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Windsor Hills Resort

One of our favorite aspects of blogging about area vacation homes is getting a chance to visit so many of the nice resorts. One of our favorite resorts is Windsor Hills Resort in Kissimmee. Although the vacation rentals are certainly beautiful, the outstanding amenities puts this resort over the top. Indoors or outdoors due to weather, Windsor Hills is a great place to vacation.

Windsor Hills Resort Kissimmee Amenities

Although these Kissimmee vacation homes are fabulous, we often find that many of our guests comment about the many things to do at the resort. During the summer and during periods of rain, it’s nice to have a place to socialize and enjoy some fun. The Windsor Hills Resort clubhouse certainly fits the bill. Read More→

Guy Fawkes night is commemorated on Saturday evening, November 5th, 2011 in Central Florida beginning at 7.00 PM. The British cultural event in Florida includes food, shows and games along with an 8.00 PM bonfire lighting, and culminating with a 9.30 PM fireworks display.

This year Champions Resort will host the annual Guy Fawkes Night celebration in Kissimmee, Florida. The resort is located at 8660 West Irlo Bronson (West 192) in Kissimmee. There is a small entrance fee for both children and adults.

Guy Fawkes Night

British visitors staying in area Orlando vacation home rentals should make plans to attend this culturally important event. This is one of the top events in Kissimmee Fl.

Guy Fawkes Night Kissimmee celebrates the historical date of November 5th, 1605 when a man named Guy Fawkes was stopped in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament. He had in his possession barrels of gunpowder with the intention of blowing up the British landmark.

Guy Fawkes and his eight co-conspirators were subsequently sentenced to death. In celebration of saving the Houses of Parliament and the safety of the King, bonfires were set to commemorate the day. Some 400 years later, this tradition is also typically celebrated with a spectacular fireworks display.

It is commonplace for children to make a Guy Fawkes effigy out of old clothing. The kids stuff the effigy with paper and straw which they subsequently place on the large bonfire parties.

With thousands of British tourists staying in area vacation rentalsand a huge area expat population in and around Central Florida, Guy Fawkes Night is a great way to enjoy a much awaited and observed British cultural tradition.