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When you are planning your next vacation to sunny Florida, one of the most important factors to base your decision on is a convenient location. With Disney World, Universal Studios and more you'll want the closest location possible. Just look at what this area has to offer:

When you are planning your next vacation to sunny Florida, one of the most important factors to base your decision on is a convenient location.

All our villas are in Central Florida with easy access to Orlando and the Disney Theme Parks, Universal, Busch Gardens, Miami, Kennedy Space Center, Cocoa Beach, and many other attractions in the area.  The area also boasts a vast range of world class Golf Courses.

Whether you choose to rent the villa for you and your family, or a party of golfers or like-minded Theme Park enthusiasts, you’ll find the atmosphere to be one that is comforting and enjoyable while you soak up the year-round Florida sun.

Please note that we are able to get attractive discounts on tickets for the following attractions and shows and sometimes these are well below the prices you can obtain on the gates and with no queues to join in the Florida sunshine.  Just pick the places you want to go, and email us for prices.  Your tickets can be waiting for you on your arrival at your villa.

Just look at what this area has to offer...

Theme Parks and Attractions

Disney World - You and your family can enjoy the adventure offered here and our villas are within 6 miles of the gates.  Not just for kids, Disney World offers many attractions, including Disney-Hollywood Studios (formerly MGM), Epcot, Magic Kingdom, and Downtown Disney, where you can experience nightlife like no other. Don't forget the firework displays held every evening.

Sea World - What is a trip to Florida without visiting Sea World?  Whether you choose the thrill of the rides offered in this park or prefer the spectacular shows that feature some of the most amazing creatures of the deep, you’ll find Sea World is a great place for you and your family to spend the day.

Universal Studios - If it is excitement, entertainment, and fine dining you’re looking for, you’ll find it at the Universal Orlando Resort.  With Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Universal City Walk, you and your family will experience some of the best rides, go behind the scenes of movie-making, and shop at some of the best places in Florida, ending the day with a great choice of nightclubs and bars, all within this one location.

Gatorland - Gatorland will allow you and your family to experience the alligator close up.  Beginning when you walk through the alligator mouth entrance, this experience will provide you and your family with fun-filled memories.  

Wet N Wild - Here you’ll find out why this water park is rated the best by Aquatics International, when you and your family visit.   With a variety of slides and water activities for both children and adults, you and your family will find it an exciting adventure.  

Cocoa Beach - Offering hours of entertainment to the visitor, Cocoa Beach is the closest beach to Orlando, only an hour’s drive away from your villa and is a perfect place to enjoy both recreation and leisure.  Whether you simply wish to relax on the beach or do some shopping, you’ll find everything you need at Cocoa.

Kennedy Space Center - Just over an hour away from your villa, you’ll find the Kennedy Space Center an amazing place to visit. Whether you are looking to enjoy the exhibits or indulge yourself in some astronaut ice-cream, a visit here will offer you and your family a glimpse of history and the future. Why not give your family the experience of a lifetime and book your holiday to coincide with a rocket or shuttle launch? 

Click here for the schedule of upcoming launches: http://www.nasa.gov/missions/highlights/schedule.html

Busch Gardens - If you and your family enjoy roller coaster rides, Busch Gardens is the place to visit.  Just an hour away, you’ll find the largest and fastest roller coaster in the South.  Families from all over will get the excitement they crave at Busch Gardens.

Cypress Gardens - Less than half an hour you and your family can enjoy the friendly atmosphere of Cypress Gardens.  Whether you wish to enjoy the rides or take in some of the best concerts to be held in the area, you and your family will cherish the memories you make.

Dinner Shows

Arabian Nights - Enjoy a delicious Prime Rib Banquet in the wonderful Palace of Horses as you watch a tale of romance and intrigue unfold as you dine.

Tony ‘n’ Tina’s Wedding - Highly original and laugh a minute dinner show, this off-broadway production has been hailed as one of the best nights out that can be had!

Makahiki Luau - A Polynesian evening complete with authentic costumes and Pacific Islands cuisine will make this a night to remember.

Capone's - A great show and dinner.  Comedy, cabaret and lots of audience participation.  If you want to feel like a gangster or a gangster's moll go here and check out the other 'families'.  Just keep an eye out for the taxman....

Medieval Times - As the name suggests you will be carried back in time to witness a tournament of games, jousting and hand to hand combat for the entertainment of King Alphonso the Magnificent and his guests.  You will be treated as noble Lord's and Ladies as you dine on a Royal four course Medieval feast.

Murder Watch Mystery - Visit one of the two shows held on Saturday nights where you solve the murder mystery whilst dining on an unlimited buffet in a supper club atmosphere akin to New York or Las Vegas.  If you prove to be the Super Sleuth of the evening you will be handsomely rewarded with the coveted prize of the Murder Watch watch.

Pirates Dinner Adventure - Swashbuckling action as you become the hostage of a band of pirates who think nothing of plundering, pillaging and robbing.  Lot's of audience participation, lots of good food, and more importantly, lots of great fun!!

Sleuth's - Accept an invitation to Gerald Keenan's 80th Birthday Party where during the festivities Mr. Keenan is murdered.  It is up to you to discover who did the dastardly deed and prizes are awarded to those who solve the crime.          

Everything Else...

The Shopping Experience - Discover the advantages of shopping in all the up market shops & the discount outlet malls that other cities may have to offer without the disadvantage of weather problems, parking, and expensive hotels.  

Just to give you an idea - there are eleven major malls and outlet centers in the Orlando area where you can find everything from 75% discounts on designer goods to up market shopping at the Mall at Millenia where you can mingle with the fashionable residents of the area whilst you shop in major stores such as Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus and Macy's in luxurious surroundings.  In addition to that there are outlet stores selling everything from trainers to major brand electronics at massive reductions; and four major flea markets that between them have 3000 vendors with merchandise offering savings of up to 75%.

Why not get a party of friends together and come over on a shopping trip? Shop 'til you drop - drop at your private villa pool with a well-deserved cocktail after a hard day's shopping that is.  Call us now for special deals. 

The Alternative Holiday - However you wish to spend your time on your holiday, we can arrange a trip for you.  Some of Florida’s best kept secrets are the alternatives available for those who want to experience something off the beaten track. 

Swim with Dolphins.  Why not try the 2 day Swim with the Dolphins Trip?  This is a once in a lifetime experience. Enjoy a picturesque ride to Key Largo where you will check into the beautiful Bayside Resort complete with a private beach. A bountiful evening meal will be served on the Beach. The whole Dolphin expericence takes place in the natural ocean and will be either the afternoon of your arrival or the morning after arrival. A flotation device will be provided and is mandatory. The swim is approximately 1 1/2 hours and involves educational briefing and the history of the Dolphins you will be with. While in the water you can expect Dolphin kisses and handshakes as well as other interactions from these marvalous creatures. Day two begins with continental breakfast and Everglades Adventure wtih an AirBoat ride. See an alligator and snake handling demostration. You will also visit Miami's Bayside shopping area before returning to Orlando.  See  our Discount Attraction Tickets section for good savings on this trip.  Even those who don't want to swim can come with you on our 'no swim' deal.  That way the whole family can share the experience.

Other alternatives include:

  • Charter a boat for a day trip to discover the lakes
  • Fishing
  • Hot Air Balloon trips
  • Horse Riding
  • Air Boat Excursions
  • Water-skiing
  • Helicopter rides

These are just a few of the secrets that Florida has to offer.

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If you have any ideas of your own just ask us for details when booking your holiday of a lifetime.

And, if that's not enough...

When you and your family stay with us, you will be able to enjoy scenic paths and see nature at its best.  In this idyllic setting, you’ll find your villa to be close to tropical landscapes, orange groves, protected conservation areas and many golf courses.  As these amazing vacation rentals are so close to Disney and so many other attractions, it will allow you and your family to truly customize your family vacation.

 

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