LOCAL ATTRACTIONS AROUND THE ORLANDO AREA
Florida is guaranteed to give you and your family the holiday of a lifetime, as there is something for everyone. You can choose from the excitement of the theme parks, the quiet and tranquil surroundings on the golf course and plenty of shops to choose from, for those who enjoy shopping. Below are a few of the many popular attractions, shopping malls and golf courses.
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THEME PARKSWATER PARKS
MINIATURE GOLF COURSES
GOLF COURSES
SHOPPING
RESTAURANTS
THEME PARKS
The following is a list of the most popular Theme Park and Attractions in Florida.
Disney's Magic Kingdom - This is where it all started back in 1971. Each time you visit the Magic Kingdom, childhood fantasies become reality, fairy tales come to life, kids and adults of all ages discover the excitement of pure Disney magic. When you walk away you will find yourself humming a tune or two.
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Disney's Epcot - Here you can discover the wonders of the world, feel the force of a space launch with Disney's Mission Space or experience the speed of Test Track. If that's not enough, you can explore the world in a day, well almost. World Showcase allows you to experience eleven cultures and cuisine's, you can literally eat your way around the world. End your day with the spectacular firework display, every night at 9.00pm.
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Disney's MGM Studios - Step onto Hollywood Boulevard, the only place where big-screen thrills, TV fun and the best of Broadway come together. Scream as you fall out of control through 13 floors of fear, on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Blast 0 - 60 mph in 2.8 seconds as the music of Aerosmith rocks you through a wild, twisting roller coaster. Step back in time on the Great Movie ride in the Chinese Theatre, which takes you through those big time classic movies.
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Disney's Animal Kingdom - A fun filled park with creatures real and fantastic, from an incredible blast through flaming meteors and ferocious dinosaurs, to a crazy twisting romp through time on a spinning roller coaster where every turn brings unexpected wonders on rides such as Dinosaur and Primeval Whirl. If that's not enough why not venture out on safari across 110 acres of African Savannah to encounter freely roaming wildlife. Ride on the Kali River Rapids, but remember to take a change of clothes, you will get wet!
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Universal Studios - This is the number one movie and TV based theme park in the world. Not only is it a real working film and TV production studio it has some amazing rides and shows. The newest ride is the Revenge of the Mummy. Plunge into total darkness, plagued on all sides by huge fireballs, swarms of scarab beetles and an army of rotting warrior mummies. For the younger one's you can enjoy the likes of Shrek 4-D, ET, Jimmy Neutron and Barney, plus many others. Also experience rides such as Men in Black, Back to the Future, Twister, Earthquake and JAWS. This park has a real movie feel to it.
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Islands of Adventure - A great park especially if you like the thrill of the big rides. There are five islands each with its own theme, thrills and non-stop adventure. There is something for everyone from Dr Seuss for the very young, to Jurassic Park for the more daring to Toon Lagoon for those of you who love to have fun and get wet. Here you will find our favourite ride Popeye and Bluto's Bilge Rat Barges, no escaping here you most definately will get wet!
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Sea World - Not only are you observing marine life, you are part of it. Touch stingrays, meet Shamu, see up close the Beluga whales and take a stroll down to Dolphin Cove and Pacific Point Reserve where you can feed the dolphins and sea lions. If that's not enough, for those of you who like to take in the thrills of the rides you can experience rides like the Kraken and Journey to Atlantis, you will get wet!
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Discovery Cove - If the budget allows it, this is a park that is well worth visiting. Access is limited to 1000 visitors a day and is by reservation only. Here you will have the rare opportunity to swim with beautiful bottlenose dolphins, snorkel amongst thousands of exotic fish and giant stingrays, swim in an aviary of tropical birds or just simply soak up the sun on the sandy beach. You come away from this park with a feeling that will certainly have a lasting effect and leave you with plenty of memories.
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Busch Gardens - Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay is about a 50 minute drive. Here you can experience the thrill of the rides like the Montu and the Kumba but also at the same time experience one of the country's premier zoos. You can see animals like the white tigers, gorillas plus all the normal animals you would find in a zoo. You can also have fun on any one of the water rides but a word of warning you will get wet no matter which one you try, there's no escaping!
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Gatorland - Orlando's Best Half Day Attraction located in sunny Central Florida! Known internationally as the Alligator Capital of the World, Gatorland is a 110-acre alligator theme park and wildlife preserve. Gatorland has been a vacation destination for millions of visitors from all over the world with its incredible display of huge alligators and crocodiles, children's water park, train ride, aviary, breeding marsh and bird sanctuary, petting zoo, nature walk, gift shop, and one-of-a-kind shows such as the world famous Gator Jumparoo. So c'mon inside... your adventure awaits!
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Kennedy Space Centre - Here you can experience the past, present and the future. See where it all started way back in the 1960's firstly with the Mercury programme which saw the first manned space craft to orbit the Earth, followed by Project Gemini where Astronauts walked and worked in space for the first time. Then that all famous Apollo programme which saw the first man on the moon. If the past is not want you want to see, then you can learn about the present day shuttle programme and find out what the future holds for space transport. Well worth a day out.
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WATER PARKS
The following is a list of the most popular Water Parks in the Orlando area.
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Disney's Typhoon Lagoon - If Blizzard Beach is not your cup of tea, why not head over to Typhoon Lagoon. Here you can enjoy island life as you body-surf in one of the largest man made wave pools, snorkel with real live sharks or just simply relax on the beach.
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Wet n Wild - The world's premier water park features a full-day of fun for the entire family. Wet n Wild's world-class signature thrill rides and quality service offer something for fun-lovers of all ages.
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MINIATURE GOLF COURSES
The following is a list of the most popular Miniature Golf Courses in the Orlando area.
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Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course - Play as hippos dance, fountains leap and broomsticks march, and enjoy interactive obstacles inspired by memorable scenes from Disney's classic animated feature film "Fantasia." It's a Golfing Fantasy!
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Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course - Ski on over to this course that, Disney Legend has it, is the off-season resort destination of Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Built by elves, pint-sized fun is abundant in the two offerings: the Snow course and the Sand course.
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Pirates Cove - Pirate's Cove, "the Original Adventure Golf", offers an un equaled miniature golf experience!. The adventure and legends of the infamous pirates come to life in our award winning theme park settings. Putt your way through caves, over footbridges and under cascading waterfalls; all amidst a fun filled atmosphere of the natural wonders, extraordinary landscaping, and enchanting pirate lore.
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GOLF COURSES
There are over 100 golf courses in Orlando, from the most challenging championship courses to the more easy going courses. The following is a selection of the most popular Golf Courses in Orlando, which are all open to the public.
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GOLF CLUBS LOCATED ON US 27
The following selections of Golf Clubs are located on the US 27.
Southern Dunes Golf Club (800 632 6400) - Opened in 1993, Southern Dunes is an upscale daily fee facility that continues to receive numerous awards from the golf industry. The charm and appeal of the club, comes from the friendly staff and unique characteristics of the course. The course offers players of all abilities the opportunity to play and enjoy one of the most challenging and beautiful courses in Central Florida. Located just outside Orlando and only 15 miles from Disney World, Southern Dunes has become a local and tourist favorite.
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Ridgewood Lakes Golf and Country Club (407 629 6767) - Ridgewood Lakes Golf and Country Club located on Eagle Ridge drive just off HW27. The Ted McAnlis layout is sculptured from lush rolling land and features immaculate playing conditions year round. Water and natural wetlands come into play on 16 of our 18 holes and the resident breeze can significantly change the course from day to day.
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Highlands Reserve Golf Club (407 629 6767) - Highlands Reserve sits atop one of the highest areas of Florida and offers remarkable scenery along with a course designed for hot golf. This championship Mike Dasher design gives you pine tree-lined fairways reminiscent of the Carolinas, open spacious fairways likened to the great Scottish courses, and a bit of old Florida with citrus trees along the countryside. Large, fast, undulating greens make this course challenging and fun for all levels of golfers. Conveniently located just minutes from Disney and all major attractions, Highlands Reserve Golf Club is a Central Florida favorite.
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GOLF CLUBS LOCATED IN KISSIMMEE
The following selections of Golf Clubs are located in the Kissimmee Area.
Kissimmee Oaks Golf Club (407 354 0011) - Located only minutes away from the Disney area, Kissimmee Oaks Golf Club offers a beautifully natural golf experience. You'll play 18 championship holes amidst the magnificent 100-year old oaks that are the signature of this fine course. Graceful sloping fairways wind around crystal lakes. Wild turkey and sand heron provide a "gallery" as well-placed shot lands on meticulous greens. Enjoy Kissimmee Oaks, where the beauty of Florida and great golf come together!
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Celebration Golf Club (407 566 4653) - Located within the natural wetland environment, creating a truly serene golf experience. The course boasts rolling terrain that weaves through a series of pristine lakes and periodic clusters of native oak, pine and magnolia. Designed with shot-making strategy in mind, the championship caliber course demands accurate approach shots and consistent putting. Featuring strategic hazards and challenging greens, and sporting five sets of tees on every hole, the course invites competition for many skill levels.
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Falcan's Fire Golf Club (407 239 5445) - One of the many reasons why Falcon's Fire remains one of the premier Orlando golf courses is because the course pays respects to the timeless traditions of the game of golf. This natural, classic 18 hole, par 72 golf course establishes the standards by which all golf facilities are evaluated. Boasting tournament playing conditions 12 months a year, Falcon's Fire is arguably the finest maintained golf facility in Central Florida. Falcon's Fire Golf Club is not only recognized as one of the finest Orlando golf courses, but also nationally.
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Boggy Creek Golf Club - Boggy Creek's nine-hole layout provides the perfect setting for a quick and challenging round of golf. With four sets of tees at each hole it offers a fair challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Boggy Creek Golf Club is also one of the few courses in Orlando that allows walking at all times. Check out the signature sixth hole and challenge yourself on nine holes that are nothing short of a complete golf experience.
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Remington Golf Club (407 344 4004) - Designed to offer a fair test from every tee and an enjoyable experience for all golfers. The undulating fairways, the lush greens and the manner in which the holes wrap around the lakes offer options to play it safe or to go for it. This is a public course for all ages. Opened in May 1996, Remington boasts an 18-hole championship golf course with a complete practice area including a unique water driving range. This visually striking course offers abundant water, generous landing areas, and a contemporary design that is fair and challenging.
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GOLF CLUBS LOCATED IN WALT DISNEY WORLD
The following selections of Golf Clubs are located in the Walt Disney World Resort.
Disney's Palm Golf Club (407 939 4653) - Experience the natural beauty of the Florida woodlands that makes this majestic course one of America's premier resort destinations. Both a pleasure to play and one of Disney's toughest courses, this Joe Lee masterpiece features sparkling lakes and tropical sand, all in a gorgeous golf landscape populated with strategically placed palms. Played each year as part of the PGA TOUR FUNAI Classic, Disney's Palm offers plenty of challenges for the novice and seasoned pro alike.
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Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Club (407 939 4653) - Enjoy a meandering course that winds its way through pastel villas, pine forests, palmettos and sparkling lakes. Experience the pleasures of a classic country-club course with a distinctive atmosphere. Tee off next to boats and canals and enjoy views of an enchanting lighthouse. Golfing here is, in the words of course architect Joe Lee, "exciting, challenging, yet fun to play.
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Disney's Eagle Pines Golf Club (407 939 4653) - Take on the rolling fairways and surrounding wetlands that give Eagle Pines a unique look and an equally matchless challenge. Follow this low-profile, Carolina-style course along the natural contours of the land where water and sand await errant shots. Famed designer Pete Dye's signature undulating greens are well-guarded by strategically placed bunkers. Here, success lies in the touch more than the power.
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SHOPPING
The following is a list of the most popular Shopping locations in the Orlando area, offering shopping to suit all budgets.
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Downtown Disney - By day and night this place is filled with fun. You can shop, eat, visit the cinema or just party. Here, not only will you find Disney's largest store which has something for everyone, you can find a number of other shops including Virgin Mega store. if you want to pass the time you can enjoy the 24 screen AMC theatre complex, the largest in the Southeast of America. Discover Disney Quest the first ever indoor interactive theme park, and see the daring artistry and acrobatics of Circque du Soleil. If that's not enough visit Disney's Pleasure Island, there's live entertainment every night of the week.
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Florida Mall - Located on Sand Lake Road and Orange Blossom trail, this indoors shopping mall has plenty of parking and featuring shops such as Burdines, Dillard's, JC Penney, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sears, Nordstrom and Lord and Taylor, along with over 250 specialty stores.
Orlando Premium Outlets - Situated at Lake Buena Vista on Vineland Avenue. Here you will find a host of brand names shops such as Kenneth Cole, DNKY, Giorgio Armani, Timberland, Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic plus many more.
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The Mall at Millenia - Located just off the I4 exit 78 on Conway Road this under cover shopping mall built in 2002 has many famous shops which include Tiffany's, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, Crate and Barrel, Gucci and Chanel among but a few.
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Pointe Orlando - Situated next to the Orange County Convention Centre on International drive. You will find a number of shops, bars and restaurants plus a 21 screen theatre. Pointe Orlando is home to our favourite Johnny Rockets, a 60's type diner with great tasting American food. You cannot leave without tasting the apple pie and milkshakes.
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RESTAURANTS
The following is a list of local restaurants in the Sandy Ridge area, offering food of different variety to suit all budgets.
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Il Pepperoni Pizzeria & Restaurant
8293 Championsgate Blvd
Championsgate
FL 33896
Florida
Telephone (407) 397 7499
Takeaway & Delivery (7 days) 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Domino's Pizza
45717 HWY 27
Davenport
FL 33897
Florida
Telephone (863) 424 5222
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Sunday to Thursday 4:00 pm to 12:00 am
Friday to Saturday 4:00 pm to 1:00 am
Takeaway & Delivery (7 days)
China 1 Chinese Restaurant
8307 Championsgate Blvd
Championsgate
FL 33896
Florida
Telephone (407) 396 8866
Delivery Service available.
At the China One restaurant, we offer a relaxing and charming atmosphere in our restaurant with excellent food in healthy portions for everyone to enjoy. Only the finest and freshest ingredients are used, and we invite you and your friends to come in and enjoy a wonderful meal at a really low price.
Angus House of Beef
8594 Palm Parkway
Orlando
FL 32836
Florida
Telephone (407) 238 2411
Quality is a tradition at Angus House of Beef. Famous for the black diamond ribs, fresh cut daily Angus beef, seafood, incredible desserts and much more. Open 7 days for dinner. Happy Hour. Large outside dining area. Children's menu.
Perkins
5170 W Irlo Bronson Hwy
Kissimmee
FL 34746
Florida
Telephone (407) 396 8960
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The menu of Perkins today offers consumers a comprehensive breakfast, lunch and dinner selection ranging from the traditional to the innovative. High quality food, sparkling clean restaurants, personalized service and unsurpassed value ... come on in and join us for a memorable dining experience...
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