Reunion Resort is easily one of the best Central Florida’s premier golf resorts. The 2,300-acre development just south of Walt Disney World is a AAA Four-Diamond rated destination, with three golf courses, seven dining venues, 10 pools, 25,000 -square-feet of event space, and a seemingly endless supply of luxury amenities.

Just recently, Atlanta-based Kingwood International Resorts announced that they have purchased the resort and with new ownership and expansion they have big changes in store for the resort.

Kingwood plans 1,200 new rental accommodations at Reunion, including a 400 room hotel. The hotel will have a large convention facility within it. Reunion currently has 360 resort-style accommodations including vacation homes with up to 13 bedrooms.

The private Reunion Resort Water Park, already one of the largest resort water park facilities in the country, will get a multi-acre expansion with the addition of a wave pool, a new water slide, putt-putt golf, and improved food and beverage offerings.

Reunion Club, the private membership program for the resort, will see expanded benefits. No timeline or other details for the new Reunion Resort additions have been announced.

The articles keep coming in and the hype is just getting started as Disney has released new information about the new theme park of Star Wars Galaxy Edge. To be opening on August 29, 2019, seems far but in reality, it’s just around the corner and Disney has already opened the applications to confirm new employees for the land.

Disney World has been covering up all of the lands currently with wall barriers, however this past week they gave the media sneak peeks of the land! As you can see above in the two photos!

Batuu, the world of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, is a work in continued work in progress at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. Construction workers are hard at work creating this planet landscape, currently with steel structures, domes, towering spires and hammering heavy machinery — in preparation for its debut four months in the future.

With all Disney projects, there’s plenty stories and hidden details built throughout all of  Galaxy’s Edge, from grooved rockwork in the tunnel that visitors walk through to get to Batuu from the Grand Avenue side of the theme park.

Once the area opens Aug. 29, visitors will walk through the darkened entrance, veer right, walk past the grooves and into the light.

The first guest will see is black spires, the depth of the landscape.  There are copper and lead roofs in the distance. The fin of a cargo plane peeks over the top. Bridges, ramps and curved buildings stand tall. There are tanks and pieces of ships. In the vicinity will be an ancient marketplace, an open-air restaurant with roasted beasts and locations to buy droids and lightsabers.

Then the most important and breathtaking sight will be at the end of the two white tanks and tower, which will behold the Falcon. That’s as in Millennium Falcon, the famed Star Wars vessel and centerpiece of Smugglers Run, the attraction that will open with Galaxy’s Edge.

Another attraction — Rise of the Resistance — will open later in the year.  However, a nearly identical version of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will debut in late May at Disneyland.

There’s still a lot of work to be done in the land, and Disney wants to make sure every detail has integrity and is part of the story.

To read more about what the media event click HERE, and for the full experience check out Dinsey Website HERE!

*Photo Credits to the Orlando Sentinal and Disney World

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Easter is just around the corner and you don’t want to miss out on what Orlando has to offer that special weekend! With the best Sunday services, to a photograph with the Easter bunny and some of the funniest Easter egg hunts.

First, on the list Reunion Resort with Easter Brunch, Sunday, April 21st from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Grande Ballroom. The will also be having an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 21st as well at 9:00 am. For more inflation and other fun activities, check out the full list here! Next, a popular destination is getting your photo taken with the Easter Bunny! And the best place for that is The Mall at Millenia. You can take your own photos or opt for a professional photo package. Enjoy Sunrise Easter Services both SeaWorld Orlando and Bok Tower Gardens, will be hosting sunrise services on Easter morning. And of course a very fun local Easter Egg Hunt in Winter Park on Saturday, April 20th!

Of course, I couldn’t forget about Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom will be having an Easter Bunny Meet & Greet – Mr. Easter Bunny will be available at Bunny Lane Garden to meet & greet with guests. Epcot will be having an Easter Egg Hunt – Once guests have their maps, they will be able to record hidden eggs, themed after Disney characters, by placing the right character sticker in the matching location on the special map. Lastly, Disney Springs will have a fun Easter photo prop with a larger-than-life Easter Basket and virtual backgrounds that depict picturesque spring scenes.

And lastly, if you’re looking for some amazing Easter Brunches Orlando has them all. The Walt Disney World Resorts will be hosting brunch buffets at the Four Seasons and Swan hotel, as well as other resorts surrounding the area. The best option is to look on OpenTable since spots fill up quickly! Check them all out here!

Here are some other Spring festivals to consider that weekend as well!

Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida™ (February – April)
Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Big Easy’s biggest party right here in Orlando. The annual event features a nightly parade, authentic Cajun cooking, live concerts, a recreation of New Orleans’ French Quarter and plenty of beads.

Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando (Weekends, February – April)
Dine on a wide array of dishes from around the world and sip on craft beer and other libations at this food-focused festival. The event also hosts live performances from top names in music.

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival (February – May)
Epcot’s springtime festival keeps expanding with Disney-themed topiaries, garden spaces, wildlife habitats, exhibits, and demonstrations. You can also enjoy garden-themed food and beverages, as well as the Garden Rocks concert series.

Today starts the Winter Park Art Festival, going through till this weekend! Winter Park is such a fun area and sometimes gets overshadowed by all the touristy locations Orlando has to offer. However, if you are wanting a local experience this is the place to go! Below is some information about the Art Festival and the top 10 things to do/see in the area!

The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival is one of the nation’s most prestigious outdoor art festivals. Each year more than 350,000 visitors enjoy the show.

Festival hours are as follows: Friday, March 15, and Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, March 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Expect to see dazzling sculpture and glass for the big pocketbook as well as smaller works to please just about anyone. Enjoy Friday night’s jazz concert, children’s workshop village and school art exhibits, and great food and sidewalk cafes. Join us for this annual tradition in Winter Park.

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While your visiting here are some other options to do/see!

1. Park Avenue Shopping District
Experience a unique destination for fine dining, fashion, and art in one of Florida’s most unique and flourishing communities. Bordered by a shady park that plays host to concerts and art festivals, Park Avenue is home to one-of-a-kind boutiques and well-known shops, sidewalk cafes and fine dining restaurants, as well as world-renowned art collections in the area’s museums.

2. Culinary Excursion: Dining on Park Avenue
Park Avenue’s eateries offer something to suit every taste, especially foodies! This culinary utopia is home to over 40 restaurants, including everything from yogurt shops to award-winning fine dining. It also boasts a variety of gourmet food stores where you can find everything from savory spices to sweet treats.

3. Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour is an 18-passenger pontoon boat ride on the pristine Winter Park chain of lakes. The tour offers hour-
long, guided cruises through three of the seven lakes and two man made canals on the tranquil Winter Park chain.

4. Mead Botanical Garden
It has been described as “an urban oasis, a refuge for wildlife, a botanical garden emphasizing nature, sustainability and environmental learning, and a place for contemplation, celebration, and recreation”. Mead Botanical Garden is located just a few miles from the downtown business district. It is a beautiful place to enjoy a lazy afternoon traversing the nature trails or dipping your feet in the freshwater ponds.

4. Central Park
Central Park is the crown jewel of all the city’s parks. Conveniently located on Park Avenue in the heart of the downtown shopping district, this 11-acre park boasts shady oak trees, landscaped planters, sitting areas, open space, and three beautiful fountains. There is even a rose garden at the southern corner of Central Park. The lush foliage and relaxing atmosphere make it the perfect environment for a picnic.

5. Winter Park Farmers’ Market
The Winter Park Farmers’ Market is held at the old train depot which has been restored into a historical landmark. However, it is most well-known for the weekly Saturday market.

6. Rollins College
Located along the banks of Lake Virginia in the heart of Central Florida, the beautiful Rollins College campus encourages visitors to take advantage of Florida’s natural beauty and Winter Park’s history and charm. With its Spanish-Mediterranean architecture, lush grounds and gorgeous setting, Rollins was named one of the 50 Most Amazing College Campuses in 2011 by The Best Colleges.

7. The Alfond Inn
The Alfond Inn contributes to Winter Park’s cultural and artistic reputation by housing an eclectic collection of contemporary art available for viewing by the public. The collection is an extension of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College and features over 240 paintings, photographs, sculptures and mixed media works commemorating various impacting points in history. On Fridays, be sure to take advantage of the free docent-led tours available at 1 p.m.

8. Winter Park Country Club Golf Course
The Winter Park Country Club is the second oldest golf club in the Central Florida area. The golf course opened in 1914. It makes its way through the downtown Winter Park area and provides a challenge to even the most experienced golfer. With its narrow, tree-lined fairways and postage stamp, bunker guarded greens, this course will provide a test for every shot in a golfers arsenal. Daily fees start at $12 to walk 9 holes for Winter Park residents and $14 to walk 9 holes for non-residents. For further information, call 407-599-3339 or click here.

9. Hannibal Square
Visit Hannibal Square, a historic neighborhood located along New England Avenue two blocks west of Park Avenue, between Virginia and Pennsylvania avenues. Enjoy al fresco dining, stylish home furnishings, fine art, and unique gifts. While in the area, be sure to pamper yourself at some of the area’s top skin care spas and hair salons. For more information about historic Hannibal Square, click here.

10. Cultural Walking Tour
Take a self-guided walking tour of the City’s historical treasures, including more than a dozen different sites. The route begins near the historic Winter Park Golf Club and heads south along Park Avenue calling attention to a variety of museums and landmarks along the way. The map indicates opportunities to head west to Hannibal Square, east to the public library and south to Rollins College, home to the Annie Russell Theatre, Knowles Memorial Chapel and Cornell Fine Arts Museum. Download your guide by clicking here.

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Visit Flordia just announced that Florida drew in 126.1 million out-of-state visitors in 2018, setting a tourism record for the eighth consecutive year in a row. This was a 6.2 percent jump over the previous record set in 2017, the state tourism marketing agency said.

Visit Florida President and CEO Dana Young said the flood of new tourists could be credited at least in part to a targeted publicity push by her organization. “Visit Florida and the tourism industry have achieved unprecedented success,’’ Young said.

Despite overall growth, overseas visitors to Florida dropped by 1 percent to 10.8 million. The falloff was led by a 6 percent drop in tourists from Great Britain to 1.5 million. Canadian tourism was up from 3 percent to 3,447,000. The number of visitors from Brazil, meanwhile, grew 8 percent to 1,110,000. Domestically, the greatest percentage of visitors to Florida came from Georgia (9.6 percent), New York (8.5 percent) and Texas (5.5 percent).

The number of visitors grew as Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld all competed to open more attractions in 2018. And it won’t stop there. In late 2019, Disney is expected to debut Star Wars Land, which tourism experts are predicting will attract even more massive crowds.

To read more about this article click HERE.

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Golf.com just put out an article naming the best Airbnbs to stay and play at A-list golf courses, and Reunion Resort was rated #2! Golf at Reunion is unlike anywhere else in the world. In fact, it’s the only place where you will find Signature Design courses by three of golf’s greatest legends: Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, and Arnold Palmer.

The Nicklaus Course, a Signature Design by Jack Nicklaus, can be as deceptive as it is beautiful. This experience offers elevated services and amenities. While the course still retains its individual characteristics and strength, guests will enjoy a higher level of golf experience. Watson Course, a Signature Design by Tom Watson, is as much about strategy as it is about length highlighted by fast, firm and wide rolling fairways, a variety of strategically placed bunkers and large greens. Lastly, innovatively routed on hilly, roller coaster-like terrain, Arnold Palmer’s  Signature Course boasts dramatic elevation changes – up to 50 feet in some places – creating a unique variety of risk/reward shots. That varied menu of shot-making opportunities is further ensured by six tee locations on each hole, a variety of natural preserve areas, generously wide fairways and strategically placed bunkers across all 18 holes.

Having three elite golf courses at Reunion Resort make it the ideal place to rent or live. The luxury properties range from 7 to 15 bedrooms, with everything a guest could want. Between the breathtaking views, the fabulous amenities, and the multiple opportunities to have fun with your family, Reunion Resort is the perfect destination for the magical family vacation, where your dreams will come true! Reunion is one of the most luxurious resorts in the area, and with its location being just 6 miles from Disney, you can enjoy all the fun of the theme parks and return back to your opulent vacation home. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with staying within a gated community with 24-hour security. Sit back and relax in your luxury vacation rental selected from our list of over 150+ exquisite properties, and enjoy your perfect dream vacation!

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Reunion Resort has opened a stunning new clubhouse at its Signature Design Nicklaus Golf Course. Located on over three acres, the new 12,000 square-foot clubhouse features panoramic views of the course and includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, men’s and women’s locker rooms and showers, a golf lifestyle retail space, an event lawn for group functions and special events, and an upscale sports bar called “Traditions,” complete with an open kitchen and outdoor terrace with views of the 18th green.

This clubhouse has paid tribute to Jack Nicklaus’ including furnishings, artwork, and memorabilia related to Nicklaus’ decorated career. The interior of the clubhouse is designed by rich woods and contrasting light walls,  and natural earthy colors. The restaurant floor has Mediterranea terracotta tiles with iron metal detailing and beamed ceilings, allowing each guest to feel a sense of luxury with at the clubhouse.

Traditions, the clubhouse’s upscale dining experience serves American cuisine, and the menu is seasonal and local with farm-to-table elements. The bar includes a signature drink menu, including craft cocktails and signature drinks. The open-air kitchen and service style is designed to be welcoming to anyone who finds themselves a seat there. Traditions offer live musical entertainment making it a perfect gathering place for celebrations on the weekends. Also,  all of the doors to the dining terrace overlooks the 18th green, open to allow the entire restaurant to enjoy a nice  Florida weather. Click Here to see the full menu.

The new clubhouse is part of an improved plan at the Nicklaus Course. The 17th and 18th holes were re-routed to elevate the finishing experience. Significant bunker improvement work has just been completed too, while several spectacular homes have now been built in the surrounding Bear’s Den community – creating a true enclave for golfers.

Reunion Resort features 360 resort-style accommodations ranging from luxury suites and condos to multi-room villas and private 3-to-13-bedroom vacation homes. Recognized as a top golf destination, Reunion is the only location in the world featuring three signature championship golf courses designed by golf’s greatest legends: Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Tom Watson. The amenity-rich resort also features eight casual and fine dining options including an award-winning rooftop steakhouse, elegant indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, six hydro-grid clay tennis courts, a full-service boutique spa, 10 community pools and a 5-acre waterpark including slides, a water playground and a 1,000-ft. lazy river. With various real estate and membership opportunities available, guests can stay for a weekend or become members for life.