10-Day Regional Forecasts
25
Nov
Celebration Florida Christmas Snow Fall
Celebration in Orlando Florida is kicking off the holiday season with there nightly snow fall from Saturday 26th November. On opening night Santa Claus will be there so you still have time to sit on his knee and ask for a present. There will also be strolling carollers, christmas tree lighting at 5.55pm, festive treats and all the local restaurants are open as normal so why not take the kids to enjoy the snow and grab some dinner afterward.
Highly recommended, is the clam chowder at the Boston Market restaurant, but make sure you get extra crackers (mine always get stolen by Claire!).
The Celebration Snow Fall runs daily from the 26th November to 31st December at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm and 9pm.
Below is a video from last year to give you an idea of what it’s like, sorry about the music but this was the best video I could find on youtube. If you have your own video that is better please let me know and I will add it.
13
Jun
Universal Studios Summer Concert Series in June / July
One of Orlando’s most popular summer events is back – Universal Studios’ Summer Concert Series, bringing some big names in music to entertain you on weekends over the summer. Every Saturday, live concerts at the Universal Music Plaza stage commence at 9pm with legendary performances from great artists. First gig was Saturday 11 June and they are running until 16 July.
7
Jun
Great deal at Fun Spot Orlando – $13 for unlimited Go-Kart and Thrill Rides!
Had to let you know about a really good discount deal on 11th June at Fun Spot amusement park next to Old Town – for ONE DAY only – $13 armbands for ALL DAY riding privileges on 4 Go-Kart tracks, 7 Thrill Rides and 7 Kid Spot Rides (normally priced $34.95!!!) Tickets must be purchased on that day between 10am and noon to get the deal.
I went there this week and have some pictures and video for you to take a look at which I will be adding shortly but check out the video below to give you an idea of what to expect.
7
Jun
Family Fun at Old Town, Kissimmee!
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As I went to the Car Masters at Downtown Disney recently and really enjoyed it, it made me think of all the great classic show cars at Old Town attraction in Kissimmee – a down-to-earth, 1950s nostalgic entertainment area which you could slot into your vacation in Orlando. As well as shopping, dining and entertainment there’s car related events every week on a Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. I enjoy the Saturday Night Cruise its one of the largest weekly car events in the world with over 300 classic cars all 1974 and older on display. There’s a Rock n Roll band on while the cars cruise throughout Old Town!
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27
May
Busch Gardens Tampa – New Cheetah Hunt Roller Coaster
Just wanted to update you on Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay and their latest park attraction – the new Cheetah Hunt roller coaster has offically opened this week!! Hyped as a great thrill ride it’s made it to number 3 on Yahoo’s travel article: “World’s Coolest New Tourist Attractions“.
Busch Gardens is well known for its animal expertise, stunning gardens and Big Thrill African-inspired ride attractions and is a popular day trip if you’re holidaying in Florida.
19
May
Free Wine Tasting Tours – Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards
If you’re looking for something a little different from a day at the theme parks and kids attractions, and you enjoy savouring a glass of wine (who doesn’t?) why not visit the Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards in Clermont to broaden your knowledge of the award-winning local ‘Lakeridge Reserve’ wine which is sold at the larger supermarkets and wine shops throughout Florida.
Complimentary tours and wine tasting are offered seven days a week for both individuals and groups — Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The wine-making process is pretty fascinating and at their vast 127 acreage site, Lakeridge have a really great way of engaging and educating guests on how they grow, harvest and process, and finally bottle the wines ready for distribution.
12
May
Star Wars Weekends at Disney Hollywood Studios!
May the Force Be With You, it certainly is with Disney as it’s the annual comeback of the Star Wars Weekends celebrated by die-hard fans at Hollywood Studios starting May 20th 2011 for 4 consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sundays) upto 12th June 2011.
12
May
Florida Weather – What you can expect…
Here’s Florida’s monthly weather temperature guides for the year in Orlando and the Gulf Coast area where we have the majority of our 500 Florida villas for vacation rental, along with links to a 10 day forecast in various Florida regions, so you can check how the weather is for your holiday and plan for day trips further afield just before you travel.
Average Monthly Temperatures in Orlando
| January | High 72°F – Low 50°F | / | High 22°C – Low 10°C |
| February | High 74°F – Low 51°F | / | High 23°C – Low 11°C |
| March | High 72°F – Low 50°F | / | High 26°C – Low 13°C |
| April | High 83°F – Low 60°F | / | High 28°C – Low 16°C |
| May | High 88°F – Low 66°F | / | High 31°C – Low 19°C |
| June | High 91°F – Low 71°F | / | High 33°C – Low 22°C |
| July | High 92°F – Low 73°F | / | High 33°C – Low 23°C |
| August | High 92°F – Low 73°F | / | High 33°C – Low 23°C |
| September | High 90°F – Low 72°F | / | High 32°C – Low 22°C |
| October | High 85°F – Low 65°F | / | High 29°C – Low 18°C |
| November | High 79°F – Low 59°F | / | High 26°C – Low 15°C |
| December | High 73°F – Low 53°F | / | High 23°C – Low 12°C |
Average Monthly Temperatures in Fort Myers
| January | High 75°F – Low 54°F | / | High 24°C – Low 12°C |
| February | High 77°F – Low 55°F | / | High 25°C – Low 13°C |
| March | High 80°F – Low 59°F | / | High 27°C – Low 15°C |
| April | High 85°F – Low 63°F | / | High 29°C – Low 17°C |
| May | High 89°F – Low 68°F | / | High 32°C – Low 20°C |
| June | High 91°F – Low 73°F | / | High 33°C – Low 23°C |
| July | High 92°F – Low 74°F | / | High 33°C – Low 23°C |
| August | High 92°F – Low 74°F | / | High 33°C – Low 23°C |
| September | High 90°F – Low 74°F | / | High 32°C – Low 23°C |
| October | High 86°F – Low 69°F | / | High 30°C – Low 21°C |
| November | High 81°F – Low 62°F | / | High 27°C – Low 17°C |
| December | High 77°F – Low 56°F | / | High 25°C – Low 13°C |
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27
Apr
Royal Wedding Celebrations in Orlando
For folks across the pond looking to celebrate the Royal Wedding of Prince Wills and his Queen-to-be Kate on Friday 29th April, I’ve found a couple of events hosting the regal celebrations for you! Not a big royal fan? Still, you can’t beat a good wedding party!
In traditional English style, the popular Cricketers Arms Pub located at Festival Bay mall on International Drive are having tv screens dedicated to the wedding and a ‘Royal Wedding Palooza’ (if you’re like me and haven’t heard of palooza, for the benefit of you and I, I looked it up and it basically means ‘all-out, large scale party extravaganza’ – so it does sound like it promises a lot of fun). For more info, call Cricketers on 407-354-0686.
Disney’s Wedding Pavillion, overlooking Magic Kingdom across the lagoon, are hosting an event: beginning at 4am – with the Royal Wedding ceremony commencing at 6am Orlando time, and ending at 8am. An English themed wedding breakfast will be available to guests. For those keen to enjoy the royal celebrations in an authentic chapel-like building, you won’t mind the eye-watering early start – and guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion – question is: will you go dressed up, wedding-style? or…in your pyjamas!
There’ll be great photo opportunities with the fairytale Cinderella Coach majestically led by six white ponies and coachmen at the Pavillion. Incidentally, the coach was created by the same coach makers who have historically designed for the British Monarchy.
Entrance and parking to the event is free. The Wedding Pavillion is situated in the Seven Seas between the Grand Floridian and Polynesian Resorts.
21
Apr
Eggscellent Easter events in Orlando
First things first, Happy Easter to you all from VR360 Florida Villas!
If you’re looking for some family Easter activities over the weekend I have a few favourites to share with you.
Go for some farm style fun at the Green Meadows Petting Farm in Kissimmee, they are hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th April. Kids are welcome to bring their own festive Easter basket and have their photo taken with the Easter Bunny. The Easter hunt is free with the paid guided tour ticket and takes place at the end of your farm tour. As a family activity, it’s nice to see the kids have the opportunity to touch and learn about the 300 animals in the farm’s country setting. Don’t miss the chance to milk a cow for the first time! Or watch the children take a pony ride and a tractor-drawn hayride. If you want to bring along you’re lunch, there’s really nice picnic areas as well. Don’t worry if you decide not to bring anything, as there’s a general store with snacks and drinks available. Tours run continuously from 9:30-4:30pm, children under 2 yrs go free and adult/child tickets are otherwise $21. Green Meadows is 10 miles southeast of Disney World on 1368 South Poinciana Blvd. Kissimmee. A $2 coupon saving is available for parties of upto 6.
The City of Winter Park are having their 57th annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday 23rd April starting at 9:30am ready for the 10am starting signal to set the kids racing off to find the 10,000 stuffed eggs placed around Central Park in downtown Winter Park. This event is free and children upto 10 yrs can participate. This is a favourite every year, and you’ll see grandparents bringing their 3rd generation children here for the hunt. For more info, call 407-599-3203.
For Easter season, if you’re shopping with the family, most of the malls in Orlando will have Easter themed Bunny professional photo opportunities for the children. So, why not bunny hop over to Mall at Millenia or the Florida Mall…
The majority of our 500 Orlando villas we have available to rent for your vacation are easily within 20-30 minutes drive of these attractions and the major theme parks in Central Florida.
