Mount Dora

	Location	Mount Dora
	Transportation	Take I-4 Exit 92, Hwy. 436, go west to U.S. 441, then north and follow the signs to Mount Dora and its "business district."
	Phone	352/383-2165
	Web site	www.mountdora.com

This haven for artists and retirees is also an enjoyable day trip, not to mention a wonderful alternative to Disney. The town, established in 1874, has the genuine feel of old Florida, with an authentic Main Street, far less crowded than the one Disney tries to re-create. The 19th-century buildings lining the streets are picture-perfect, leading to the calm, dark green waters of Lake Dora. Unlike most of Florida, this town actually has rolling hills, adding to the charm. Highlights include Renninger's Antique Center and Farmer's Market (tel. 352/383-8393 for the antique center or 352/383-3141 for the farmer's market; www.renningers.com). The hundreds of shops and booths are open Saturday and Sunday. Up to 1,000 dealers attend Renninger's 3-day antique extravaganzas held the third weekends of January, February, and November. After you've worked up an appetite, take a lunch break at the Beauclaire Dining Room at the historic Lakeside Inn, 221 E. 4th Ave. (tel. 800/556-5016 or 352/383-4101; www.lakeside-inn.com). Enjoy lemonade and cookies while rocking on the front porch overlooking the lake.