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If you\u2019re looking for a break that includes sun, warmth, and loads of fun around every turn, you\u2019ll want to make sure you consider Orlando. It\u2019s a fun, interesting place with plenty of history and little-known Orlando trivia<\/strong>\u00a0you\u2019ll love to discover during about your home away from home. Once you know a little more about your destination, pack your bags and get ready for fun!<\/p>\n

The Name<\/h2>\n

Like many towns and cities across the country, Orlando wasn\u2019t always Orlando. The town was originally named Jernigan, after its first permanent resident, Aaron Jernigan. The name change was made six years later, but local lore offers several explanations. It may be named after a man killed in the Seminole Wars, or another man named Mr. Orlando \u2013 who was passing through in search of oxen. Others says it\u2019s named after an assistant to politician Judge Speer, or due to Speer\u2019s love of Shakespeare\u2019s \u201cAs You Like It\u201d \u2013 and the play\u2019s character named Orlando.<\/p>\n

Orlando Nicknames<\/h2>\n

Just as the city changed its official name from Jernigan to Orlando, it has several nicknames. The city has been known as \u201cCity Phenomenal\u201d, and \u201cCity of Light,\u201d as well as \u201cThe City Beautiful.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sinkholes<\/h2>\n

The area is a \u201cperfect\u201d environment for the phenomenon. The city\u2019s geography of wetlands that include lakes and swamps, along with a mostly flat area make it low and wet. The bedrock is mostly porous limestone, making the area incredibly susceptible to sinkholes. One of Orlando\u2019s most well-known lakes, Lake Eola, is actually a giant sinkhole \u2013 with its deepest point measuring 80 feet.<\/p>\n

Orlando Trivia About Movies<\/h2>\n

Orlando and its surrounding area are some of the perfect backgrounds. You may recognize some parts of town as the setting for several major motion pictures. Passenger 57, D.A.R.Y.L., Jaws 3, My Girl, Parenthood, Problem Child 2, Dead Presidents, The Waterboy, Monster, Lethal Weapon 3 and many others were all filmed in Orlando. Another fun fact: the opening scene of Lethal Weapon 3 features the actual demolition of Orlando\u2019s old city hall building.<\/p>\n

Know More About Orlando Before You Arrive<\/h2>\n

You came to Orlando to explore and experience all the excitement, fun, rest, and relaxation. Knowing a little more about your vacation destination can make it just a little bit more fun and interesting. Enjoy an stress-free, worry-free stay when you book a vacation rental<\/a> with Tropical Escape Vacation Homes. Book a 2-bedroom unit for your smaller group of traveling companions or bring everyone together to learn some little-known facts about Orlando and book a 10-bedroom mansion! You\u2019ll have access to private outdoor spaces like a pool, balcony, or deck, and more. Make a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, then spread out in an open living area afterward.<\/p>\n

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