A little city called Winter Park

Central Florida has the reputation of being a theme park only area. And that can’t be further than the truth. Yes, we have Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld and even Gatorland and Medieval Times, but there is more than that, so mucho more.

One of the not so hidden treasures is the city of Winter Park. Located near downtown Orlando, Altamonte and Maitland, Winter Park is a town not to be missed. Any vacation to Orlando should include it on its itinerary.

Winter Park Art festival

The charming Winter Park is a local’s favorite thanks to its fine dining restaurants, brunch places, farmers market, parks and one of the best art festivals in the State of Florida.  And to think that the city was founded as a resort community only in the late 19ths!!

History shows that northern businessmen came to the area around the late 1800’s and early 1900’s to escape from the cold and build their winter retreat. Therefore, the name of Winter Park.

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