Orlando
Orlando
Orlando is the entertainment capital of Florida and is renowned for its world-class theme parks including Walt Disney World, Sea World and Universal Studios, as well as a wide choice of restaurants, bars, and nightlife.
The superb year round climate makes the Orlando area a very popular destination with golfers, and offers an easy two centre base, combined with the beach on the Gulf or Atlantic Coast.

Marvel at the magic of Orlando, Florida, a vibrant city full of vision and variety from the luxury of The Ritz Carlton. Take in the fun while retaining a sense of sophistication. Inspired architecturally by the grand palazzos of Italy, this Orlando resort's features include 584 well-appointed guest rooms and suites and a choice of 11 dining establishments. The resort also offers great proximity to the many world-famous attractions and the superb golf in the Orlando area.

Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge is charming, inviting and comfortable. Enjoy quaint accommodations in the 70-room lodge, a luxurious spa, salon and fitness centre, a gorgeous pool area and tennis courts. The 27-holes of championship golf include Champion, Challenger and Charger, a challenging but fair test for both professionals and amateurs alike. This private golf club & resort is situated on 260 acres in southwest Orlando, it has its own a chic restaurant and lounge and is near a selection of local winning restaurants.

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is situated on 1,500 acres in the Lake Buena Vista area. The hotel recently completed a $45 million renovation with modern restyling of all 815 guestrooms. The hotel offers 45 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature Design golf, a racquet club, a 21-acre lake with water sports, a lagoon swimming pool, 12 tennis courts, a racquetball and a basketball course, a fitness centre, bicycle rentals, rock climbing wall and a walking trail. The spa features a menu of massage and beauty treatments. Dining options include fine dining and casual fair.

Florida's great new luxury golf resort and spa, surrounded by 36 holes of Greg Norman designed golf and the David Leadbetter Golf Academy, is one of the nation's premier destination resorts. In addition to superb golf, guests of the resort will enjoy a luxurious spa and fitness centre, seven restaurants and lounges, a kids club, and a 15-acre recreation area which includes a delightful 850-foot lazy river, water slide, and formal pool with private cabanas. Located within minutes to Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal Studios, and other popular attractions, complimentary transportation is provided to all four Disney theme parks in addition to a full american breakfast buffet, high speed internet and self parking all included in the daily rate.

Within walking distance of Downtown Disney. This official Walt Disney World hotel offers complimentary transportation to all 4 Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. It is a 14-story high tower flanked by a 6-story garden wing. Inside the white stucco exterior, a magnificent view of the atrium can be seen from each of the two glass elevators in the center of the hotel, which is fresh from a $35 million top-to-bottom makeover, making it the perfect place to stay during your vacation to the Walt Disney World® Resort. With upgraded rooms, lobby and business amenities and facilities, you are sure to enjoy the comfort and convenience of this charming Orlando hotel.
Please contact us for additional resort information.
Facilities subject to change. Fees may apply for certain amenities and services.
We are pleased to suggest the following recommended courses around Orlando based on our own experience and the feedback of our clients:
Bay Hill Club Challenger/Champion Course
Bay Tree National Golf Links
Celebration Golf Club
Champions Gate Golf Resort National Course
Eagle Creek
Grand Cypress Golf Club New Course
Grand Cypress Golf Club North/East/South Course
Orange County National Crooked Course
Orange County National Panther Lake Course
The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes
Walt Disney World Resort Eagle Pines Course
Walt Disney World Resort Osprey Ridge Course

Black Bear Golf Club
Champions Gate Golf Resort International Course
Debary Golf & Country Club
Deer Island Golf & Lake Club
Diamondback Golf Club
Falcon's Fire Golf Club
Grande Lakes
Harbor Hills Country Club
Legends at Orange Lake
Metrowest Country Club
Mission Inn Golf & Tennis Resort El Campeon Course
Mystic Dunes
Orlando World Centre, Marriott
Palisades Golf Course
Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club

The Golden Bear Golf Club at Keene's Pointe
Viera East Golf Club
Walt Disney World Resort Lake Buena Vista Course
Walt Disney World Resort Magnolia Course
Walt Disney World Resort Palm Course
Mission Inn Golf & Tennis Resort Las Colinas
Orange Lake Country Club Cypress / Lake / Orange Course
Timacuan Golf & Country Club
Walt Disney World Resort Oak Trail
Play at the private courses listed can be arranged in most cases
BEST TIME TO VISIT: The mild winter climate allows for year-round golf, with the best golfing climate and conditions being found during spring and late autumn. The summer climate can be hot with high humidity and the chance of tropical storms.
WEATHER AVERAGES (courtesy of www.weather.com)
|
Daily High Temp |
Monthly Rainfall |
|
January |
21°C |
70°f |
58mm |
February |
22°C |
72°f |
76mm |
March |
26°C |
78°f |
81mm |
April |
28°C |
83°f |
45mm |
May |
31°C |
87°f |
91mm |
June |
32°C |
90°f |
185mm |
July |
33°C |
91°f |
185mm |
August |
33°C |
91°f |
172mm |
September |
32°C |
89°f |
152mm |
October |
29°C |
84°f |
61mm |
November |
26°C |
78°f |
58mm |
December |
22°C |
72°f |
55mm |
Orlando is served by direct flights from the UK, and with connecting flights from most regional airports
British Airways - Gatwick to Orlando, direct
Virgin Atlantic - Gatwick to Orlando, direct
Virgin Atlantic - Glasgow to Orlando, direct (seasonal)
Virgin Atlantic - Manchester to Orlando, direct
Orlando could be combined with any number of destinations within Florida, or further afield into Georgia and South Carolina, and is also an ideal stopping off point for onward flights, or perhaps a cruise, to the Caribbean.
From Orlando to |
Distance |
Sawgrass |
130 miles (2½ hours) |
Naples |
204 miles (3½ hours) |
Miami |
240 miles (3½ hours) |
Hilton Head |
320 miles (4¾ hours) |