Exploring the Area
Florida is a tourist mecca, with something for absolutely everyone if you take time to look. Aside from the many great theme parks and attractions, Florida is home to a host of championship-grade golf courses, acres of wildlife preserves and some terrific shopping and dining options.
Our Villa is located just outside of Kissimmee in Central Florida. Its central location, and nearby access to the 192 and I 4 highways make it ideally placed to explore Floridas many attractions.
Disney Themeparks
Family friendly theme parks spread over 30,000 acres.
Great for Kids with something for everybody.
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Universal Studios
Movie and TV inspired Theme Parks. Harry Potter fans and coaster-buffs will
enjoy Islands of Adventure.
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Busch Gardens
Thrill rides and wildlife abound in this well balanced park. Be sure to check out the wildlife safari, and wooden steeplechase coaster 'Gwazi'.
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Sea World
Slower paced park with lots of shows, a great kids play-place, not to mention Polar Bears (in Florida?) and the world-famous Shamu.
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Wet n' wild
Included on the Orlando Flexticket is this gem of a water-park, located on International Drive and filled with slides, pools and plenty of sun-loungers.
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The SPace Coast and Cape Kennedy
For anyone with an interest in the history of space travel Kennedy Space Center is a must-see. For beach-bums travel a little further to the Atlantic coast and grab a deck-chair.
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Shopping and dining
We've put together a little map showing you how to get to your nearest gastronomical convenience. Similarly we've found a few great places to shop on our travels, click below for info.
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Golf courses and resorts
The villa is situated right near the brand new multi-course Champions Gate Resort, and within 20 miles of more than two dozen others! Click below for more information on golf around Orlando.
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Local shops and amenities
One drawback to self-catering in Florida, is that 'popping out' for the essentials can quickly turn into a half-hour drive. Not here - we're only a ten minute walk from the nearest shops and gas station.
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Wildlife and Nature
Away from the hustle and bustle of the theme-parks, Florida hides an array of wildlife and nature reserves - many of which are well equipped with picnic areas and hiking trails.
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