Stress-Free Vacations

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Stress-Free Vacations (NAPSA)—There are ways to make your vacation seem like less work. Destinations such as Orlando have workedto offer travelers new ways to shed stress and rejuvenate. The area is now home to numerous full-service salons and spas, including Canyon Ranch SpaClub at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center; Wyndham Palace Resort & Spa; Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa; The Greenhouse Spa at the Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort; and the Papillion Spa at Westgate Lakes. In summer 2003, a 40,000 square-foot spa, Orlando’s largest, will open at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando at Grande Lakes Orlando. Quickly growing into one of the United States’ top retail shopping markets, Orlando enhanced its “retail therapy” options with the October opening of The Mall at Millenia featuring luxury retailers such as Neiman Marcus and Tiffany & Co. Orlando also has a variety of natural, cultural and historical offerings. Many visitors are surprised to learn that the city is home to approximately 20 museums and galleries, as well as a professional ballet, philharmonic orchestra, opera, Shakespearefestival and dozensof theaters. Cultural festivals abound each year as well, including the Florida Film Festival, and the Orlando International Fringe Festival, a 10-day celebration of theatrical and performingarts. Se ran FAY, . ta Dane —_ s T 3 Visitors can find rest and reju- venation at world-class spas in Orlando. Fine dining can be key toa rewarding and relaxing vacation, and Orlando delivers gourmet cuisine, great views and excellent service at a variety of restaurants. At Manuel’s on the 28th, diners can enjoy a bird’s-eye view of downtown Orlando, and indulge in contemporary game and seafood specialties. At the California Grill in Disney’s Contemporary Resort, visitors catch a spectacular view of the nightly Magic Kingdom fireworks show. Delfino Riviera at the Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort serves fine Italian cuisine along with a breathtaking view of the Portofino harbor. For more information or to order a free vacation planningkit, visit orlandoinfo.com or call 1-800-5510181. While in Orlando,visitors are encouraged to stop by the Official Visitor Center located at 87238 International Drive, at the southeast corner of International Drive and Austrian Row.