Orlando/Disney
Central Florida, often called the Theme park capital of the world, is home to Disney World Florida, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld, Wet ‘n Wild, Kennedy Space Center, Cypress Gardens, Daytona International Speedway, and Gatorland.
The neighbouring cities of Kissimmee, Clermont, Davenport, and Davenport provide thousands of holiday vacation homes. The vast majority of vacation homes are second homes owned by private individuals. They are usually managed by a local property management company. Homes can range from 1 bedroom condos to 8+ bedroom luxury villas with private pools. Guests can book directly from the home owners, through their management company or offered as a package by tour operators.
Central Florida has a wide variety of shopping options from malls to quaint shopping villages and revived down-towns.
Some of the popular shopping malls include:
- Festival Bay Mall – 5250 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
- Florida Mall – 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando,
- Mall At Millenia – 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839
- Orlando Premium Outlets – 8200 Vineland Avenue, Orlando, FL 32821
- Point Orlando – 9101 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
- Prime Outlets – 4951 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
From fast food to upscale fine dining, Orlando has over 4,000 eating places to cater for everyone’s appetite from American to French, Chinese, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Cuban, Mexican and more. Don’t forget the Dinner shows which come in all shapes and sizes including comedy, Broadway, live music and murder mysteries.
Family favourites include:
- The Black Angus Steak House
- Carrabba’s Italian Grill
- Outback Steakhouse
- Red Lobster
- Sizzlers
- Johnny Rockets
- Tony Romas
Central Florida has many natural springs, many of which have been incorporated into state parks. The springs are very popular attractions during the summer months. With the water maintaining a constant temperature around 72 degrees, it is perfect for cooling off visitors. Many visitors go to the springs to spot manatees and alligators or to go boating.
There are three International Airports:
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) – nearest airport for Disney World and the surrounding attractions
- Tampa International Airport (TPA) – nearest airport to the beaches of the Gulf coast
- Daytona Beach Int’l Airport (DAB) – nearest airport closest to the beaches of the East coast
