Day Time Activities
There’s no denying that most people visit Florida for the theme parks, but there is so much more to Florida than just the attractions.
Relax on one of the many Floridian beaches:
With 1,100 miles of beaches, its no wonder Florida has one to suit every visitor. If you fancy catching a wave then the Sebastian Inlet State Park is the one for you. The waves along this three-mile stretch of beach are constant and fast. If any surf is breaking on the East Coast of Florida, it will be at Sebastian Inlet.
If that all sounds a little to energetic for you then why not try the Bahia Honda State Park, with mild, clear water, gently swaying palm trees, sandy white shores and more than one lush and cosy beach to choose from.
Shop 'til you drop at one of Florida's Malls
Without a doubt, one of the most satisfying and rewarding things to do in the USA is shopping! Florida has more than its fair share of fantastic premium and outlet malls and knowing what to buy and where to buy it means you can make unbelievable savings on UK shopping prices.
For shopping in Orlando,
try Belz Factory Outlets, this amazing outlet mall has all your favourite sports brands and popular designer wear. Florida Mall is the area’s main shopping mall – with a massive choice of shops an
d it’s only a 10-minute drive from International Drive!
For Shopping in Fort Lauderdale, Sawgrass Mills is definitely worth a visit or two, in this mega-discount mall there are more than 500 shops, so it’s best to pick up a mall guide to target the shops that interest you.
For Shopping in Tampa, if you are staying on the Gulf Coast then this is definitely the best and easiest mall to reach. Offering over 200 stores you are bound to find a bargain or two.
For Shopping in Miami, A short drive from South Beach and you will find Bayside Marketplace, a waterside shopping mall which offers all your favourite brands as well as smaller boutiques selling all sorts of trinkets, jewellery and arts and crafts.
Take a trip out!
Naples - Naples is the crown jewel of Southwest Florida, nestled on the sun-drenched beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Naples is known for world-class shopping and dining. It is also, only minutes away from the untamed tropical wilderness of The Everglades.
The Everglades - The Florida Everglades, located in southern Florida, is one of the largest wetlands in the world. The Everglades is home to a unique collection of mammals, reptiles and amphibians, birds, and plants.
Clearwater Beach - Home of pristine white sand beaches, clear Gulf waters, warm sunshine, and plenty of hospitality. Why not try something different and try a Dolphin Encounter? Or even some Deep Sea Fishing?
Golf in Orlando!
Florida is a mecca for golfers. Incredible weather and amazing landscaping has made Orlando the perfect place for beginners to learn, or, for the more serious players to sharpen up their game.
Orlando has over 150 golf courses and they provide something for every golfer. There are some spectacularly designed courses requiring accuracy and ingenuity, and many of the courses have been designed by some of the world’s
best players such as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman.
Central Florida is home to several championship golf courses. Featuring lush amenities, these course truly need to be played to be believed. Indeed one of our luxury villas is situated on the Remington Golf Community, where
Remington Golf Club was voted Best New Course of 1996 by Golf Digest Magazine and has been rated Four Stars by Golf Digest Places to Play. This is a fabulous 18 hole championship layout designed around many lakes, however with it's generous landing space this course is equally good for either beginner or expert.
Walt Disney World® Resorts has six courses including 2 PGA TOUR® courses for you to choose from. As you would expect, these courses feature the best of everything: pristine greens, hazardous
obstacles and carpet-like fairways. Throw in GPS enabled golf carts and it truly is an amazing experience. Families can also take part with Disney's Oak Trail walking nine-hole course. Walk the course with your family as you all enjoy the great outdoor.
Lush surroundings, challenging course play and immaculate courses are every golfers dream and Orlando's courses offer all of the above. Those
people who would rather watch than play, the PGA superstars play regularly at Orlando’s two annual tournaments, the Arnold Palmer Invitational in March and the FUNAI Classic at Walt Disney World Resort in October. The LPGA also has Orlando as a tour stop - the Ginn Clubs & Resorts Open in April.
