Arnold Palmer Golf Academy
The Arnold Palmer Golf Academy is one of the hidden treasures of Orlando. The professionals here are trained to improve your game whether you are an experienced duffer or aren't even sure which club you use to drive off the tee. Stay at the lodge and take advantage of a 27-hole course on the property.
Arnold Palmer Golf Academy
9000 Bay Hill Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
(800) 523-5999
http://bayhill.com/Arnold_Palmer_Golf_Academy-1585.html
Disney Golf Courses
Disney World offers four championship 18-hole courses. You will also find a 36-par 9-hole walking course in case you want to fit in a quick game on the same day you take advantage of the theme parks.
Disney World
3111 World Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(407) 824-4321
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com
Grand Cypress Golf Club
If you don't want to get involved with the Disney World crowd, check out the Grand Cypress Golf Club. Here you will find 45 holes designed by Jack Nicklaus. If you're a fan of the St. Andrews course, then get a tee time at the New Course, as Nicklaus drew on Scottish inspiration to design the course.
Grand Cypress Golf Club
1 N. Jacaranda
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 239-1909
http://grandcypress.com/golf
Golfsmith
Golfsmith bills itself as the world's largest golf superstore. If you forget your favorite equipment at home or it got lost on the flight, check out Golfsmith and you can probably replace it with the exact same thing or something beven etter.
Golfsmith
4656 Millenia Plaza Way
Orlando, FL 32839
(407) 345-8288
http://golfsmith.com
Sea World
Take a break from golf by visiting Sea World, one of Orlando's best theme parks. Cool yourself on a hot summer day by sitting in the splash zone at the Shamu show. Sea World is also fun if you enjoy thrill rides like rollercoasters.
Sea World
7007 Sea World Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 351-3600
http://seaworld.com/orlando
Champions Gate
PGA legend Greg Norman designed two different 18-hole courses at Champions Gate. Consider these courses among the most challenging in Orlando, as you will find a dozen water holes.
Champions Gate
1400 Masters Blvd.
ChampionsGate, FL 33896
(407) 787-GOLF
http://championsgategolf.com/location/index.shtml
Old Town
Old Town is an outdoor mall featuring specialty stores, old-fashioned carnival rides, restaurants and live entertainment. If you love classic cars, you'll want to be there on weekends to enjoy the parade of vintage vehicles.
Old Town
324 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy.
Kissimmee, FL 34746
(407) 396-4888
http://old-town.com
Universal Orlando
Universal Studios in Orlando features two different theme parks. If you don't want to take advantage of that, there is no entry fee for Universal Citywalk, which features stores, entertainment and restaurants.
Universal Theme Park
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, Florida 32819
http://universalorlando.com
Peabody Ducks
Even if you don't choose to stay at the luxurious Peabody Hotel in downtown Orlando, you might want to have lunch there and enjoy the famous march of the Peabody ducks. Be there at 11 a.m. every morning to watch as the ducks march into the hotel's lobby and splash around in the fountain.
Peabody Hotel
9801 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 352-4000
http://peabodyorlando.com
Medieval Times
Orlando has many themed dinner show restaurants, but Medieval Times continues to be one of the most popular. Enjoy barbecued ribs or roasted chicken with your fingers as you watch a show filled with jousting, sword fighting and other 11th-century entertainment.
Medieval Times
4510 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy.
Kissimmee, FL 34746
(888) 935-6878
http://medievaltimes.com/
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