Summer Activities- Chill Out

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Summer is about to rear it’s humidity, high temps, and full-on sunshine. It’s the perfect time to plan the perfect little cool getaway, to relax, chill-off, and find that break from the heat, you’ve been looking for.

For the Family

Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

Who doesn’t love a lazy river? Well, grab a tube and head to Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, to float down their 850-foot rapid. Watch out for the shooting water cannons, along the way! While you’re taking a trip around the lazy river, the rest of the family can relax and play in the zero-entry pool, or dancing water fountains, which is awesome for those little ones! Don’t worry, big kids, there’s a 125-foot corkscrew waterslide for you, too.

For more info, visit www.OmniHotels.com or call

For Kids

BOB-MAKINSON-AQUATIC-CENTERBob Makinson Aquatic Center

Only got a day to play? Head no further than the Bob Makinson Aquatic Center, in Kissimmee. For $5 per person (two and younger, free) you’re in for a real treat. With a kid’s zero-entry pool, children’s play features, and a 150-foot waterslide, there is no room for boredom.  For the big kids, let them be free on 2 diving boards or strike up a match on the sand-volleyball court. And Mom and Dad, they even have birthday party options, for any summer-born babies.

For more info, visit www.Kissimmee.org or call 407-870-POOL

ymcaOsceola County YMCA

Maybe it’s more of a structured cool-off you’re looking for. The Osceola County YMCA provides numerous options for swimming lessons, that your little one will love! From under 3, to adults, there is a class for anyone. For those kids who are ready to hit the water! Check out their outdoor aquatic center!

For more info, visit www.YMCACentralFlorida.com or call

Flamingo Water Park and Resort

Wanna hit a water park, but not the crowds? Check out the Flamingo Waterpark Resort, in Kissimmee. The kids will go crazy, for all 120,000 gallons of cooling off fun, here! There are 6 water park attractions, 3 main slides, 6 kiddy slides, and 2 pool areas to choose from. Thrill seekers will love 500-feet of twists, turns, and dark plunges, while you more mellow folks can enjoy a lazy-river trip, or a bar-service lounge pool. The waterpark is for resort guests only, so call the number below, to book your next weekend getaway.

For more info, visit www.FlamingoWaterPark.com or call

For Adults Only

Looking for that upscale place to not only cool off, but relax? Then check out Reunion Resort, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort, in Kissimmee. There are 11 pools on property, including a water park. However, for that real sophisticated chill off spot, check out the Rooftop Pool at Eleven, and take in the amazing views, while you sip on a cocktail. If you get hungry, they have you covered. Highlights include the Eleven Steakhouse, Forte Italian Restaurant, and a Sushi Bar. Full-service dining is also available poolside, at The Grill at Water Park, so you never have to leave the pool!

For more info, visit www.ReunionResort.com or call

Unique Place to cool off:

ice-skatingThe Ice Factory

Grab your hats and mittens (if you can find some!) and head down to The Ice Factory, for some ice-skating fun. They are open daily, but we suggest their Family Night Specials. On Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., get 5 admissions, 5 skate rentals, 5 slices of pizza, and 5 small sodas, for only $30! You can also get the same as above on Saturdays, from 8 to 11 p.m., for $40.

For more info, visit www.IceFactory.com or call

Sidebar – A Dip on the Wild Side

Maybe you like things a little less, well, chlorinated. Check out these cool spots to hit up the beaches or lake waters, on Lake Tohopekaliga. We hear it has some pretty intense fishing, too.

  • East and West Lake Tohopekaliga
  • St Cloud Beach on East Lake Tohopekaliga

 

 

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