Orlando, is situated in the heart of Florida in an area known as Central Florida.

Easily accessed by a network of major roadways or a fabulous International Airport.

Orlando incorporates resort areas of Kissimmee and Lake Buena Vista. Both are ideal resorts for all the family. Everyone will find something to satisfy their whims, to make this trip the best vacation of their lives. Be it the magical experience of Walt Disney World® and all that it has to offer, or the thrill of the world class rides at Islands of Adventure®. Make believe that you're in Hollywood for a day with a visit to Universal Studios®, or splash around with Shamu and friends at SeaWorld®.

 
However, if you think you've outgrown that kind of fun and theme parks are not your thing, don't despair. O-Town still has so much more to offer and plenty of other attractions to satisfy anyone!

Shopping is a favourite past time in this city. There are two fabulous shopping plazas: the Florida Mall or the Millennium Mall, both offering a great choice of the large department stores and speciality shops.

However, if you love a bargain, then Belz outlet mall on International drive or the Orlando Premium Outlets® at Lake Buena Vista are a must.

Florida can boast about its 1,000 golf courses. Orlando is home for some of the world's top golfers and unsurprisingly a great location for some of the best golf courses too. Golf is certainly one of the favourite past times for residents and visitors alike. The nightlife in Orlando is varied and vibrant. Downtown Orlando offers a variety of clubs and bars.

Universal Citywalk is the city's hottest nightime entertainment spot. Where you can experience live music, fine and casual dining, shopping, dancing, state-of-the-art cinemas all in one locations.

Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island are another great choice for evening and adult entertainment. Why not try one of the many superb dinner theatre experiences, such as the new Pirates Dinner Show or take a visit to the Improv comedy club.

Don't forget that you can get discounted attraction tickets for nearly all activities in Orlando!! To find out more about Orlando visit the Orlando visitors' bureau at www.orlandoinfo.com.

 
After all that excitement you will need to relax and will undoubtedly want to explore what else Florida has to offer.

From Orlando the beautiful Florida beaches are just 90 minutes away in either direction. To the West, visit the white sands and sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico along the Pinellas Suncoast area.

Drive though Tampa, a great cosmopolitan city and a fabulous alternative nightlife choice, out to the resorts of Clearwater, Madeira Beach, Treasure Island and St. Pete's Beach. Whilst in this area don't forget to visit the Dark Continent of Busch Gardens® adventure park.

Further south the gorgeous destinations of Anna Maria Island, Sanibel and Captiva or Naples and Marco Islands. All offer fabulous beaches and great locations to escape the hustle and bustle of Orlando and everyday life.

To the East of Orlando, the Space Coast named for it's proximity to Kennedy Space Centre, the resorts of Daytona, Cocoa or Melbourne beaches offer the more classic bustling beach scene with the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.

These destinations offer great facilities for exhilarating water sports and are a Mecca for surfers.

Further north experience the shores where the Spanish first explored the New World and the oldest U.S. City of St. Augustine. Here you can stroll through cobbled streets to the 17th-century fort Castillo de San Marcos or view re-enactments of the colonial days. Ponte Vedra Beach is an upscale resort area providing outstanding golf and tennis facilities.