Thus, in 1493, Columbus began a process of swapping Old and New World plants and animals along with stowaway pests, weeds, and germs. As a result, both the Old and New Worlds were changed. Texas historian Alfred W. Crosby called this global enterprise the âColumbian Exchange.â.
Mission Bay in Boca Raton, Florida. Welcome to Mission Bay, a very desirable and well established community located in West Boca Raton. The Mission Bay community is comprised of ten subdivisions. Each subdivision has its own distinct, flavor, charm and appeal.
From Mission Bay, FL: 1  Head west on Lake Vista Cir. 2  Take the 1st right to stay on. 3  Lake Vista Cir. 4  Take the 1st left onto Vista Grande Rd. 5  Turn left onto Cain Blvd. 6  Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Glades Rd. 7  In 7.7 miles, turn right onto NW 2nd Ave/NW Boca Raton Blvd. 8  Take the 1st left onto NW 11th St.