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Palm trees. Colourful blooms. And a tropical-looking lagoon. The lush gardens at the Wyndham Orlando Resort are spread across an incredible 48 acres - quite an achievement for a hotel in the heart of Florida's International Drive.
In fact, if you take a stroll through the immaculate grounds you'll probably spot an ibis or two wading in water. And this tranquil, everglade-like setting is just the ticket if you're looking to get away from it all.
Plonk yourself down on a sunlounger and lap up the sunshine. Or perhaps take a refreshing dip in one of the three swimming pools. Relaxation aside, you'll no doubt want to hit some of Florida's famous theme parks, too. And you couldn't be in a better place. All of the big attractions are just a few minutes' drive away, including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World.
But if you want some time out from roller coasters and killer whales, there's plenty on hand back at the hotel. Work up an appetite with a fast-paced game of volleyball. Indulge in some well-deserved 'me' time down at the health centre. Or maybe just enjoy a good old-fashioned American steak in Augustine's Grill. With a side order of fries, naturally!
As to the accommodation here, it's all set out in attractive low-level 'villa' blocks that have an almost colonial look about them, what with their tiled roofs, veranda-like walkways and attractive hardwood floors. All in all, this is a great place to relax while still being at the centre of the action.
The Old Florida-styled guestrooms display pale-yellow walls, madras fabrics and bamboo chairs. Rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access. Amenities include Golden Door toiletries, and in-room massages are available by appointment. Select guestrooms feature alcoves with bunk beds, a children's table and a nightlight.
Augustine's Bar & Grill serves buffet-style breakfasts and a la carte meals. At Gatorville, tropical drinks and unique fare are served poolside. The hotel boasts three heated outdoor pools and a fitness center. Kid-friendly amenities include a playground, game room, ice cream shop and two pools.
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Based on 2 sharing twin room
Other room types available on request
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1st January - 31st March
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| Bay Hill Club & Lodge - (Championship) |
At Bay Hill, you play the venue of the Bay Hill Invitational, one of the longest standing stops on the PGA Tour. It is also Arnold Palmer's winter home
The front 9 of the Big Course is the more scenic and dramatic of the two 9's. It features the half-moon-shaped par 5 5th around a lake where John Daly took an 18 trying to hit his drive over the lake from the forward tees to the green.
The back nine is less scenic, as the houses seem to be on top of a few of the holes. It includes the 400-yard uphill 10th; the 430-yard par 4 11th to a long, narrow green hovering over a lake; the short, straight par 4 13th of less than 400 yards over another pond to a tight green; and No. 15, a 225-yard uphill par 3 to a severely sloped green.
For all of its notoriety, Bay Hill remains a course within a development, albeit a very high-end development. Six- and seven-figure homes on large lots are visible throughout |
| Cypress Golf - North, South & East Course |
The North, South, and East Nines offer a variety of mental and physical stimuli that test accuracy rather than strength and distance. The original North-South combination, marked by sharply ledged fairways, tall shaggy mounds, and plateau greens perched above water or sand, is a demanding, target-style test. The sportier, more wooded East Nine is more generous, with less bunkering (particularly in front of the greens) allowing for more run-up shots.
Within these 27 holes, the Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed North, South, and East Nines provide three distinctly unique 18-hole masterpieces. For the full round of 18, courses can be combined as the North-South, South-East, or East-North Course. Each combination provides a distinctive playing experience, which will challenge even the best of golfers. |
| Dye's Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass |
Dye's Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass is the latest challenge in the grand tradition of the Tournament Players Club.
The ambitious younger brother of the famous Stadium Course, this 6,838-yard, par-72 course poses a test for all handicappers — with its lush, winding fairways, sweeping greens, and water in play on every hole to test your shot-making ability and accuracy.
The TPC Valley Course at Sawgrass will prove to be a challenge for any skill level with its undulations on the fairways, sweeping greens and water the comes into play upon every hole.
Though the Valley Course is a bit milder than the Stadium Course, you will find yourself need to make accurate shots while you fight the winds from the Atlantic Ocean which is one mile away from the course |
| Grand Cypress - New Course |
The New Course adds another dimension of play to the Orlando golf scene with steeper and more challenging bunkers and slopes. Set in the midst of an open meadow, the New Course is Jack Nicklaus' tribute and homage to the famed Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. This Scottish links masterpiece is complete with double greens, stone bridges and walls, gorse mounds, burns, and pot bunkers as deep as 12 feet... all in the spirit of true Scottish original.
Very little water comes into play on the New Course, but when it does it just may surprise you. Very few trees are located within the interior of the course, creating plenty of room to drive the ball. However, even the best of drives will be challenged, as even the slightest slice or fade can cause the best of golfers to find themselves looking in the wrong fairway for their ball. |
| Hawks Landing |
Hawk’s Landing Golf Club is 18-Holes of Championship Golf at its finest. Great location, perfect weather, satisfying long days and a Golf experience that rewards golfers of all skill levels.
At more than 6,600 yards from its back tees, Hawk’s Landing Golf Club is a deceptively challenging test of golf. From your opening shot on the 1st tee to your approach shot over water on #18, you can expect to use every club in your bag. The following course layout is designed to provide you a preview of what to expect when you tee it up at Hawk’s Landing.
The beautiful natural surroundings, native birds and wildlife, fragrant beds of vibrantly colored azaleas and plentiful sunshine create an inviting atmosphere that makes every Golfer look forward to their next round.
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| Marsh Landing Country Club |
Marsh Landing Country Club is often likened to a 6,841-yard nature preserve. Test your skills on a 6,825-yard, par-72 golf course winding through pockets of intracoastal marshes and towering pines, showcasing a spectacular year-round golfing experience and an extraordinary array of wildlife.
Consult the expert staff of professionals to take your skills to new heights and your scores to new lows.
The course features mature trees with some challenging drives and approaches. The layout is reasonably flat and should be easy enough to walk depending on the time of year. |
| Ponte Vedra Country Club |
Discover a shot-maker’s delight at Ponte Vedra Country Club. Teeming with natural wildlife, this PGA TOUR golf club features a short, tight course with water in play on every hole, requiring straight tee shots by great iron players. The 13th hole — a 378-yard, par-4 straightaway — necessitates the fiercest water negotiation, and rewards thought and precision over brute strength.
Fire lasers and you just might bring birdie into play; just don’t try to muscle the ball in. R
edesigned by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay with tree-lined fairways and slightly winding greens, this Ponte Vedra golf course challenges players of all skill levels |
| The Stadium Course - TPC Sawgrass |
The Stadium Course is a target design that features water coming into play on almost every hole. This course was considered the debut of stadium golf, with plenty of pot bunkers and moguls to make even professionals squeal.
Regarded as the crown jewel of Northeast Florida, this stunning, Pete Dye-designed PGA TOUR golf course plays host to THE PLAYERS Championship – which annually attracts the strongest field in golf and is one of the PGA TOUR's most coveted titles |
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