Florida has long been regarded as the number one family vacation destination. The sunshine state with sunny skies and warm temperatures is sure to make for an enjoyable visit at any time of year.

So, if you are staying Next Door to Mickey, what can you expect to find.

The Kissimmee and Orlando area has something to offer everyone, with world famous theme parks, championship PGA golf courses, big brand name shops and outlet stores, restaurants, nightclubs, nature reserves, nearby white sandy beaches the list just keeps on going.

Obviously the most famous of all the parks is the Walt Disney World resort, which covers 47 square miles, and houses four theme parks (The Magic Kingdom, Epcot, MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom), two themed water parks, Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island, where its New Years Eve everynight. There is enough here for every member of the family including rides, shows, parades, fireworks and all your favourite characters. Dont forget about food, the parks and resorts offer a range from fast food counter service, to five star award winning full service restaurants

Dont forget a visit the the famous Universal Studies and Islands of Adventure theme parks, full of white knuckle coasters, and themed entertainment for the family, young and old. Between the two parks is the Citywalk area, with its brand name shops, restaurants and bars offering nightly entertainment..

Seaworld is an amazing look at life below the waves, where else can you feed the dolphins, watch Shamu the world famous killer whale, ride a serpent rollercoaster and learn about the amazing native Manatees. Not forgetting the new evening fireworks show.

A trip to Tampa will get you to Busch Gardens, home of some of the largest and fastest white knuckle coasters around. Set in hundreds of acres of safari, seek out the thrills on the rides, and then go on the Serengeti Safari, and get up close with giraffes, zebras and rhinos.

Fancy something a little more relaxed. No problem. Why not visit Cypress Gardens where native plants and exotic species combine in a magnificent display creating a horticultural masterpiece. Visit the Topiary trail a see the amazing waterfall. Or what about a visit to the Disney designed town of Celebration. Or Oldtown Kissimmee. Both of which offer shops, cafes and sights of hometown America, you will want to bring your camera.

Fancy a round or two of golf. No problem. With over 120 courses within a forty-five minute drive you will be spoilt for choice, and with that average temperature of 72 degrees, its just perfect for working on your game.

Florida offers some of the worlds best beaches along its 1000 miles of sandy shorelines. To the east is the Gold coast, with Daytona, and Cocoa all the way down to Miami. To the west is the Gulf coast, with Tampa bay, St. Petes and Clearwater to name but a few.

And of course, we cant forget the shopping. With hundreds, and hundreds of brand name stores, any outlet centers selling just about everything at reduced prices. You could easily spend your vacation shopping. Just remember to bring an extra suitcase.

 

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