by Elsa Soto | May 6, 2018 | Blog, News
A Great Neighborhood In Orlando Thornton Park
When you are looking at all the different neighborhoods in Orlando, you will notice that not all of them are created equal. That is very true when you are looking at a place like Thornton Park, which is one of the best upscale sections of Orlando for you to enjoy. What is even better is this is going to be a great attraction for you to go and visit for the all the fantastic things you can see and do, conveniently located in the downtown region of Orlando.
Now, just like a lot of major cities Thornton Park is a place that has undergone a significant revitalization. This has led to a lot of new restaurants and shops. Quite a few of these restaurants are going to be more of the trendy type of locations you will enjoy eating at and know you are going to have some great food and amazing atmosphere for you to enjoy. Since this is more of an upscale neighborhood, the food choices are varied, and everyone is sure to find something they’ll enjoy.
The shopping in this Orlando neighborhood district is going to be a step up from the regular retail shops as well.
That is because this is a great place to go shopping and with the upscale food you have in your belly, you will want to walk around the shops. This should make it rather easy for you and your family to book a great trip because you can finally get a chance to walk through the town and know you are not only doing some excellent window shopping, but also be going to have a great time looking at the boho-chic clothing shops.
Finally, if you are a fan of architecture, even with the revitalization of the area, you will notice it still holds onto the charm of the homes. These homes have a lot of the Spanish architecture type of designs that everyone is going to like because it is not a style that is seen all over the place. These homes are going to look great and often will allow you to feel amazed at their appearance, what is even better is the homeowners, for the most part, are used to seeing people marvel at the looks and styles of the homes.
Finding out about the different neighborhoods around Orlando is a good thing. However, what you will find is it can be a challenge to find all the right areas to enjoy. That is when you should learn about Thornton Park is a great area. Once you learn about the amazing shops, beautiful restaurants, and juice bars, but also the impressive architecture of the homes, it is easy to see why this area is so popular for visitors to go and see and enjoy for a day or two while in Orlando.
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by Elsa Soto | May 6, 2018 | Blog, News
Learn About The City Of Sanford FL – The Historic Waterfront Gateway City
Located in central Florida closer to the Atlantic Coast than the Gulf Coast is a beautiful city known as Sanford. Part of Seminole County, Sanford has a nickname: The Historic Waterfront Gateway. Its nickname is derived from its location along Lake Monroe. To help you get more familiar with the city of Sanford FL, let’s look at popular places of interest in the area.
Every city is built around a downtown area, and so perhaps the best place to start, is downtown Sanford. This historical area of the city is known for antique shops, brick streets, the Riverwalk and great places to eat. Not only will you find a nice German restaurant that the locals love, among other establishments, but there are often food trucks in the area, too. You can also check out the farmers market, and you can get a free trolley ride around the area as well. Check out the historic downtown area of Sanford as you get acquainted with the city.
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is another part of Sanford you need to see.
You are going to enjoy the natural wetlands and all the animals. If you have kids, they are certainly going to love the tropical splash playground. There are also shows that you can attend, an animal carousel for the kids, a zip line and a chance to feed the giraffes. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens located at 3755 NW US Highway 17 is a great place to visit to get to know the city of Sanford.
There are several neat gift and specialty shops that you might want to stop by as well.
The YES Magic Shop & Mystery of Magic School is one of those places of interest in Sanford. There is also Maya Books & Music, Magpies and the Park Avenue Popcorn Shoppe, among others. You might as well shop the gift and specialty stores that are in Sanford if you want to get the entire cultural experience while visiting the city.
While in the downtown area, you will have seen Lake Monroe and some of the natural beauty of Sanford on full display. However, another area you might want to visit is the Black Bear Wilderness area. The Black Bear Wilderness Area is located at 5298 Michigan Avenue, and it is an excellent place for nature walks, bird watching and seeing all kinds of other wildlife while experiencing the outdoors. You are going to be right on the river, too.
Sanford may not quite be on the Atlantic coast, but you can tell that you are going to have a great waterfront experience. It is easy to see why Sanford is nicknamed the Historic Waterfront Gateway city. Would you like to know what the #1 restaurant is in the city so that you can stop for a great bite to eat during your exploration? The top dining establishment is known as Hollerbach’s, and it is German restaurant mentioned earlier. Have an excellent adventure getting to know more about the city of Sanford FL.
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by Elsa Soto | May 6, 2018 | Blog, News
How Pine Hills Has Changed Over The Years
Pine Hills can be found in Orange County, Florida in the United States. As of the recent census of 2010, the area – which is close to Orlando was home to just over 60,000 people. It has grown significantly since then.
Although the community has been subject to decades of neglect and had gained a reputation for high levels of crime, there are several projects now underway aimed at revitalizing it. It also plays host to two parks and a number of High Schools, as well the Pine Hills Trail which is currently under development.
During the 1980’s Orlando began to surround the area as growth of the Orlando suburbs started to speed up. This led to many of the original families who has called Pine Hills home since its establishment in the early 1950’s to move to other suburbs. This was the beginning of a period of decline for Pine Hills – a process that speeded up during the 1990’s.
The decline was in part fueled not only by the relocation of many families but also the closure of the Silver Pine Country Club and the fact that the local Pine Hills mall lost several key long-term tenants. The shopping center was then converted into what was to become a strip mall with discount pricing – a development which further lowered property values. Pine Hills accommodation was to become characterized by low rent options – and much of the housing became government subsidized. A lack of attention and focus by the Orange County government saw crime levels steadily increase.
There are now calls by many property owners for the annexation of the area by Orlando.
The argument is that this would allow for better police services and other projects which could lead to the more rapid revitalization of Pine Hills. However, the idea has not been met with much enthusiasm by Orlando authorities – and given that Pine Hills has a reputation for drugs sales and high crime levels it does not seem as if this opinion will change in the short term.
However, there are glimmers of hope emerging from the gloom that surrounds Pine Hills. The Orlando P.D. is cooperating closely with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to increase the number of police patrols in the area. This highly visible police presence does seem to be having some effect on crime levels.
There are other encouraging signs. The Maynard Evans High School’s main campus has been redeveloped, and a number of elementary schools have been supplied with the latest technology when they too were reconstructed.
There are also high hopes for the future due in part to the development of a strategic plan for Pine Hills which would see continued efforts to rebuild infrastructure and provide additional services to residents. The ‘Pine Hills Land Analysis and Strategic Plan’ has seen a number of initiatives being launched, and there has also been an effort to revitalize the business district of Pine Hills – efforts which seem to be bearing fruit.
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by Elsa Soto | May 6, 2018 | Blog, News
Discover Pine Castle Florida
When you are near Orlando, just like most major cities, you will notice the place has several locations around it that are smaller towns. This is going to make it a great trip to take, but it will also make it easier for you to have a great vacation as well because it means you do not have to stay in the city proper if you do not want to. One of those towns that is near Orlando, just a few miles South of Orlando proper, is Pine Castle Florida. Since this is a great place, we are going to share some of the information about the location for you to see why you should either consider moving here or staying here.
The history of Pine Castle is going to be a little bit odd for some people.
The area is still relatively young in terms of age as it was founded in 1870. This does not mean the area has not really grown much, but it will make it easier for you to know that this place is one that you are going to love because the youthful vitality of the region will help out quite a bit in making you feel good about the area.
Now, you may think since this is a little town that it is an incorporated area. However, this place is one that was incorporated in 1925. The residents, though, must have gotten tired of having to keep up with the requirements as they would disband from the incorporated area just a mere five years later in 1930 and have not looked back since.
This is also one of the major employers for people to work at in the area. As an interesting side note this is an airport that before it became a civilian airport was one the United States Air Force was using. This was used by Bell Aircraft to test the X-1 supersonic rockets before use. This would help the company out in developing this in secret because at the time the city of Orlando and Pine Castle was much smaller and people would have noticed if someone was going to stand out.
Learning about some of the towns around Orlando is a good thing. However, what you will find is it can be challenging at times to find the right town or place to stay in. This is when you should know about the little-unincorporated town of Pine Castle. Once you have learned about this place, it will be very easy for you to see this as a great area to travel to, but with the International Airport being so close by it will be easy for you to have a great trip here as well.
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by Elsa Soto | May 6, 2018 | Blog, News
Is Park Lake Highland One Of The Best Places To Live In Orlando – Florida?
Florida attracts visitors from all over the United States and in fact the globe. Great weather (it’s known as the Sunshine State for good reason), fantastic leisure opportunities and miles of beaches, as well as other natural attractions make it the perfect place for vacation.
But it’s not only vacationers who find Florida and its surrounding areas attractive. The state also attracts those who want to set up a permanent home – and one of the best places to do so is Park Lake Highland.
Park Lake Highland was voted by the ‘Niche’ website as simply the best place to live in the Orlando area.
There are many reasons for this including outstanding natural beauty and both shopping and entertainment options that contribute to an exceptional quality of life.
One of the reasons that this area offers such a great way of life is the mixture of lakefront homes built in traditional clapboard styles and a stunning backdrop of the Orlando city skyline. Another attraction is the Lake Highland Prep School, a private educational institution that has a reputation as one of the finest in Florida.
There are also other factors that make Florida such an attractive place to live and play, such as the fact that residents can enjoy the fabulous weather while exploring the area on some great (and safe) walking and hiking trails.
The well known Urban Trail is enjoyed by bikers and joggers as it winds for 2.6 miles among lakes with great wildlife spotting opportunities. The trail also offers those enjoying its scenic length to access a large number of recreational areas – as well as some of the more interesting cultural attractions in the area – including Loch Haven Park at the trail end. Loch Haven is home to a well-respected science center, a number of museums, and performing arts venues.
Great restaurants, bars, and shopping opportunities abound. Take for instance one of the best BBQ destinations in the area – Pig Floyd’s where customers can enjoy great value and fabulous pulled pork, ribs, and some particularly fine tacos and brisket, along with such treats as bento boxes.
Park Lake Highland is also next to the rapidly gentrifying area of Ivanhoe Village.
Here those in search of collectibles and antiques will find something that will suit every taste and pocketbook. For those who want to take in some fantastic lake views then dinner at Mesa 21 Mexican restaurant is a great choice. Try the Jicama Dynamite Shrimp Tacos for a taste explosion or dive into some delicious tostadas.
For something a little more laid back visit Lucky Lure which is just about as close to a beach bar as anything that you will find in Central Florida. A great cocktail menu and frosty beers get the nod from locals and visitors alike.
The Mills 50 District is also part of the evening scene with a huge variety of some of the areas best dining destinations and a scattering of great bars.
Park Lake Highland is a favourite for those who want to call Central Florida their home – and with the wealth of attractions and the great lifestyle, it’s not difficult to see why.
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That is because this is a great place to go shopping and with the upscale food you have in your belly, you will want to walk around the shops. This should make it rather easy for you and your family to book a great trip because you can finally get a chance to walk through the town and know you are not only doing some excellent window shopping, but also be going to have a great time looking at the boho-chic clothing shops.
