Inside America’s Fastest Growing City (Ocala Florida Travel Guide)

Editorial Summary

The creators explore Ocala, Florida, a city noted for its rapid growth and status as the horse capital of the world. Their 48 hour itinerary begins in downtown Ocala, where they discuss the history of the brick architecture following a massive fire in 1883. They visit local dining spots including Brick and Iron, a highly rated breakfast location, and Fria's, a Mexican restaurant featuring 3D murals. The trip includes outdoor adventures such as biking the Marshall Swamp Trail, though they encounter a broken bridge and heavy insects. They also visit Silver Springs State Park to kayak in search of manatees and the local colony of rhesus macaques. Further exploration includes the World Equestrian Center, where they observe an RV show and discuss potential van life. The journey concludes with an adrenaline filled experience at Canyon Zipline and Adventure Park, featuring a 4,000 foot zipline over water. The creators conclude that Ocala offers a unique blend of nature, history, and adventure that justifies its popularity.

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