”Why stay in a hotel?” over 150 new luxury vacation homes just minutes to Disney. Offering 3 to 6 bedroom private pool homes, many with spas, game rooms, lake views, multiple master suites, and many character themed rooms for the kids. All of our homes are centrally located many next to each other and back to back for families to stay together in comfort for less than the cost of area hotels. Every home is fully equipped with all major and most small appliances. Our homes are available to view online at www.awardpoolhomes.com
or call 1-800-338-0835.
Florida Paradise Villas
Kissimmee and Orlando, FL
866-939-7376 reservations@floridaparadisevillas.com www.floridaparadisevillas.com
SAVE BIG in Orlando! Condos and Villas sleep 8-14 from $99. Pools, sports, recreation, banquet space. Discounted air, attractions, 50% or more on car rentals!
Florida's Atlantic Coast - North
Daytona Beach, Jacksonville, Palm Coast, St. Augustine
North Central & Central
Ocala/ Marion County, Seminole County, Suwannee County
Hold your next reunion in Nature’s Place to Play, Ocala/Marion County, Florida
Centrally located along I-75 in the heart of the state’s gently rolling horse country, the area boasts the accommodations, facilities, family attractions and outdoor activities for a remarkable reunion. Plus, 21 golf courses within a 30-minute drive offer exceptional play for every skill level. Visit OcalaMarion.com today for more information and special offers, or call 1-888-FL-OCALA for free planning assistance.
WATERFRONT INN THE VILLAGES 1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages FL 32162.
Located in the heart of The Villages on the scenic Lake Sumter, The Waterfront Inn is walking distance to the town square that has free nightly outdoor entertainment, unique shops, and restaurants. We offer the perfect setting for events with exquisite meeting space, onsite catering and 120 upscale hotel rooms. Relax in our beautiful lobby bar overlooking the lake with live entertainment or dine at Amelia’s restaurant serving Southern cuisine daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy our outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, fitness center, free Internet and mini-refrigerators in each room.
352-753-7535; ckitt@jhmhotels.com; www.waterfrontinnvillages.com.
Florida's East Coast -Central
- Space Coast - Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach
Florida's East Coast - South
Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Largo, Miami, Palm Beach
ATTRACTIONS
The Armed Forces Military Museum, Largo Florida
“INCREDIBLE!...one of the most exciting, educating and electrifying military collections I have ever seen.”
The Armed Forces Military Museum is the newest attraction to the Tampa/St. Petersburg area, as well as
one of the largest military museums in Florida!
The museum serves to "Give the Past a Future" honoring those who served and telling the Story of Our Freedom.
It covers eras from WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam with more to come! Over 35,000 feet of tanks, equipment, displays and memorabilia including:
~ Wall of Hero's
~ Memorial Garden Walk
~ Virtual Voyager simulator ride wit h 10 missions
~ Officers Club available for reunions, anniverseries, birthdays !
It's excellent for all ages! So what a great place to have a reunion and enjoy the area's many
attractions, beac hes, and sunshine! Don't delay and plan today!
Disney World Area
Kissimmee, Lake Buean Vista, Lake Mary, Longwood, Orlando, New Port Richey
KISSIMMEE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
1925 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee FL 34744
In Kissimmee, the Heart of Florida, next to Orlando and close to everything, reunions are our specialty. We offer planning assistance to reunions of all sizes and budgets. Let us help you make planning your next reunion easy. Call or email for details about Kissimmee's reunion venues and services.
407-742-8254; meet@floridakiss.com; www.MeetInKissimmee.com
STAR ISLAND RESORT & CLUB
5000 Avenue of the Stars, Kissimmee FL 34746
Located just 4 miles to Walt Disney Theme Parks, our Mediterranean styled Resort & Spa offers spacious mini suites, 1 & 3 bedroom Villas with kitchenette, full kitchens with all the comforts of home. Enjoy tennis, basketball, pools & putting green, Jet Ski & paddleboat rentals, children’s activities, BBQ grills, indoor & outdoor function space available to rent. Group rates for 5 or more units. For group reservations call 800-789-0715 and mention Reunions Magazine when calling. We look forward to hosting your reunion; www.star-island.com
BUENA VISTA SUITES
8203 World Center Drive Orlando, Florida 32821
800-537-7737
An all-suite hotel offering free full American breakfast buffet, free parking, and free scheduled shuttle to the Walt Disney World® Resort and nightly shuttle to Downtown Disney®, just 1.5 miles away.
Visit www.thecaribeorlando.com/buena-vista-suites/
CIRCLE F DUDE RANCH CAMP Located on 500 acres south of Orlando, Florida, Circle F offers reunions clean, rustic accommodations plus many activities, including swimming, sailing, canoeing, horseback riding, paintball, a softball field, soccer field, volleyball court, tennis courts, basketball court, rockwall climbing and ziplines, some of which have to be arranged in advance.
It’s the perfect place for all your groups.
863-676-4113; www.circlefduderanchcamp.com
COCO KEY HOTEL & WATER RESORT - ORLANDO
7400 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819
Family-friendly resort features a 54,000 sq. ft. canopy-covered and outdoor water park. With 14 water slides, 4 pools, and a 6,500 sq. ft. Arcade there is something for everyone. Located on International Drive , this AAA 3 diamond property is near all of Orlando’s major attractions. Newly renovated rooms feature modern décor furniture, and a variety of amenities. Connecting rooms are also available for larger families. On-site dining includes TradeWinds restaurant, Callaloo Grill, and Pizza Hut Express. For groups of 10 or more, special reunion menus are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
For more information, please call 407-351-2626 or
email info@cocokeyorlando.com Visit cocokeywaterresort.com
FLORIDAYS RESORT ORLANDO
12562 International Drive,
Orlando FL 32821
Info: 321-329-4024; fax 321-329-4001
Located just two miles from SeaWorld and Disney on International Drive, offers spacious two-and-three bedroom Grand Suites, with room for everyone. The free shuttle to the attractions and the I-Drive trolley makes it easy to get around town. With two heated swimming pools, game room, fitness center, and poolside bar and grille, you'll want to spend quality family time right here at the resort.
groupsales@floridaysorlando.com; www.FloridaysResortOrlando.com
ROYAL PLAZA in the Walt Disney World® Resort
1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd, Lake Buena Vista FL 32830
A 394-room resort hotel with 18,500 square feet of meeting space able to accommodate up to 1000 people, which includes two ballrooms and a 5,000 square foot outside courtyard. Our versatile event venues and full-service Award Winning Convention Services Department will help you plan your event right down to the last detail and make your event a resounding success!
Contact Allan Bester @ 407-827-3155 or abester@royalplaza.com; www.royalplaza.com
Florida's Gulf Coast - Panhandle Area
Destin, Emerald Beach, Panama City Beach, Pensacola, Tallahassee
VISIT TALLAHASSEE
Situated in the Florida Panhandle, Tallahassee draws families and friends to come together with natural fun – cycling, paddling and fishing – spacious parks, and a wide variety of cultural and historical sites. From securing accommodations and transportation to providing catering options and itinerary building, Visit Tallahassee proudly provides assistance to reunion planners.
Contact Lorrie Allen at (800) 628-2866. www.VisitTallahassee.com
Florida's West Coast
St. Petersburg/ Clearwater, Tampa, Port Charlotte
St. Petersburg/Clearwater - Florida's Beach Plan your vacation today! Home of America's top-rated beaches including Caladesi Island and Fort De Soto Park. Enjoy championship golf, acclaimed museums, seafood & shopping.
877-352-3224: FloridasBeach.com.
TRADEWINDS ISLAND RESORTS
5500 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach FL 33706
727-363-2215 or 800-345-6461
fax 727-363-2221
Located on the white sand beach of Florida’s west coast, TradeWinds offers a wide variety of delectable dining options and flexible function space. Just 30 minutes from the airport, your group will enjoy an array of activities and entertainment far surpassing their expectations. Our award-winning staff ensures a successful and fun reunion for all. DProbst@twresort.com; www.JustLetGo.com
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