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Orlando Named Top Destination in 2012

By Visit Orlando Staff on Dec. 28, 2011

Orlando is one of the world's top destinations for 2012, according to an article in CNN Travel.

Orlando is one of the world's top destinations for 2012, according to an article in CNN Travel. Based on recommendations from four of the world's top travel experts, the undiscovered Orlando and the vibrant food scene is a must-see. Robert Reid, U.S. Travel Editor for Lonely Planet, urged tourists to discover Orlando's popular lakes, museums and scenic neighborhoods, like the hidden, bohemian Milk District.

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