✈️I’m starting a 7 post series to highlight 7 U.S cities or states that I have been to and of course I have a mug ☕️ to prove it! I will also include a short description of the city/state with some worth travel information.

Let’s start with #1 🏖️ORLANDO, FLORIDA.

Besides Mickey and the thousands things to do there, what else is in Orlando?

Orlando History

Orlando’s history dates back to 1838 and the height of the Seminole Wars. The U.S. Army built Fort Gatlin south of the present day Orlando City limits to protect settlers from attacks by Indians.

By 1840, a small community had grown up around the Fort. It was known as Jernigan, named after the Jernigan family, who had established the first permanent settlement in the area. Jernigan had a post office, established May 30, 1850.

Six years later with the settlement expanding northward, the community officially changed its name to Orlando. In 1857, the U.S. Post Office adopted the name change. The Town of Orlando was incorporated in 1875 with 85 inhabitants, 22 of whom were qualified voters.

Source: City of Orlando website.

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The fun!

THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO

Whether it’s a trip for families, couples, single travelers or a group of friends, Orlando is the perfect destination thanks to wondrous diversity that ensures an unforgettable vacation filled with unique experiences for every visitor. In short, you’ll never run out of things to do in Orlando — and you’ll make a lifetime of cherished memories while you’re at it.

If thrill-seeking is your style, you won’t be able to get enough of our open-air theme parks, expansive water parks and amazing attractions. But there is much more for you to discover, including authentic neighborhoods, uplifting art, acclaimed dining, sensational shopping, wild ecotourism and other things you won’t want to miss. So, get out and explore it all — there’s no wrong way to experience Orlando.

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Source: Visit Orlando Website.

Have you been to Orlando yet?