Besides
the eateries which are too many to mention the evenings can be spent combining a
show and meal. Listed below are
most of the major Dinner Shows:
Arabian
nights....
on the 192
(10-15 mins)
Capone's...........
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Medieval
Times...
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Fort
Liberty..........
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Asian
Adventure.. International
drive area
(20-25 mins)
Mardi
Gras..........
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Brazil
Carnival.......
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Sleuth's
Mystery...
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King
Henry's.........
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With
the day passes for the attractions if the day gets too much, go back to our home
have a dip in the pool and in the evening go back for part two.
There's
also the famous Church Street Station a 30 min drive. This is a great place night or day but it has that something
special in the evening. If you do
make it there and you haven't got a weak heart you must look out for the
attraction called Terror on Church Street, it's SCARY but Pure Brilliance.
Back
on the 192 there's an area known as Old Town, from the road you'll see the
Ferris Wheel and the Bungee Jump. Saturday
evening generally has a vintage car parade, and you'll welcome a stroll down the
avenue after a long American style meal.
There
are many more evening attractions such as Mini Golf or Go Karting all you have
to do is head off to the 192 and cruise. That
is if you aren't total whacked after spending your days sight seeing at DISNEY;
EPCOT; SEAWORLD; MGM; UNIVERSAL; or a bit further a field at BUSCH GARDENS;
CYPRESS GARDENS. There are of
course all the water parks WET'N WILD; WATER MANIA, and so on where you can
splash all day or go on their famous waterslides.
The
other thing Florida is known for are the shopping bargains.
From Flea Markets to Malls, all a great experience especially if your
motto's "SHOP TILL YOU DROP". The
best one's are the Florida Mall, Orlando Fashion Mall, Osceola Square (just for
Ross's Dress for less), Belz Factory Outlet, Colonial Plaza and Church Street.
Away
from all the fast pace and only a few minutes from Sunridge Woods you can try
you hand at horse riding at the local stables or have a walk in the nature
reserve where you can see alligators, turtles, snakes and a large variety of
birds. There is also Green Meadow
Farm where children can help out with the farm animals, even milking the cows.
You'll
also find excellent sporting activities close by, there's golf; fishing;
boating; or how about greyhound
racing, or even hot air ballooning, even jet flying.
Everything
is so handy for you and if you've had enough of traveling around you'll find
that the location of our home means you can have peace and tranquility lying by
the pool knowing you have total privacy.
Friday's
Orlando Sentinal lists all local events.
THIS
IS ONLY A SMALL REVIEW OF THE MANY EVENTS
EXPLORE
FOR YOURSELVES AND HAVE FUN IN THE SUN
A car is
essential to enjoy the sights and attractions of Florida
1
Always carry your driving license and rental agreements with you.
2
As in the UK you must wear your seat belt at all times.
3
The speed limit is generally 55mph although in non-urban areas it goes up
to 65mph watch all signs
carefully for increase or decrease in the limit.
4
If a school bus stops to let children off you are not allowed to overtake
it.
5
You may turn right on a red traffic light after coming to a stop to make
sure the way is clear, unless signs indicate otherwise.
6
In the event of an accident, you must report it to the police immediately
and also to your hire company.
7
On most express routes you will come across toll booths, so it is a good
idea to keep a couple of dollars in
change, although change can be given.
8
Most petrol stations are self service, and you have to flick up of the
lever on the pump before delivery. There is a petrol station just before
Sunridge Woods Estate
9
If you get caught in the rain, it is law that you must have your lights
on and your windscreen wipers on.
10 Cars overtake you on either the inside or outside lanes so watch your mirrors.
There
are four quite distinct seasons in Florida, and it helps to know what weather to
expect and the ideal wardrobe to have. Everything
is informal (I met my attorney wearing shorts, him not me).
High
temperatures in the upper 80's F, cooler evenings with possible lows of
50'sF. Plenty of sunshine, but spring showers happen.
Swimsuits, shorts and light clothing for daytime, and slacks and light
sweaters for cooler evenings.
Daily
90's F with strong sunshine, average evenings of 70F. Afternoons sometimes see
short burst of rain. Visit
attractions early, take a break then return to enjoy extended summer hours and
night time activities. Swimsuits,
shorts, light clothing, comfortable shoes. SUN PROTECTION IS A MUST.
Ideal
weather with high 80's F, lows around 60 F.
Plenty of sunshine with afternoon thunderstorms.
Swimwear, light clothing and light jacket for the evening.
Cooler
temperatures, especially January 60-70 F average, lows can drop into the 40's F.
A mixture of clothing the suit the days weather, but a jacket or jumper
for the evening.
HAVE FUN
IN THE SUN AND TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT US.