Re: Summer 2017 | Page 68

Ten facts about... ORLANDO 2 1 According to Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s Trends Survey, Orlando is the second most popular domestic travel destination in the country (Las Vegas placed first). 3 There are now 20,000 to 25,000 vacation homes, villas and rental properties in Central Florida, mostly located near the theme parks. 66 Out of the estimated 50 million tourists who visit Orlando each year, over 2 million are international visitors, with the majority of foreign tourists coming from the United Kingdom. 4 The official nickname of the city of Orlando is “The City Beautiful,” although it is also known as “O-Town.”.