Central Florida

Walt Disney World Orlando

Central Florida is a favorite destination for visitors due to the theme parks, NASCAR races, natural springs, golf courses, and the NASA facilities that put a man on the moon.

An Introduction to the Region of Central Florida

East Central Florida (Brevard County, Lake County (Florida)) Ranges from the theme parks in the center of the state to the Atlantic coast.

West Central Florida (Citrus County, Hernando County, Hillsborough County (Florida)) Stretches from the Gulf Coast inland. May also be referred to as the Suncoast or the Tampa Bay area.

I-4 Corridor The I-4 corridor overlaps the above and links the major population centers of Central Florida, stretching from Daytona Beach on the Atlantic coast, southwest through DeLand, Seminole County, Orlando, Lakeland, and into Tampa.

Cities

• Bradenton GPS 27.483333,-82.583333
• Cape Canaveral GPS 28.46,-80.53 - Home of the Kennedy Space Center and Port Canaveral
• Clearwater GPS 27.973611,-82.764167 - Offers miles of beautiful beaches
• Cocoa Beach GPS 28.151944,-80.595 - Beach community near Kennedy Space Center
• Daytona Beach GPS 29.19,-81.089444 - Home of Daytona International Speedway
• Kissimmee GPS 28.2948,-81.4064 - Spring Training home of the Houston Astros
• Orlando GPS 28.537653,-81.379644 - Home of Universal Studios and SeaWorld
• Ormond Beach GPS 29.286389,-81.075 - Offers miles of beautiful beaches and home to Tomoka State Park
• Saint Petersburg (Florida) | Saint Petersburg GPS 27.773056,-82.64 - Home to Major League Baseball's Tampa Bay Rays
• Tampa GPS 27.968056,-82.476389 - Home of Busch Gardens Theme Park

More Destinations

• Anna Maria Island GPS 27.513,-82.719
• Canaveral National Seashore GPS 28.4603,-80.4637
• Disney World GPS 28.385233,-81.563874
• Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge GPS 28.516667,-80.666667 - in Titusville (Florida) | Titusville.
• Ocala National Forest GPS 29.064379,-81.533291

Central Florida is home to many natural springs. Many have been incorporated into state parks. The springs are great during the summer months because the water stays at a constant F72 and the water is perfect for cooling off. Many visitors also go to the springs to spot manatees and alligators and to go boating. Some of the more popular natural springs destinations are listed:

• Alexander Springs GPS 29.071111,-81.470278 - Lake County
• Blue Spring GPS 28.948056,-81.34 - Volusia County
• DeLeon Springs GPS 29.14,-81.368889 - Volusia County
• Juniper Springs GPS 29.183889,-81.711944 - Lake County
• Rock Springs GPS 28.715,-81.45 - Lake County
• Weeki Wachee Springs GPS 28.5175,-82.5725 - Hernando County
• Wekiva Springs GPS 28.77,-81.501111 - Orange County

Talk

English is the official language of the state. However and the Spanish language is making inroads throughout the state. Native-born Floridians will speak in a southern accent. However, after the migration of millions of Americans from other states to Florida and the southern dialect is becoming diluted with other accents.

How to travel to Central Florida

Fly to Central Florida

Orlando International Airport hotel rooms - Full sized Hotel, with all anemnities and services, directly within Orlando International Airport itself.

• Orlando International Airport (IATA Flight Code: MCO) - airport closest to Disney World and the surrounding attractions in East Central Florida. Located south of Downtown Orlando, this airport offers vehicle rentals and free shuttles to Disney World for visitors.
• Tampa International Airport (IATA Flight Code: TPA) - airport closest to the beaches of the Gulf coast and Busch Gardens in West Central Florida.
• Daytona Beach Int'l Airport (IATA Flight Code: DAB) - airport closest to the beaches of the East coast in East Central Florida.

Be aware that there are more airports throughout Central Florida which may get you closer to your destination; watch for these smaller airports while researching your destination.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Central Florida

Coastal city's have excellent year-round marina facilities, often serving large, luxury yachts. Port Canaveral on the Atlantic Coast and Tampa Bay on the Gulf Coast serve as cruise ports.

Travel by train to Central Florida

• AMTRAK Silver Star & Silver Meteor (Trains 91-92) and (Trains 97-98) respectively - serve Central Florida, both of which begin in New York and end in Miami. The two routes stop at the following stations in Central Florida: DeLand, Winter Park (Florida) | Winter Park, Orlando, Kissimmee, Lakeland, Tampa, and Winter Haven.
• Amtrak Auto Train offers service with its southern terminus in Sanford (Florida) | Sanford, about halfway between Daytona Beach and Orlando. The Amtrak Auto Train carries passengers and automobiles between Sanford and Lorton, Virginia, effectively serving as a car-rail link to Florida from the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. You can easily drive your vehicle to your destination in Central Florida after departing from the Auto Train.

Travel on a Bus in Central Florida

Central Florida is served by Greyhound Bus Lines, which has scheduled stops in Orlando and other city's. The Greyhound routes connect with other major city's in the United States.

How to travel to Central Florida by car

• I-95 runs north-south along the Atlantic coast throughout the entire Central Florida region. It connects with Jacksonville to the north and Miami to the south.
• I-75 runs north-south through the middle-west of Central Florida, and connects to Ocala to the north, and Fort Myers in Southwest Florida.

How to get around In Central Florida

How to travel to Central Florida by car

• Interstate 4 spans nearly the entire Central Florida region, stretching from Daytona Beach, through Orlando, and ending in Tampa.
• The Florida Turnpike connects South Florida with Orlando's theme parks.

Travel by train to Central Florida

• Commuter Rail - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in cooperation with local government officials in Orange, Seminole, Volusia and Osceola counties and the federal government, are working on a mile 61 commuter rail project, using existing Amtrak and CSX freight rail lines. The commuter rail line will roughly parallel Interstate 4, and is projected to start service in 2010.

Travel on a Bus in Central Florida

• LYNX - Public transportation by Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority. With the main hub centered on Orlando, bus service provided in Osceola, Orange, and Seminole Counties. Some buses link to neighboring counties. Service to Disney World is available.
• SCAT - Public Transportation by Space Coast Area Transit, offers bus service around Brevard County.
• VOTRAN - Volusia County Transportation service. Offers buses, shuttles, special services for the disabled and elderly. Connection offered with LYNX to reach Orlando.
• I-Ride Trolley - Public transportation by .. If you're looking to ride up and down International drive thit is one of the best offers! The busses offer many stops up and down International drive, especially if you plan on visiting Sea World! For about $2.00 for adults, $1.00 for kids and only $0.25 for seniors its extremely affordable, especially if you don't plan on renting a car. However, keep in mind, that the trollies only run until 10:30PM, so if you're a late bird be sure to plan!

What to see in Central Florida

FL-PonceInletLighthouse - Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse in Ponce Inlet

• Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral
• Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach
• Cirque Du Soleil: La Nouba - a breath-taking theatrical performance in Lake Buena Vista
• Arabian Nights - An enchanted dinner show in Kissimmee
• Florida Lighthouses are numerous and beautiful, take some time to visit these iconic images of the coast.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Central Florida

• Visit Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista
• Get splashed by Shamu at SeaWorld in Orlando
• Ride the tallest roller coasters in Florida at Busch Gardens in Tampa
• Ride your favorite movies at Universal Studios in Orlando
• Explore Legoland Florida in Winter Haven.
• Go to the beach! Soak up rays or try surfing in Daytona Beach, Cocoa Beach, Clearwater, or Melbourne Beach
• Visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventure in Orlando. If you are in the area thit is a must see. This attraction is like no other! Keep in mind that it is a narrow part of the part, so they limit crowding during peak months and strollers, wheelchairs or walkers may be difficult to navigate. None of the rides in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter allows bags or carry-ons however; each ride provides free lockers outside of the attractions for the duration of your ride. If you don't mind not sitting with your party or going on a ride alone, use the single rider line and the wait is always shorter. Don't forget to try a Buttersoft drinks, it's the only section of the both parks that offers the refreshing frozen or non-frozen treat.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Central Florida

With two coastlines, seafood is extremely popular in Central Florida. Some favorite dishes in the area include:

• Conch (pronounced "conk") - These chewy clams are served tenderized with lime juice, raw, and chopped in salad. Also chopped, breaded, and fried as conch fritters and in conch chowder (usually red and spicy).
• Mahi Mahi - A firm, white fleshed fish; delicious when served grilled, blackened or Cajun-style.
• Grouper - One of the mildest fishes available; served fried, blackened, broiled, or grilled as an entree. Fried grouper sandwiches are also popular.
• Yellowfin Tuna - A firm, flavorful semi-dark Meat fish often served grilled, broiled, or blackened.
• Florida Lobster - Known as a spiny lobster and the Florida lobster has no claws like Maine lobster. Florida lobster tails are broiled and served with melted butter.

All the counties throughout Central Florida are "wet" counties. Alcoholic beverages are sold in both taverns and stores. The Florida State Alcoholic Beverage Control (Police) frequently conduct raids for underage drinking in tourist areas, particularly during Spring Break. There are places in the area for clubbing mainly in Orlando and the beach tourist areas. There are also many biker bars around the area because of periodic motorcycle rallies.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Central Florida

• North Florida has America's oldest city, St. Augustine
• South Florida is home to the Everglades National Park|Everglades and the Florida Keys

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