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The most famous resident of this central Florida city is Mickey Mouse, the cartoon creation of animated movie tycoon, Walt Disney, whose vision has turned Orlando, and the adjacent Lake Buena Vista and Kissimee areas, into the world's busiest, biggest and best-known concentrated tourist Mecca. Disney bought up land in the area with the aim of establishing his dream theme park back in the 1960s. He died before the first park, the Magic Kingdom, officially opened in 1971, but his legacy has taken root and is still growing. Currently the Disney empire in Orlando includes four theme parks, dozens of smaller attractions, thousands of hotel rooms and holiday apartments, hundreds of restaurants and snack bars and even two cruise ships. It is not only the Disney dazzle that draws visitors to Orlando. There are other attractions here too, like Universal Studios and Sea World, all adding to the maelstrom of thrills and pleasure palaces that this city is now renowned for. Just a trip down attraction-rich International Drive is a mind-boggling experience.

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We had a wonderful time at this villa. It was very clean and spacious and the back yard was one of the nicest on the block due to the sun exposure and the water directly behind it. The area was very quiet and also so convenient to Florida's activities. The villa was very suited to family's or several couples with the two master on-suites. The Management company was wonderful and responded to any concerns we had very quickly and professionally. We did miss having internet but the owner is currently installing it at the villa. We were so happy with this experience we have booked it again for next year. Thank you again for the wonderful time.

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Walt Disney World

Orlando's most familiar landmark is undoubtedly the turreted Cinderella Castle that stands in the centre of the original Disney Florida theme park, the Magic Kingdom, at Lake Buena Vista. The park was opened in 1971 and has been making childhood fantasies come true ever.

Sea World

Spread out between the Disney parks at Lake Buena Vista and the downtown Orlando area is the renowned Sea World attraction, which has been making a major splash in central Florida for more than a quarter of a century. The park, owned and.

Universal Studios

Experienced theme parkers recommend that it takes at least two days to fully appreciate all the delights on offer at the Universal Orlando entertainment complex, which includes two theme parks: the Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios. The movie-themed park with its thrilling, innovative.

Wet 'n Wild

One of Orlando's numerous water parks, Wet 'n Wild has the distinction of being the most popular water attraction in the area and also the world's first amusement park devoted solely to water flumes, pools and slides. The park was designed by George Millay.

Orlando Odditorium

Housed in an odd-looking building that is tipped to one side and apparently sinking into the ground, the Orlando Odditorium contains a remarkable collection of weird and wonderful exhibits, amassed over a period of 40 years by explorer Robert Ripley. Examples of the exhibits.

Orlando Museum of Art

In true Florida style, Orlando's Museum of Art is not just another gallery but a fascinating world of creative themed exhibitions showcasing its permanent collections of American Art, Art of the Ancient Americas and African Art. The Museum also has an active programme of.

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A lot more comfortable in a villa than a hotel, kids can play more we are not restricted, we come and go as we please brilliant! private pool on hand for the familly gated community so like minded neigbours close to the airport attractions are very close you are now looking at the converted

The villa had The property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. 2 Master suites both with en suite bathrooms & separate walk-in wardrobes,and access straight to the pool/spa area 2 other twins with a family bathroom. All ensuite bedrooms have satellite TV's. Bed linen & towels are provided for your use. A fully fitted & equipped kitchen including: cooker, oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer, & dishwasher. A separate laundry room with washing machine, dryer & Iron. All cutlery, crockery, glassware & cooking utensils are provided. The villa has a 38' LCD Television, DVD, Satellite tv. A large Lanai area with heated swimming pool & spa just what's needed after a hectic day at the Disney parks.