Orlando, Florida
SUNNY ORLANDO IS KNOWN for its world-renowned amusement parks and one-of-a-kind vacation destinations. But the area that now encompasses more than 100 square miles has been home to Native American conflicts, an army post, cattle ranchers, cotton fields and orange crops. Orlando was known first as
“Jernigan,” after Aaron Jernigan, who settled in the area in 1843. The town’s name was changed to Orlando in 1857. Orlando took its first steps toward becoming the vacation mecca it is today when Cypress Gardens Adventure Park opened in 1936. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom followed in 1971, SeaWorld Orlando opened in 1973 and Universal Orlando welcomed the world in 1990. But these amusement experiences
are just the beginning of a virtually endless list of things to do in Orlando. The area offers award-winning golf
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Nearest Hospital: Florida Hospital
Nearest Major Airport: Orlando International Airport
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courses at every turn, including Orange County National, Tom Fazio’s Lake Nona Golf & Country Club and Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge. There are special dining venues, as well as the Orlando Ballet, Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Orlando Opera and SunTrust Broadway Across America-Orlando series. Known for its warm, sunny weather and mild winters, the most difficult part of staying active in Orlando is deciding what to do first. Take a trip downtown to Lake Eola Park and take a ride in a swan-shaped paddle boat or electric gondola. Enjoy the museums, theater groups and majestic oak trees in Loch Haven Park. And if you need a day at the beach, look no further than Lake Fairview Park. Orlando also is ready to stimulate
your mind with lifelong learning opportunities. Surrounded by higher education venues, Orlando has many opportunities for retirees to return
to the classroom to continue their valuable life education and share their experiences. One such program is offered at the University of Central Florida. LIFE@UCF is a nonprofit organization for people of retirement age. Members pay a modest fee for coursework and have the opportunity to study music, diversity, international affairs, women’s studies, art, finances and more.
The 55 and better set can spend
more time having fun and less time worrying about money because Florida has no income tax. This perfect combination of fun and fiscal freedom has made Orlando the 32nd most popular place for baby boomers looking to relocate in their golden years. Orlando continues to grow and
redefine itself, offering nearly 100 attractions, 112,000 hotel rooms and more than 5,300 restaurants, as well as the second largest convention center in the nation.
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