Central Florida Vacations
Central Florida Offers an Assortment of Vacation Options For The Whole Family to Enjoy.
Central Florida has become known as the "Best Vacation Spot in the World" and it is obvious why. This is home to the Walt Disney World Resort, the largest entertainment complex in the world. Located just south of Orlando, Disney World is surrounded by many other family-oriented amusement parks such as Universal Studios, Sea World, Discovery Cove and many other attractions which combined make up the largest family amusement area in the world. Central Florida is a thrilling combination of modern man-made attractions and centuries-old natural beauty.
Central Florida offers a wealth of vacation options all within an hour's drive from Orlando. Golden beaches with azure water; scenic nature preserves filled with rare species of wildlife; more than 150+ top-rated golf courses; high-energy spectator and participatory sports; unique cultural, educational and historic attractions; antique and boutique shopping; numerous nightly entertainment options; and a wide range of restaurant and dining options create the world's most amazing vacation destination for families.
Tourist activities center on the rich history of the area and the vast wilderness, which is an excellent backdrop for outdoor activities. Central Florida brims with 554 lakes, a few rivers, nature preserves and camping areas. In central Florida you'll find manatees coming in from the cold winter ocean in the springs around Crystal River. Central Florida is also the site of both the migratory and non-migratory flocks of endangered whooping cranes. And dolphins are seen from the beach almost every day around Cape Canaveral and Clearwater.
Explore Central Florida
Orlando - Orlando is a vacation paradise that’s famous for its fabulous resort hotels, exciting theme parks and great shopping. Orlando offers a wide range of leisure activities. Aside from great theme parks, an Orlando vacation offers many family orientated activities and attractions. Visit Orlando’s many aquariums, camp grounds, gardens, museums, nature centers and zoos. The collection of theme parks including Cypress Gardens, Discovery Cove, SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World Resort are unrivaled anywhere in the world.
Lake County - Within the county's boundaries there are over 1,000 pristine lakes, conservation areas, state parks, wildlife preserves and nature trails. Lake County is popular with visitors looking for a off-the-beaten-path destination. Located one hour from Central Florida’s famous attractions it offers visitors Quaint inns, graceful rolling hills, clean lakes, preservation areas and a family friendly atmosphere. Lake County has a collection of unusual attractions that offer a variety of activities such as exploring underwater caves, diving into natural springs, kayaking, hiking, fishing, and shopping at many of the quaint shops and charming boutiques or visit the huge mall of antiques located on 117 acres with over 1,400 dealers.
Ocala/Marion County - The Horse Capital of the World is centrally located in the very heart of Florida. Attractions include; Silver Springs - Nature's Theme Park, the Ocala National Forest, the rolling green fields of horse farms, historic districts and city streets canopied by 100-year-old trees, outstanding golf courses, friendly communities, crystal-clear rivers, and fresh-water springs.
Winter Haven - The Winter Haven area is home to legendary gardens, a majestic tower and a world-class collection of vintage aircraft. Winter Haven has year round recreation weather; 50 lakes with 24 connected by a system of canals; a theme park (Cypress Gardens Adventure Park); beautiful municipal parks; great restaurants; and a new 32,000 square foot state-of-the-art Library.
Central Florida Attractions
Canaveral National Seashore (Cape Canaveral) - This park, which is situated on a barrier island on Florida's east coast, offers pristine and undeveloped beaches, dunes and lagoon that provides a sanctuary to an abundant selection of plants and animals. Year-round recreation includes boating, fishing, canoeing, surfing, swimming, sunbathing, camping, hiking, nature and historical trails.
The Nature Conservancy's Disney Wilderness Preserve ( Kissimmee) - The preserve which is bordered by one of the few remaining undeveloped lakes within Central Florida the perfect place for nature lovers. Home to hundreds of wildlife species th preserve also has a 3-mile hiking trail and on Sunday's you can take a buggy tour.
Central Florida Zoological Park (Sanford) - This central Florida Zoo offers a relaxing, yet entertaining and educational experience that the whole family can enjoy. In this intimate park you will find playful spider monkeys, the venomous king cobra, Butterfly Sensory Garden, elephants, cheetahs and more.
Cypress Gardens Adventure Park (Winter Haven) - Florida’s first theme park provides lots of entertainment options including; botanical gardens, beautiful belles and the famous water ski show, plus they have 40 exciting rides, exciting concerts and shows and a craftsmen’s village. At Cypress Gardens Adventure Park you'll find one of the most affordable family entertainment options in Florida.
