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/*
Program: a1villa_florida.js
Author: James Whitfield
Date: Early 2003
Description:
Shows information and times for florida sites, along with details of which
villa resorts are in which sector around the Walt Disney World Resort area.
Amendments:
18/03/07 JJW Included 'drivetime' and corrected from Google Maps.
16/07/09 JJW Revamped for new website.
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function floridainfo(floridalocation) {
switch(floridalocation) {
case "Captiva & Sanibel" :
distance = 187;
drivetime = "4 hours via US-27";
details = "Neighbouring resort islands, connected to the mainland by a 3 mile causeway. " +
"The islands are unspoilt and lush and much of the area is preserved as wildlife sanctuaries. " +
"Sanibel is considered one of the best beaches in the world to collect shells, where many " + "visitors can be seen with the 'Sanibel Stoop' (as they bend over to pick them up!). " +
"The pace is slow and casual, making these ideal places to unwind and relax." ;
break;
case "Clearwater" :
distance = 93;
drivetime = "90 minutes via I-4";
details = "Boasting 360 days sunshine a year, this is a beach-lovers paradise " +
"In fact, the sugary white sand at Sand Key has been voted one of America's top ten beaches! " +
"Although popular for its water activities (which include dolphin watch cruises and manatee sightings), " +
"Clearwater also has a selection of shopping malls and numerous restaurants. 3 miles north is " +
"the small 'Scottish' town of Dunedin, which hosts it's own Highland Games in March and April."
break;
case "Daytona Beach" :
distance = 82;
drivetime = "90 minutes via I-4";
details = "Home of the Daytona 500 and speedway, this is a must for all racing fans. " +
"February is the height of the racing season and is very busy - especially when it comes " +
"to the strip and beach. During Spring Break, this is a favourite " +
"with American students and can get very lively. Apart from its associations with cars, Daytona " +
"has to offer excellent beaches (some of which you can drive on), a water-park and is only " +
"1 hour from Orlando."
break;
case "Fort Lauderdale" :
distance = 201;
drivetime = "3 hours via Florida Turnpike";
details = "Once known as the 'Venice of America' because of its network of waterways and lagoons, " +
"Fort Lauderdale has recently undergone a beautification programme. This has resulted in a vast " +
"number of chic restaurants and upscale shopping. The miles of sun-drenched beaches have also " +
"been improved with the inclusion of pedestrian promenades, sidewalk cafes and bars. Just west, " +
"is the Sawgrass Mill shopping mall and entertainment centre, which is the largest in Florida.";
break;
case "Jacksonville" :
distance = 169;
drivetime = "3 hours via I-4 & I-95";
details = "One of the oldest cities in Florida and at 730 square miles, Jacksonville is also " +
"the largest in the US. " +
"Divided by St Johns River, the city has many attractions on or near the riverbanks - some " +
"of which are reached by water taxi. " +
"20 miles east of the city are Jacksonville Beaches, including Atlantic Beach, a favourite surfing area."
break;
case "Key Largo" :
distance = 285;
drivetime = "5 hours via Florida Turnpike and US-1";
details = "The largest in the chain, Key Largo is the first island that you will enter from the mainland. " +
"Considered one of the best diving areas in the world is the John Pennekamp Coral Reef " +
"State Park, with its 78 square miles of coral reefs and mangrove swamps. It is also America's " +
"first undersea park, although you don't have to dive to enjoy it. " +
"For a bit of nostalgia and romance, take a ride on the actual 'African Queen' boat from the movie."
break;
case "Key West" :
distance = 382;
drivetime = "7 hours via Florida Turnpike and US-1";
details = "This sub-tropical, lively island city with a laid-back atmosphere is at the very end of the " +
"Florida Keys. Measuring only 2 miles by 4 miles, this is the closest point in the USA to Cuba " +
"and is a popular port for cruise ships. Key West is reached by the single-lane US1 highway, " +
"crossing numerous Keys and including the impressive Seven Mile Bridge. Once there, visit " +
"Hemmingway House, join the crowds at Mallory Square to watch the sunset and then see the " +
"night away at Sloppy Joe's bar.";
break;
case "Miami" :
distance = 223;
drivetime = "3 hours 30 minutes via Florida Turnpike";
details = "The gateway to South America, Miami is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with a Latin flavour. The " +
"metropolis incorporates the tourist friendly art-deco South Beach and Miami Beach districts, " +
"with their miles of blinding white beaches. Nightlife is abundant. With many celebrities " +
"owning bars and clubs in the area, this is definitely the place to be seen! The Port of Miami is " +
"a favourite for cruises around the Caribbean, Mexico and beyond.";
break;
case "Naples" :
distance = 189;
drivetime = "3 hours 30 minutes via US-27 and I-75";
details = "This thriving and chic town is filled with tree-lined boulevards and fast becoming the " +
"gulf coast version of Palm Beach. Bordering on the Everglades National Park, Naples has many " +
"fine restaurants and upscale shopping areas, with wonderful stretches of palm fringed beaches. " +
"For golfers, it boasts the highest number of courses per capita in the US although other sports " +
"including tennis are also well catered for.";
break;
case "Orlando" :
distance = 27;
drivetime = "30 minutes via I-4";
details = "Although a vibrant financial city in its own right, Orlando is actually a few miles north of the " +
"tourist areas and attractions associated with it. Generally, very few tourists will venture " +
"north of International Drive, unless visiting the huge shopping malls or one of the many museums " +
"within the city. The area is serviced by two international airports, Sanford to the North and " +
"Orlando to the South-East.";
break;
case "Pensacola" :
distance = 467;
drivetime = "7 hours via Florida Turnpike, I-75 and I-10";
details = "Located in the North-West Panhandle, this area has more in common with the Deep South than Florida. " +
"Pensacola is a historic city, which has previously been under the control of five nations. " +
"This is reflected " +
"in the sights and architecture of its three distinct European influenced districts - all of which " +
"are easy to explore. " +
"The climate is more temperate, with the high-season being Spring Break and the summer months."
break;
case "Port Canaveral" :
distance = 66;
drivetime = "60 minutes via SR-528";
details = "With the exception of the beach at Discovery Cove, Cocoa Beach is the easiest to get to " +
"from Orlando. Merely jump on the 528 Beeline Expressway and carry on for 45 minutes. " +
"The other big attraction is NASA's Kennedy Space Center. This is where the Space Shuttle " +
"is launched from and offers visitors the chance to see space travel close up. " +
"Port Canaveral is where you will find Disney cruise ships bound for the Bahamas and Caribbean.";
break;
case "St Augustine" :
distance = 130;
drivetime = "2 hours 15 minutes via I-4 and I-95";
details = "St Augustine claims to be the oldest city in the US and as such, has a wealth of historic " +
"buildings and attractions, combined with frequent re-enactments. In fact, there are over " +
"144 blocks of houses on the National Register of Historic Places alone! Notwithstanding, " +
"there are still over 40 miles of beaches on two barrier islands just to the east of the city.";
break;
case "St Petersburg" :
distance = 91;
drivetime = "90 minutes via I-4 and I-275";
details = "Probably the liveliest resort on the Pinellas Suncoast, St Petersburg is described as a bright, " +
"attractive and happening city. The primary attraction is the wide expanse of beaches, which " +
"have won the 'Blue Wave Award' for cleanliness and safety. The city itself has a downtown area " +
"providing shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as a cultural area, hosting the valuable " +
"Salvador Dali Museum. "
break;
case "Tallahassee" :
distance = 274;
drivetime = "4 hours via Florida Turnpike, I-75 and I-10";
details = "The state capital maintains a tranquil atmosphere very different to that of the sun-and-surf " +
"of the southern coastal resorts. Within the city, there are striking contrasts between modern " +
"skyscrapers and tree-lined avenues. The majority of sites on the 'Historic Trail' can be " +
"viewed on foot, but a free trolley service runs continuously. Like St Augustine, there is a " +
"wealth of Floridian history available, only this time, without the beaches!";
break;
case "Tampa" :
distance = 69;
drivetime = "75 minutes via I-4";
details = "Tampa Bay is Florida's second largest metro area, offering excellent shopping and " +
"nightlife that can even rival Miami's South Beach after sunset. For the thrill-seekers, Tampa " +
"is home of 'Busch Gardens' (white-knuckle rides with an African wilderness feel) and " +
"'Adventure Island' (water park). Both parks are twinned with SeaWorld and can be included " +
"in the Orlando FlexTicket. Tampa makes an excellent day-out being just 90 minutes drive down I-4."
break;
default :
distance = -1;
alert("Unknown location '" + floridalocation + "'");
}
if (distance > -1) {
document.getElementById("idLocation").innerHTML = floridalocation;
document.getElementById("idDistanceFrom").innerHTML = "Distance from Indian Wells: " + distance + " miles";
document.getElementById("idDriveTime").innerHTML = "Approx. " + drivetime + "";
document.getElementById("idDetails").innerHTML = "" + details + "
";
}
}
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