Busch Gardens It may be an hour or so away, but it's well worth it. Busch Gardens is one of the best spots for roller coaster enthusiasts in all of Florida – and beyond. Sporting some of the biggest, fastest coasters around, Busch Gardens is a high-impact place for a day trip. Among the choices: Shiekra, the largest, fastest coaster in the Southeast U.S., Kumba, a 110 feet plunge into a diving loop making for a "roar" of a ride and Montu, an egyptian themed coaster with an inverse diving loop and a 60-foot vertical loop.

Cirque du Soleil La Nouba Located at Downtown Disney, Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba performs just about every day for audiences from around the world. Cirque du Soleil's reputation is known worldwide, and this show certainly doesn't disappoint. A breathtaking combination of dance, music, gymnastics and art, La Nouba is a show you've got to see to believe.

Cypress Gardens Florida's first theme park was Cypress Gardens. Originally founded in 1936 and reopened in 2004, the park combines classic rides and attractions with a family-friendly atmosphere. Cypress Gardens also puts on a number of concerts every year featuring famous stars of yesteryear and some of today's best country music performers.

Daytona International Speedway Taking a day trip to Daytona Beach might be something you want to do on your Orlando visit. But in addition to the beaches in Daytona, there's a little place called the Daytona International Speedway. The Speedway, the historic home of stock car racing, offers daily tours. Also, you can visit Daytona USA, an interactive attraction with a NASCAR theme.

Gatorland The famous entrance to Gatorland is deeply entrenched in the minds of Central Floridians. As you walk into the alligator's mouth, you'll enter an amazing world where you can learn all about one of Florida's most amazing animals, the alligator. See alligator feedings or get up-close and personal at a number of exhibits that let you get closer than you might like to Florida's famous gators.

The Holy Land Experience Enter into a biblical world of wonder at the Holy Land Experience. See films and presentations that present the history of the biblical world and marvel at the painstakingly recreated architecture that gives Holy Land its signature look. You can also visit the Scriptorium, an vast archive of biblical books and materials.

Kennedy Space Center The home of America's space program, Kennedy Space Center is a truly amazing place to visit. From exhibits showcasing America's space-travel history to a bus ride past the launch pads that NASA uses today, you can see some very special things at the Space Center. You can also stock up on astronaut ice-cream, a souvenir favorite.

Orlando Science Center One of the largest space observatories in the state sits atop the Orlando Science Center. When there's something special in the night sky, this is the place to go to see it. Inside, you can check out a number of amazing exhibits that will enlighten and entertain. Learn about electricity, physics and biology, all in one awesome place.

Pleasure Island For adults only, Pleasure Island is a great spot for nightlife. Located adjacent to Downtown Disney, the island features a number of diverse nightclubs and elegant eateries to fill your night with excitement. You can also catch live music. On New Year's Eve, this is the place to be.

Ripley's Believe it or Not Weird wonders abound at Ripley's Believe it or Not. Ripley made his life's work the collection of the strangest, most obscure artifacts he could find, and now many are on display, including shrunken heads and Rolls Royce made completely out of match sticks. Believe it – or not!

Magic Kingdom

The Magic Kingdom was the first Disney theme park opened in Orlando, Florida, and it's also the most famous. For more than 30 years, visitors have been flocking to the park to ride classic rides, see timeless shows and experience Disney magic in ways only imagined.

Epcot

A trip to Epcot is a trip into the world of tomorrow. The futuristic attractions are fun and educational, and the dining options in the World Showcase area of the park are second-to-none.

Disney Hollywood Studios

If you drive through the web of Disney World roads long enough in Orlando, Florida, you'll see a vintage hotel on the side of the road. The Hollywood Tower Hotel may look luxurious from the outside, but don't plan on staying there, as the hotel façade hides a scary secret – The Tower of Terror.

Animal Kingdom

The most recent addition to the Disney World theme park family is Disney's Animal Kingdom. This Orlando theme park combines the classic rides, shows and attractions that Disney is known for with a completely new Disney animal experience. It's certainly more than your average zoo!

Downtown Disney

When you're done with the theme parks for the day, head over to Downtown Disney for nightlife for all ages. With restaurants, shops and more, there's some thing for all ages at Disney's massive entertainment complex in Orlando, Florida.

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort is a world all it's own, with two breathtaking theme parks, a wealth of exciting nightlife venues, luxurious resort hotels and plenty of fine shopping and dining.

Universal CityWalk

Shopping, dining and nightlife are the themes at Universal CityWalk in Orlando, Florida. After you park your car in the Universal garages and head toward the parks, you'll have to pass through this lively area, filled with restaurants, fine shops and nightclubs. Take note of where you want to visit, and when you're done with whatever

SeaWorld Adventure Park

The world-famous aquatic Orlando theme park is a great place to spend the day. You can ride thrilling rides and attend breathtaking shows featuring some of the smartest and most amazing animals you'll ever see.

Discovery Cove

Located right next door to SeaWorld Adventure Park, Discovery Cove is not your ordinary Orlando theme park. There are no tickets, no rides of which to speak, and no larger-than-life characters signing autographs and your ordinary posing for photos.

ACTIVE ORLANDO VACATIONS

Rails to Trails in Orlando

The Orlando area is already home to a major Rails to Trails pathway. The South Lake Trail and West Orange Trail now connect and extend 29 miles from Clermont to Apopka. The trail features running routes, equestrian walkways and paved paths for cyclists and skaters. A number of stations make it easy to jump on and off the trail as you please. Below you'll find the important information you need to get to any of the stations on the West Orange Trail.

West Orange Trail – Chapin Station
501 Crown Point Cross Rd.
Winter Garden, FL 34787
407-654-1108

Apopka-Vineland Outpost
5794 N. Apopka-Vineland Rd.
Apopka, FL 32836

West Orange Trail -- Killarney Facility
17914 Old SR 50
Killarney, FL 34740

West Orange Trail -- Winter Garden Station
455 E. Plant St.
Winter Garden, FL 34787

Orlando bike trails

Bike trails are a great way to get off of the busy highways and enjoy a more relaxing form of sightseeing. If you have a free afternoon for Orlando recreation, travel one of the area's many trails for the opportunity to see the simpler, quiet side of Central Florida.

Lake Eola Heights and Lake Lawsona Historic Districts
Once a vast citrus grove in the late 19th century, this area is now a quiet neighborhood on the edge of downtown Orlando. This 2.7-mile loop takes riders down tree-lined brick streets past some of Orlando's most famous historic homes.

Lake Cherokee and Lake Copeland Historic Districts
Lake Cherokee was one of the first residential communities in Orlando, dating all the way back to the 1870s. This 3-mile route takes riders through historic Orlando's most beautiful neighborhoods to provide the perfect setting for a leisurely ride.

Lake Cherokee and Lake Davis Loop
Lakefront vistas highlight this 3-mile ride near the center of the city. Breathtaking homes and scenic parks dot the landscape of one of the city's most active neighborhoods, where walking and riding are commonplace.

Lake Orlando Parkway Loop
Ride down some of Orlando's oldest trails on this loop through a quiet area of the city. Connecting the Rosemont Preserve with Rosemont Country Club, this loop takes riders through a seldom seen area of Orlando.

Cady Way Trail
Running from Orlando Fashion Square to the Seminole County line, this 6-mile trail is a favorite of bicycle riders, joggers and in-line skaters. Scenic city settings make this a trail not to be missed.

Lake Fran Trail
This residential trail lets riders see the way the locals live. The trail runs from Poppy Park to Dr. Smith Center along residential streets, past area schools and parks. This fun, safe 2-mile trail is another great course for leisurely riders.

Orlando Nature Parks

Big Tree Park
761 General Hutchinson Parkway
Longwood, FL 32750
407-788-0405
Big Tree Park is home to one of Florida's most famous natural landmarks. "The Senator" is a 3,500 year-old Bald Cypress Tree, believed by many to be the oldest living tree in the United States. The park also features a peaceful boardwalk through natural marsh lands and a picnic area for families to enjoy a special meal in a natural setting.

Lake Louisa State Park
7305 US Highway 27
Clermont, FL 34714
352-394-3969
Set on the shores of Lake Louisa, Lake Louisa State Park offers a variety of activities to get you in touch with nature. The 4,000 acre state park offers fishing in four different lakes as well as designated trails for horseback riding. There are also campsites available for overnight guests. Visitors can see an abundance of wildlife along the trails, including White Tail Deer, Marsh Rabbits, Alligators and Bobcats. The marshy areas of the park are also home to many species of migratory birds.

Tosohatchee State Reserve
3365 Taylor Creek Road
Christmas, FL 32709
407-568-5893
Many different species call the diverse habitats in Tosohatchee State Reserve home. The marshes are a major waypoint for migrating birds, allowing for unique birding and photography opportunities. The wooded uplands are home to gray foxes, fox squirrels and a number of bird species, including bald eagles, hawks and owls. Park Rangers offer special tours and programs on a rotating basis, so be sure to call for details.

Rock Springs Run State Reserve
c/o Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka, FL 32712
407-884-2008
Rock Springs Run State Reserve offers 17 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails through a variety of native plant communities. As you travel, be on the lookout for Florida scrub jays, red-shouldered hawks and Florida black bears. Don't worry though, the bears are shy and won't bother hikers or riders. Call in advance, as trails are sometimes closed for maintenance.

University of Central Florida Arboretum
4000 Central Florida Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32816
407-823-3146
The 80-acre UCF Arboretum is home to a staggering 600 plant species. Most native Florida species are on display, as are a number of exotic species introduced as a teaching tool for the University's biology programs. Native wildlife also abounds throughout the varied habitats. Visitors can walk themselves through a self-guided tour (maps available) or call in advance to schedule a group session, led by one the school's highly trained botanists.

Blue Spring State Park
2100 W. French Ave.
Orange City, FL 32763
386-775-3663
Blue Spring State Park is an important refuge for the West Indian Manatee, one of Florida's most widely known endangered species. These peaceful creatures usually journey down the St. John's River to Blue Spring in November, and stay until the early spring. The best viewing times are in the morning and late afternoon, December through February. The 7,000 acres of wild scenery also allow plenty of space for camping, boating and swimming. The crystal clear spring is also well-known as a prime spot for snorkeling and SCUBA diving.

Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka, FL 32712
407-884-2008
Naturally refreshing springs are one of the main attractions at this state park. Divers can swim deep into the underwater trench, only to be pushed back to the surface by the gentle push of the spring. Canoeing is also especially enjoyable at this park, with so many lakes and streams to paddle down. The park also features boating, camping, hiking, picnic areas and fishing.

Kelly Park
400 E. Kelly Park Rd.
Apopka, FL 32712
407-889-4179
This Orange County Park is filled with fun for you and your family. Kids love this place, so be prepared. The major attraction is Rock Springs, which bubbles up from a rock outcropping and flows into a meandering stream. You'll find most visitors rollicking down the stream in a tube or on a float. There are also picnic pavilions and camping areas if you want to have a bite or spend a night under the stars.

The Nature Conservancy's Disney Wilderness Preserve
2700 Scrub Jay Trail
Kissimmee, FL 34759
407-935-0002
The Nature Conservancy and Disney partnered in 1993 to preserve 12,000 acres of natural habitat critical to the survival of many rare species. Visitors to the preserve can walk a 3-mile hiking trail or take an off-road buggy tour to see conservation in action. Lucky visitors can encounter Florida scrub jays, gopher tortoises, bald eagles and a number of other species as they travel through.

Orlando's Botanical Gardens

A World of Orchids
2501 Old Lake Wilson Rd.
Kissimmee, FL 34747
407-396-1887
Check out the world's largest display of orchids at this colorful venue. The 22,500 square foot conservatory area is home to thousands of orchid plants, and the suspended boardwalk leads guests on a leisurely stroll around a pond surrounded by natural greenery.

Historic Bok Sanctuary
1151 Tower Blvd.
Lake Wales, FL 33853
863-676-1408
Bok Sanctuary features acres upon acres of intricately landscaped gardens. These gardens are filled with an exotic array of flowers and trees. The gardens are also home to a colony of wood ducks and many other wild birds. In the middle of the gardens sits the Bok Tower, the highest point on the Floridian Peninsula. Inside the tower, the massive carillon chimes soothing music daily at 3 p.m.
NOTE: Pets are not allowed in the gardens. If you plan on visiting, an open-air pet facility is available for a nominal charge, and indoor arrangements can be made for smaller pets.

Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-246-2620
Harry P. Leu Gardens features nearly 50 acres of peaceful pathways and brilliant green gardens. A restored 19th century house is also on the grounds, and it now serves as a museum, giving guests a taste of "Old Florida" at its finest. In addition to the scenic walkways and historic museum, the Gardens host many romantic weddings, as well as family reunions and other gatherings.
NOTE: Pets are not permitted within the Gardens.

Disney's Wide World of Sports

Fans and players alike were instantly amazed by the double-deck facility, which boasts 7,500 seats, a high-tech drainage system to keep the field in playable condition and a sense of nostalgia that normally doesn't come with newly built stadiums.

People still marvel at Cracker Jack Stadium, as it is affectionately called, whenever they visit Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex, and it is now the permanent home of the Atlanta Braves Spring Training Camp.


Another feature of the Complex is the Milk House, Disney's version of the old-time Gymnasium. The Milk House features over 50,000 square feet of competition space, which has hosted everything from amateur wrestling to martial arts exhibitions. The facility also includes six hardwood basketball courts and four classes where student athletes can learn while they play.

The Wide World of Sports Tennis Complex has hosted everything from college championships to celebrity tennis benefits on its 11 clay courts, while the Softball and Baseball Quadraplexes provide plenty of room for anyone who wants to play ball. Additional sports fields provide ample room for athletes of all ages to play their game.

Central Florida's Top 10 Springs

Scuba divers, manatees

Blue Spring State Park is a haven for manatees, scuba divers and nature lovers in west Volusia County. The park is along the St. Johns River and spans roughly 2,644 acres west of Orange City, about 35 minutes north of Orlando. The park has become an ecological tourist destination in Central Florida because it is a manatee magnet. During cool weather, the lumbering sea cows are lured to the warm spring waters at the park.

Manatee watching is so popular, park officials sometimes are forced to restrict access because of limited parking. Expect crowds during festivals and weekends, especially during the winter. The clear water is a constant 73 degrees, according to the Florida Division of Recreation and Parks. The water is also popular with snorkelers and scuba divers. Swiming and diving are not allowed from Nov. 15 to March 1 to protect the manatees.

Horseback riding, hiking, canoeing

Silver Glen Springs Located in the middle of the western shore of Lake George, it was a safe harbor when the sudden storms occurred on the huge lake, connected to it by a half-mile-long run," U.S. Forest Service archaeologist Ray Willis said. "Plus it was surrounded by nice high ground with all sorts of food animals."

Today it is one of the region's most popular boating destinations. The swimming area is roped off from the run, a popular destination of boaters. On holiday weekends, as many as 800 boats line the run. Swimming, tubing, canoeing, hiking and boating. A 2-mile nature trail parallels Lake George. Swimming, tubing, canoeing, hiking and boating.

Silver Springs in the early 1500s. During the 1850s, the springs became the focal point of shipping, with steamboats coming via the Silver River to deliver supplies and tourists. The window gave a great view of the waters teeming with fish, turtles, crustaceans and fossils thousands of years old.

Glass-bottom boat rides, Lost River Voyage, Fort King River Cruise, Jeep Safari, non-poisonous snake and reptile shows. The attraction also has live concerts.


Juniper Springs has a nice, cement-and-rock-rimmed swimming area and brand-new concession stand and restroom facilities -- but its main attraction is a tough canoe run. The first half of the 7-mile Juniper Creek canoe trail is a twisting, narrow channel with some fallen trees offering just 18 inches of clearance was just an area where the underground water seeped out of the ground.

There was no central pool. It was a popular hunting area, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service reportedly visited the hunt camps, gathering material for her novels. There are 77 campsites and canoe rentals are available at conveniently located docks. You're likely to see deer, turkeys, alligators and, even, black bears.

Salt Springs water flows up through a limestone layer loaded with mineral salts making the springs salty enough to support marine species such as mullet, redfish, mangrove snapper and bushels of blue crabs.The run is 4.2 miles long and is a popular destination for boaters. With 90 acres of land cleared for use, the area is primarily for camping, hiking and picnickers. Hiking trails through the surrounding woods offer chances to see deer, turkeys and perhaps a bear.

The 2-mile-long Bear Swamp hiking trail takes visitors through a bottomland cypress ecosystem with woodpeckers, deer, raccoons and black bear. There are 164 campsites, 106 with full hookups. A camp store carries the bare necessities. Across the run is the Salt Springs Marina that rents canoes, outboard-powered johnboats and outboard-powered pontoon boats daily.

Alexander Spring's Timucuan Indians occupied the site as long as 7,000 years ago, according to remains of small shell middens. In the 1800s, residents of nearby Astor Park set up turpentine operations along the run. The U.S. Forest Service purchased Alexander Spring in the 1930s, and it was developed as a recreation area in the 1950s.

There is a 7-1/2-mile canoe run that takes 4-5 hours to complete, and canoers are met by a vehicle to take them back to the recreation area. A 1.08-mile Timucuan Indian walk, a boardwalk to the creek where you can view the diverse fish life, a swimming beach and 67 campsites also additional offerings to travelers. There is also a camp store with necessities such as charcoal, propane, insect spray and snacks.

Wekiwa Springs Humans have populated the springs "since before some of the pyramids were built in Egypt," Eldredge said. A farming community developed around the springs. During the Civil War, it was the site of a Confederate cannon-ball foundry. In the early 1900s, settlers saw the recreation potential and built the first "toboggan water slide" into the springs. The state bought the land in 1969 and opened the park in 1970.

There are picnic tables, grills, a playground and a 13-mile hiking trail through the flatwoods. An 8-mile horse-riding trail snakes its way across the park. The campground has 60 sites for tents and RVs. The park also boasts a 7-1/2-mile canoe run.

Rock Springs Young children splashed and whooped in the swimming area. It was anything but serene.Yet, a hundred yards away, at the end of the yet-to-be-filled parking lot, a doe browsed unconcernedly among the high grass and brush.

Rock Springs Run is for tubers. Since the park doesn't rent inner tubes, you stop at a concessionaire before you enter the park. The nearest rental is at the Rock Springs Bar and Grill. There is a two-mile nature trail. The tubing run is three-fourths of a mile. The park has 26 campsites: 21 with electric hookups, three primitive and two group campsites.

Additional Orlando Attraction Information:

• Cypress Gardens - 1-800-282-2123
• Historic Bok Sanctuary - 863-676-1408
• Lakeridge Winery - 1-800-768-WINE
• Ripley’s Believe It or Not - 407-363-4418
• Wonderworks - 407-351-8800
• Gatorland - 1-800-393-5257 or 407-855-5496
• Holy Land Experience - 1-866-872-4659
• Skyscapes Hot Air Balloon Rides - 407-856-4606
• Fun Spot - 407-363-3867
• Kissimmee Old Town - 407-397-2124
• Sky Venture - 407-903-1150
• Titanic: The Experience - 407-248-1166
• Orlando Science Center - 407-514-2000

Auto Rentals - Discounts

Dollar Rent A Car

Thrifty Car Rental

FLORIDA BEACHES

 

·  Cocoa Beach – Located approximately 70 miles on Florida’s East Coast via the 528 (toll).

·  Daytona Beach – Located approximately 80 miles on the East Coast via i-4 and I-95.

·  Melbourne Beach - Located approximately 85 miles on the East Coast via Hwy. 192.

·  Tampa/Clearwater/St. Petersburg – Located approximately 90 miles from on Florida’s West Coast via i-4 West.

BUSINESS CENTER

For your convenience, Aviana Resort Internet Café is here to serve your personal and business needs. Located in our clubhouse, Aviana Resort offers services including Internet use, sending/receiving faxes, photocopies and more.

 

CASINOS

·  SunCruz Casino - 386-322-9000

·  Sterling Casino - 1-800-ROLL-711 or 321-784-8558

·  Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 1-866-502-PLAY

CATERING/PERSONAL CHEF

Though there are many exciting and memorable restaurants in the area, wouldn’t it be nice to come home from a long day at the parks to a complete gourmet meal prepared especially for you and your guests by a professional chef? We are proud to recommend the following chefs and catering services for you.

·  Chef Andy of New World Chef – Please call 352-243-9655 for information. (NOTE: This is a local call)

·  John Michael Catering, Inc. – Please call 407-932-1337 for information and reservations.

·  Chef Lil's – Please call 407-929-4348 for information and reservations.

·  Bacchanalia Personal Chef Services – Please call 321-284-5663 for information and reservations.

·  Fenwick Caterers – Please call 407-438-3488 or 407-489-2550 for information and reservations.

·  TAF Personal Chef Service – Please call 407-967-9479 for information and reservations.

·  A Chef of Your Own – Please call 407-856-7853 for information and reservations.

Additional Catering Options:

·  Sonny's BBQ – 407 847 0529

·  Olive Garden – 407 396 1680

·  Panera Bread Company – 407 483 1096

CHURCH/RELIGIOUS SERVICES

Please call any of the following church listings for information regarding service times and locations. 

Apostolic: First United Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic – 550 E Jackson St., Kissimmee 407-847-4009
Baptist: First Baptist Church of Orlando – 3000 S John Young Parkway, Orlando 407-425-2555
Baptist: Bible Baptist Church – 1500 E Vine St., Kissimmee 407-847-4087
Buddhist: Soka Gakkai Int’l USA – 452 N Semoran Blvd, Orlando (approx. 25 mi.) 407-482-3939
Catholic: Holy Redeemer Catholic Church – 1603 N Thacker Ave, Kissimmee 407-847-2500
Christian:First Christian Church – 415 N Main St., Kissimmee 407-847-2543
Church of Christ: W. Orange Christian Church – 7325 Conroy-Windermere Rd., Orlando 407-299-2092
Church of Christ: Church of Christ Kissimmee – 921 W Vine St., Kissimmee 407-847-5749
Church of God: Living Waters Church of God – 1001 W Carroll St., Kissimmee 407-847-6387
Community: Hunter’s Creek Community Church – 123 Hand St., Kissimmee 407-846-8300
Episcopal: St John’s Episcopal Church – 1709 N John Young Pkwy, Kissimmee 407-847-2009
Hindu: Chinmaya Mission 1221 Florida Rd., Casselberry 407-699-7331
Independent: First Christian Church – 415 North Main St. Kissimmee FL 34744 407-847-2543
Interdenominational: Church in the Son, 4484 N John Young Parkway, Orlando, Fl 32804 (407) 246 0001
Islamic: Islamic Center of Kissimmee – 2350 Old Vineland Rd., Kissimmee 407-390-1100
Jehovah’s Witnesses: Central Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses –Kissimmee 407-931-0062
Lutheran: Trinity Lutheran Church – 3016 W Vine St., Kissimmee 407-847-4204
Lutheran: Salem Lutheran Church, 7900 S Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, Fl. 32819 (407 876 4000)
Methodist: First United Methodist Church – 101 W Dakin Ave, Kissimmee 407-847-3700
Pentecostal: Kingdom of Life – 722 N Main St, Kissimmee 407-847-7880
Presbyterian: Community Presbyterian Church in Celebration – 635 Celebration Ave, Cel. 407-566-1633
Synagogues: Congregation Shalom Aleichem – 3501 Oak Pointe Blvd., Kissimmee 407-935-0064

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

Mercantile Bank – Located on Highway 192/W. Irlo Bronson Highway. Call 407-397-2771 for information.

DOCTOR/DENTIST

Florida Hospital - Celebration – 407-303-4000

Kissimmee Family Dentistry –Please call 407-870-7404 for more information.

DRY CLEANING/ALTERATIONS

Located in Champions Gate, Diamond Cleaners provides dry cleaning and minor alterations services. Please call (407) 787-8299 for more information.

FISHING

·  Ocean Lady Blue Water Sportfishing - 321-452-2564

·  #1 Bass Buide Service - 352-394-3660

·  Lake Louise State Park - 352-394-3969

·  Toho Kissimmee Bass Guide Service - 407-933-2556

·  Miss Cape Canaveral Fishing Charters - 1-877-615-6606

·  Obsession Fishing Charters - 1-800-296-9161

·  Decoy Sport Fishing - 386-788-3469

·  Funcoast Outfitters Fishing Guides & Charters - 407-648-2211

Hunting & Fishing License - 904-732-1225

 

FITNESS CENTER

·  Located in Aviana Resorts clubhouse.

Or if you prefer to try a facility off site try the following fitness facilities here in Kissimmee.

·  Celebration Health & Fitness Center – 400 Celebration Place, Celebration – 407-764-4400

·  Osceola County YMCA – 2117 Mabbette St., Kissimmee – 407-847-7413

FOREIGN CONSULATES

·  British - 407-426-7855

·  French - 407-294-5844

·  Mexico - 407-894-0514

·  Netherlands - 407-425-8000

FLOWERS/FLORIST

GOLF COURSES

Learn more about our closest neighbor and golf course, Providence Golf and Country club. 

http://www.providence-golf.com/

·  Mystic Dunes - 407-787-5678

·  Highlands Reserve - 407-629-6767

·  Legends Golf and Country Club - 352-243-1118

·  Champions Gate - 407-787-4653

·  Orange County National - 407-656-2626

·  Hunter's Creek Golf Club - 407-240-4653

·  Celebration - 407-566-4653

·  Ridgewood Lakes - 863-424-8688

·  Falcons Fire - 407-397-2777

·  Champions Gate Golf Course 407.787.GOLF (4653)

HAIR/NAILS SALON

·  Five Star Nail & Tan Salon

8295 Champions Gate Blvd
Champions Gate, FL 33896
(407) 390-7844

HOUSEKEEPING/MID-STAY CLEANS

All properties are fully cleaned prior to your arrival and after your departure. If you would like to request a mid-stay clean, we will be happy to arrange that. 

MAIL/POSTAGE STAMPS

Loughman Post Office can be found on Ronald Regan Parkway on the right before the rail road tracks.  It stays open until 5pm with the mail pick-up at 4:15pm.

MOVIES/VIDEO RENTAL

Please check with the clubhouse between 9am and 9pm. 

MOVIE THEATRE

·  Celebration Cinema - 407-566-1403

·  Downtown Disney - 407-298-4488

·  Festival Bay Cinema - 407-351-3117

·  Universal Cineplex - 407-354-5998

·  Pointe Orlando - 407-352-3573

 

ORLANDO EVENTS CALENDAR

CONCERTS:
For upcoming concerts and events, Orlando is home to several renowned event venues. AMWAY ARENA

HARD ROCK LIVE at UNIVERSAL CITYWALK
Box Office: 407-351-LIVE (5483)

HOUSE OF BLUES ORLANDO at DOWNTOWN DISNEY’S WESTSIDE
Concerts and Events Box Office: 407-934-BLUE (2583)

PHARMACY

CVS Pharmacy - 321-677-0531 - Located at 7575 Osceola Polk Line Road.

PHOTO FINISHING

Publix at Champions Gate

POST OFFICE

·  Loughman Post Office can be found on Ronald Regan Parkway on the right before the rail road tracks.  It stays open until 5pm with the mail pick-up at 4:15pm.

Local Area Restaurants and Stores

Aviana resort is proud to have Order Inn delivery to your house or the clubhouse ... Hot and fresh.  Use the Order Inn Menus.

Outback Steakhouse - 407-396-0017
Giordano's Pizzera - 407-397-0044
TGI Friday's - 407-397-4300
Taste of China - 407-397-9911

·  DELIVERY
Mr. Kong - 800-963-5664
Golden China Restaurant - 407-390-1606
Papa John's Pizza - 407-397-7272

SCOOTERS/WHEELCHAIRS

E-Z Street Rentals offers you electric scooter and wheelchair rentals. Prices for scooters are from $35 to $45 a day along with a special weekly rate. There is a two day minimum on all rentals and a $10 fee for delivery and pickup. All major credit cards are accepted. Please call 407-929-5498 for more information or on the web at www.OrlandoScooterRentals.us.

Discount Mobility USA is a full service medical equipment provider offering discounted pricing on electric scooters and wheelchair rentals, as well as transportation needs. For more information please call 1-800-308-2503.

ORLANDO FLORIDA SHOPPING

The Mall at Millenia – Stores include Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Tiffany & Co. and Burberry. For more information, please call 407-363-3555.

The Florida Mall – Stores include Saks 5th Avenue, Nordstrom, Abercrombie & Fitch, Express and Sears. For more information, please call 407-851-6255.

Orlando Premium Outlets – Stores include Barneys NY, Nike, Guess, Versace and Coach. For more information, please call 407-238-7787. 

Prime 1 International Outlets - Stores include Gap, Bass, Nautica, Kenneth Cole, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Bass Pro Shops/Outdoor World and Shepler’s Western Wear and Bose. For more information, please call 407-351-9400.

Universal Citywalk – Stores include Fossil, Quiet Flight Surf Shop, Fresh Produce and Glow. For more information, please call 407-224-2691.

Downtown Disney – Stores include Virgin Megastore, Lego Imagination Center, Sosa Family Cigars and many Disney stores. For more information, please call 407-828-3058.

Pointe Orlando – Stores include Express, Victoria’s Secret, Armani Xchange, Abercrombie & Fitch and Swatch. For more Information, please call 407-248-2838.

SPA SERVICES

Canyon Ranch Spa Club at Gaylord Palms – Call 407-586-2051 for information.

SPECIAL GIFT SERVICES

Want to make this vacation extra special for your guests? Here are just a few ideas for special gift deliveries and services to add the finishing touch to the perfect vacation.

·  Cookies By Design – Big, bright and scrumptious bouquets of, that’s right, cookies! 407-903-0230

·  The Unique Gift Store —Specialty gift baskets for any occasion. 8630420-1599

·  Presentations —Gifts of a Lifetime — Truly a unique gift for anyone to enjoy. Gifts of a Lifetime will plan an event that you and your guests will never forget! Plan a scavenger hunt through the Disney parks or create a surprise for a special friend. Call 407-909-0593 for more information.

·  J&J Creations - Call 407-657-1610 for more information.

CENTRAL FLORIDA TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

TRAIN & BUS TRANSPORTATION:

·  Bus Greyhound - 407-847-3931

·  Train Amtrak - 800-872-7245

·  Lynx Bus - Greater Orlando Area - 407-841-8240

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION:

·  Orlando International Airport - 407-825-2001

·  Orlando Executive Airport - 407-894-9831

·  Kissimmee Gateway Airport - 407-847-4600

TAXI SERVICE:

·  Taxi Yellow Cab - 407-846-2222

AAA Road Service - 407-894-3333

 

WEDDINGS:

Affordable Orlando Weddings offers a one-stop shop if you are looking to come to the Orlando area for your big day. Please call 407-834-9940 for more information or fax at 407-834-9466.
Affordable Orlando Weddings Service