach or a make-shift puppet show in the back yard, if you show that you are interested in them and want to have fun with them, your efforts will be rewarded ten-fold.

Educate them

Got a project in school that has really sparked their interest? Don’t tell them to google it, take them out and show them instead. Museums, libraries and places of interest all have plenty of historical information that can relate directly to what they are learning at school. These days history is not all about stuffy museums filled with boring subjects, it’s all interactive, educational fun that they will enjoy, and you will feel good about.

Include them

Why not get everyone together for a family BBQ or neighborhood gathering? Invite all the kids of all ages, and their friends too, and let them feel part of something really special. It can be hard to keep kids engaged, especially if there are big age gaps, but simple, timeless activities like bounce houses or water slides are guaranteed to make kids of all ages smile.

Amaze them with inflatables from South Florida Bounce

Give us a call today to see how we can get your kids out of their bedrooms, away for their devices, and into the back yard or community space with our super awesome inflatables, waterslides, sports, and activities. Call us at 561.245.7100 to find out more.

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