The Plantation on Crystal River, Florida
This episode of Florida's Best Weekend Getaways takes us to one of my favorite places, Crystal River, Florida. Crystal River is a natural spring-fed river that is amazingly clear with turquoise water.
The river is a constant 72 degrees year round due to the 5 million gallons of spring water pumped into out of the ground every day. The constant temperature is what the Manatee love so it is no surprise that it hosts one of the largest Manatee population in the world!
The Plantation on Crystal River is an old southern-style plantation that sits beautifully right on the river and also has a championship golf course as well. They have very nice rooms as well as golf villas that sleep 6. The resort also has an excellent restaurant with one of the best Sunday brunches I've been to.
Along with all of this the spa is amazing!
Checkout their website and you'll see why I love it so much and wanted to feature it for the series.
I highly recommend the Plantation on Crystal River for a weekend getaway! Would I steer you wrong? I don't think so!
xoxo
Mariah Milano
Filmed on location and the 2 cute girls who were interviewed did so without pay or compensation of any kind!
Crystal Isles Duplex 13 - Crystal River (Florida) - United States
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Crystal Isles Duplex 13 hotel city: Crystal River (Florida) - Country: United States
Address: 11419 West Fort Island Trail; zip code: FL 34429
Offering free WiFi and an outdoor pool, Crystal Isles Duplex 13 is situated in Crystal River, 12 km from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. The accommodation is air conditioned and has a seating and dining area.
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Crystal Isles Cabin 8 - Crystal River (Florida) - United States
Crystal Isles Cabin 8 hotel city: Crystal River (Florida) - Country: United States
Address: 11419 West Fort Island Trail; zip code: FL 34429
Offering an outdoor pool, Crystal Isles Cabin 8 is set in Crystal River, 12 km from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Free WiFi is provided . All units are air conditioned and include a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV.
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Crystal River Refuge's Manatee Manners for Paddlers
Between November and April, Kings Bay is home to the largest aggregation of manatees in a natural environment in the world. To protect manatees from harm, harassment and disturbance, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Manatee Sanctuaries were created in parts of Kings Bay. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service asks all paddlers to watch this informational video in order to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for humans and manatees alike.
For more information on the Refuge and manatees, visit
Florida Travel: Swim with a Manatee in Crystal River
If you haven't been to Three Sisters Springs, you're missing out. It's a year-round favorite and in the winter manatees come in huge numbers. Learn more about Crystal River here:
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Econo Lodge Crystal River - Crystal River (Florida), USA - HD Review
Econo Lodge Crystal River - Special price! -
This Econo Lodge is located on the west coast of central Florida, near the Gulf of Mexico. This Crystal River hotel is close to area attractions, including Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Weeki Wachee Springs, and the Ted Williams Museum.
Guests of this hotel are invited to enjoy many amenities, including free continental breakfast, free local calls, free coffee in the lobby, and an outdoor pool. Business travelers will appreciate access to fax and copy services. Guest laundry facilities and refrigerator hires are also available. Pets are welcome for a surcharge.
The crystal clear waters of King's Bay, providing the perfect location to see manatees in their natural habitat from March through November, are a short drive away. Crystal River is known as the Diving Capital of the World. Additional nearby attractions include the Crystal River Archaeological State Park, Yulee Sugar Mill, and the Coastal Heritage Museum.
Several outdoor activities, including boating, canoeing, hunting, fishing, golfing, swimming, and diving, are offered in the surrounding area. A wide variety of restaurants and cocktail lounges are located nearby. The Oar House cocktail lounge is adjacent to the hotel.
Crystal Isles Cabin 6 - Crystal River (Florida) - United States
Crystal Isles Cabin 6 hotel city: Crystal River (Florida) - Country: United States
Address: 11419 West Fort Island Trail; zip code: FL 34429
Featuring free WiFi and air conditioning, Crystal Isles Cabin 6 is situated in Crystal River, 12 km from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Featuring a patio, the accommodation has a dining area and seating area with a flat-screen TV.
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Florida Rivers, Crystal River (3/3), Kings Bay, Banana Island & Beaches
Crystal Rivers' Kings Bay Islands, Springs, Beaches & Manatees
Exploring Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge was created around the Three Sisters Springs, a place where Florida's manatees seek refuge during the cold winter temperature in the 93.9F springs.
Hampton Inn Crystal River - Crystal River Hotels, Florida
Hampton Inn Crystal River 2 Stars Crystal River Hotels, Florida Within US Travel Directory Located just 3.4 km from Crystal River city centre, this Florida hotel features a swimming pool and daily hot breakfast. Free Wi-Fi is also available.A microwave, refrigerator and coffee-making facilities come standard in each room at Hampton Inn Crystal River. A cable TV and telephone are also included.A business centre and fitness centre are on site at Crystal River’s Hampton Inn. A launderette is available for added convenience.The Coastal Heritage Museum is just 3.2 km from this hotel. Guests will be 7.2 km from Crystal River Preserve State Park.
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Hampton Inn Crystal River, 1103 North Suncoast Boulevard FL 34429, USA
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Rainbow River - Crystal River
Rainbow River , Crystal River FL,USA
Raibow river is not a river.actually this one is a spring.
freshwater dive site.
Crystal River Refuge's Manatee Manners for Swimmers
Between November and April, Kings Bay is home to the largest aggregation of manatees in a natural environment in the world. To protect manatees from harm, harassment and disturbance, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Manatee Sanctuaries were created in parts of Kings Bay. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service asks anyone wishing to swim near the manatees to watch this informational video in order to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for humans and manatees alike.
For more information on the Refuge and manatees, visit
Crystal River Florida - YouTube Travel HD
Another spectacular destination in Florida. Peaceful, quite and natural this is the place to come to see manatees in their natural environment. In the summer the water gets cloudy but in November it clears up. Up to 700 manatees come into the Crystal River for the winter due to the constant 72 degree temperature of the spring.
EVERY manatee carries scars from boat propellers, there is an effort underway to reduce boat speed in the river but many boat owners are resisting this.
music by Kammerer 01 - Under water and 05 - Another deep breath
Econo Lodge Crystal River - Crystal River Hotels, Florida
Econo Lodge Crystal River 2 Stars Crystal River Hotels, Florida Within US Travel Directory This Econo Lodge is located on the west coast of central Florida, near the Gulf of Mexico. This Crystal River hotel is close to area attractions, including Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Weeki Wachee Springs, and the Ted Williams Museum.Guests of this hotel are invited to enjoy many amenities, including free continental breakfast, free local calls, free coffee in the lobby, and an outdoor pool. Business travelers will appreciate access to fax and copy services. Guest laundry facilities and refrigerator hires are also available. Pets are welcome for a surcharge.The crystal clear waters of King's Bay, providing the perfect location to see manatees in their natural habitat from March through November, are a short drive away. Crystal River is known as the Diving Capital of the World. Additional nearby attractions include the Crystal River Archaeological State Park, Yulee Sugar Mill, and the Coastal Heritage Museum.Several outdoor activities, including boating, canoeing, hunting, fishing, golfing, swimming, and diving, are offered in the surrounding area. A wide variety of restaurants and cocktail lounges are located nearby. The Oar House cocktail lounge is adjacent to the hotel.
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Econo Lodge Crystal River, 2575 North US 19 FL 34428, USA
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Crystal River Manatees
Swim with manatees in Crystal River Florida. The largest aggregation of manatees in Citrus County are found during the winter months around the springs of Kings Bay, the headwaters of Crystal River, where they are afforded special protection in the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
Dead Mall: Crystal River Mall - Crystal River, Florida
A video of the Crystal River Mall in Crystal River, Florida. Sorry about the low quality video, I was trying not to make it obvious that I was filming.
The Crystal River Mall opened in October of 1990. The original anchors were Belk-Lindsey, Sears, and Kmart. J.C. Penney was added in 1992 and a Regal movie theater was added in 1998. Sears closed in 2012, J.C. Penney closed in 2013, Belk closed in 2014, and Kmart closed in March 2017. The mall is currently anchored by Rural King that opened in the vacated Sears building in 2014. It was a really interesting mall, but a relatively small one. The food court is located in the center of the mall and the roof is made out of fabric, which was unique. When I was there, it seemed like there was some construction taking place, so I believe they are trying to revitalize the mall, which would be fantastic because it is such a beautiful and interesting building! I plan to re-visit the Crystal River Mall and film a better video.
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FHSAI Lecture: Dr. Thomas Pluckhahn, Crystal River: A First Millennium Cosmopolitan Community
FHSAI Lecture with Dr. Thomas Pluckhahn, Professor of Anthropology, University of South Florida. Over the course of the first millennium A.D., the Crystal River site on Florida's west-central Gulf Coast developed into one of the largest communities in eastern North America. Archaeological evidence suggests that the growth of the community at Crystal River was due in large part to its ability to attract people, ideas, and things from distant places. The result was a community that can be aptly described as cosmopolitan for its diversity and sophistication.
Hampton Inn Crystal River in Crystal River FL
Reservations: . . .. .. ... . .. .. ... . . . . Hampton Inn Crystal River 1103 North Suncoast Boulevard Crystal River FL 34429 Located just 2 miles from downtown Crystal River, this Florida hotel features a swimming pool and daily hot breakfast. Free Wi-Fi is also available. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee-making facilities come standard in each room at the Hampton Inn Crystal River. A cable TV and telephone are also included. A business center and fitness center are on site at Crystal River’s Hampton Inn. A laundromat is available for added convenience. The Coastal Heritage Museum is just 2 miles from this hotel. Guests at the property are 4.5 miles from Crystal River Preserve State Park.
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River - Crystal River, Florida
As one of the newest hotels in Crystal River - Florida - this Holiday Inn Express® hotel features a modern - green-friendly and smoke-free environment. We're also conveniently located near highways 19 and 44 - which offer easy access to Inverness - Tampa and Orlando.
From the eco-attractions of Nature Coast to the parks of Crystal River - FL - our hotel's location is ideal for nature lovers. You can fish - hike and dive year-round at the state parks or visit Kings Bay and swim with manatees. In fact - the world's highest concentration of these gentle giants is right here in Crystal River - FL! Our hotel's guests also enjoy shopping at The Shoppes of Heritage Village or touring the Coastal Heritage Museum.
From the 750-sq.-ft. meeting room to the 24-hour Business Center - business travelers benefit from our hotel's amenities. Crystal River - Florida's major businesses - like Progress Energy Nuclear Power Plant - Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center - Citrus Memorial Hospital and Withlacoochee River Electric are all within minutes of our hotel.
Your Crystal River - FL trip's itinerary should include our complimentary hot breakfast bar each morning - relaxation time by the outdoor pool and a workout in the 24-hour Fitness Center. Free high-speed Internet access is available in every room - suite and the hotel's lobby. Crystal River is a must see - so call today to learn more about the hotel.
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Swimming With The Manatees at Crystal River, FL with Captain Mike
Enjoy the video, then come and swim with the Manatees at Captain Mike's, located on the beautiful Crystal River. Public and Private tours available. Call (352) 571-1888 for reservations TODAY!
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Address: 1610 SE Paradise Circle Crystal River, FL 34429 USA
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