Local Area
The
sunshine state has a year round sub-tropical climate, offering sunshine
throughout the year. Visitors are able to enjoy the attractions of the
central Florida area 365 days a year, or simply soak up the sun,
relaxing by the pool.
HIGHLANDS
RESERVE GOLF COURSE - For those golfing enthusiasts, the Highlands
Reserve Golf Course is a Par 72—6,700 yd Championship Golf Course
designed by Michael Dasher. It features 120 feet of elevation change in
a layout that winds through citrus groves and pine trees, overlooking
one of Florida’s most picturesque conservation areas. The course has a
driving range putting green and practice bunkers, with instruction
provided by PGA Professionals if required.
Highlands Reserve
The BERRY
TOWN CENTRE complex is situated adjacent to Highlands Reserve and
features a Publix Supermarket, Applebee’s Restaurant, several
take-aways, a bank and a doctor’s surgery. Further supermarkets and a
Wal-Mart Supercentre are located within 2 miles.
DISNEY
WORLD - Home to Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney World is just 10 minutes away
and is one of the main reasons people come to Florida every year. Walt
Disney World has 4 theme parks, and 2 water parks. The Magic Kingdom is
probably the most famous of them all, full of fairytale and magic.
Epcot is Walt Disney’s dream - an exciting futuristic wonderland where
you can stroll around all the countries of the world. MGM is a great
place to see how the movies are made and go behind the scene of all
your favourite Disney movies. The Animal Kingdom is based on two
continents, India and Africa and is full of all the animals you can see
there. When its time to slow down and cool down, the water parks
"Blizzard Beach" and "Typhoon Lagoon" are great for a fun, if wet, day
out.
Disney World also offers excellent shopping and dining experiences at
"Downtown Disney" and night life at "Pleasure Island".
Disney World
UNIVERSAL
STUDIOS - where you really can ride the movies. Set around a lagoon
which is the focus for a night-time stunt spectacular. There are
numerous attractions, shows, famous movie characters and street
performers to entertain you.
Universal
Studios
ISLANDS
OF ADVENTURE - This park has separate themed areas "Seuss landing",
"Jurassic Park", "Toon Lagoon" and "Marvel Super Hero Island". With
some great rides for you to check it out.
Isles
Of Adventure
SEAWORLD
- Florida’s premier marine adventure park! There’s 200 acres of fun,
sun and sheer adventure.
SeaWorld
AQUATICA
- Sea World's Water Park - New for 2008, this promises to be a water
park with a difference, where you can play alongside dolphins and other
marine animals.
Aquatica
DISCOVERY
COVE - Discovery Cove is a pre-bookable experience. Become a trainer
for a day or swim with the Dolphins, Rays and other tropical fish.
Discovery Cove
Other
Nearby Attractions Include: Cocoa Beach 50 Miles or 80 Km. Tampa 75
Miles or 125 Km. Kennedy Space Centre 60 Miles or 100 Km. Daytona Beach
65 Miles or 108 Km. Sliver Springs Park 75 Miles or 125 Km.
SHOPPING
– You really can shop 'til you drop at the magnificent shopping malls,
and if time allows, the ultimate relaxation experience can be found at
one of the many quality spa facilities.
EATING
OUT - Florida offers a great choice of restaurants, with a variety of
cuisines, catering for all appetites. From American to Japanese, from
buffet to a la carte, there really is something for everyone.
GOLF -
More than 55 million rounds of golf are played in Florida every year.
There are 1,100 courses in Florida, 150 of them within the Central
Florida region alone, catering for golfers of all abilities.
Off the
beaten track, you can also discover unexplored countryside, wonderful
wildlife, public gardens and historic colonial towns.