Our villa is perfectly located to take advantage of many of the wonderful attractions that the Orlando area has to offer. So if you have had enough of relaxing by the pool in the glorious Florida sunshine, here are a few ideas for getting out and about.
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The Gulf Coast beaches
Florida isn't called the Sunshine State for nothing. It is home to some great beaches and you will be sure to want to explore at least some of them during your stay. From Clearwater Beach with it's miles of white sandy shoreline to the famous Venice Beach where beachcombers hunt for shark's teeth and on to Treasure Island, with its early history of pirates, Indians and buried treasure.
A
quick word to the golfers.
Florida
is home to many fine courses, but you will have one of the best right
on your doorstep at the Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club. Click here
to read more.
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Disneyworld
50 years old in 2005, there's never been a better time to visit
the most famous Theme Park in the world. See all your favourite
Disney characters, enjoy the rides and that unique Disney magic. |
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Universal
Studios Two incredible theme parks in one convenient location.
Universal Studios gives you the chance to ride your favourite movies,
such as Back to the Future, Twister and Shrek. Then head over to
Universal's Islands of Adventure, five remarkable islands with cutting
edge rides such as Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon and the Lost Continent. |
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The
Kennedy Space Center The Kennedy Space Center is a "must-see"
attraction on your trip to Orlando. It's the only place on earth
where you can tour the world famous launch areas, meet an astronaut,
see giant rockets, even train in a space-flight simulator. |
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Sea
World With rides, shows and "hands-on" experiences
(feed the dolphins and sea-lions, count the teeth on a shark), there
is something for everyone at Orlando Sea World. |
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Busch
Gardens Adventure Park Busch Gardens Adventure Park is
at Tampa Bay - "an intense adventure filled with wild animals
and even wilder rides" including Edge of Africa, where you
can take a self-guided walk through a scenic habitat of hippos,
hyenas, meerkats, vultures , crocodiles, baboons and more. |
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Cypress
Gardens Adventure Park With rides, shows and concerts,
animals and gardens, this really is an attraction with something
for everyone. Follow th elink to the Cypress Gardens website to
find out more and remember to check out teh events and concerts
scheduled during the time of your holiday in Orlando. |
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Air
Boat Rides Glide through the Florida wetlands and experience
Florida's native wildlife - exotic birds, turtles, even the Florida
alligator. It's all available here in the Orlando area on East Lake
Tohopekaliga at Boggy Creek Airboat Rides. |
