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tyson1212
07-02-2005, 00:16
can i walk to resataraunts from emerald island, or to the 192, also is there any sites with a map of emerald islands location on it.
linda allen
07-02-2005, 00:20
You can walk to the 192, it would probably take 10 - 15 minutes. You would come out by the splendid china dragon. I think the nearest restaurants are TGI Fridays and the Outback.
Newhomebuyer
07-02-2005, 01:02
Within walking distance are TGI Fridays, Outback steakhouse, Cracker Barrel, Red Lobster, Cracker Barrel, Carrabas, Taco Bell, Giordanos, and a Subway.
How practical that walk is will depend upon where your villa is within EI, what time of day it is and whether you tire easily of walking.
I would say that it will take longer than 10-15mins from most homes on EI.
I think it would be fine if you are either quite keen on walking or you only intend to go once or twice.
Tyson this is similar to your other thread.........
http://www.orlando-guide.info/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=17622&SearchTerms=emerald,island
I reckon that you would be better to bank on it taking at least 30 minutes to walk from EI to 192 especially with children. It's a fair old walk, even from the front gates.
Nostromo
07-02-2005, 10:47
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Newhomebuyer
Within walking distance are TGI Fridays, Outback steakhouse, Cracker Barrel, Red Lobster, Cracker Barrel, Carrabas, Taco Bell, Giordanos, and a Subway.
How practical that walk is will depend upon where your villa is within EI, what time of day it is and whether you tire easily of walking.
I would say that it will take longer than 10-15mins from most homes on EI.
I think it would be fine if you are either quite keen on walking or you only intend to go once or twice.
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I agree with Newhomebuyer. "Walking Distance" in the US is often considerably longer than what it appears to be at first. The Americans are so used to driving for most things that there is seldon the convenient 'shop around the corner' that is so common in the UK. From what I observed, it would take some walking to reach the shops and restaurants along the US192 even from its own villa communities like EI.
Cruella DeVilla
07-02-2005, 12:47
Check with the villa owner, they will be happy to supply that sort of info.
jolliffee
09-02-2005, 12:22
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Cruella DeVilla
Check with the villa owner, they will be happy to supply that sort of info.
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Tyson you need to check back with the owner, they will know if it is practical to walk, and therefore be able to advise you.
ujpest doza
11-02-2005, 16:55
As an example, i asked Yahoo maps for directions from where we are staying in Emerlad Island (probably 1st street you reach from 192)to the Outback Steakhouse and this is what it says :-
Starting from: xxxx **** ****** Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Arriving at: Outback Steakhouse 7804 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747-1735
Distance: 2.0 miles Approximate Travel Time: 5 mins
5 Minutes in the car, but i would say 2 miles would take at least 30 minutes to walk (yomp!) which would equate to a bit longer in 90F degree heat and humidity. A 4 mile round trip!
IMO Too Far! Drive there and if you want a drink have a drink when you come back home.
Incidentally, Yahoo Maps gives you the facility to show shops, hotels, restaurants, gas stations etc on their maps in a x Mile radius.
Nostromo
11-02-2005, 17:07
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by ujpest doza
As an example, i asked Yahoo maps for directions from where we are staying in Emerlad Island (probably 1st street you reach from 192)to the Outback Steakhouse and this is what it says :-
Starting from: xxxx **** ****** Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Arriving at: Outback Steakhouse 7804 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747-1735
Distance: 2.0 miles Approximate Travel Time: 5 mins
5 Minutes in the car, but i would say 2 miles would take at least 30 minutes to walk (yomp!) which would equate to a bit longer in 90F degree heat and humidity. A 4 mile round trip!
IMO Too Far! Drive there and if you want a drink have a drink when you come back home.
Incidentally, Yahoo Maps gives you the facility to show shops, hotels, restaurants, gas stations etc on their maps in a x Mile radius.
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Well put UD. I always found that the Americans understandably have difficulty is quoting walking distances in built-up areas. The distances are invariably more than what we are used to in the UK and the "shop around the block" might actually be a couple of miles away. That's why most people use cars, even though it seems a bit OTT to us for having to drive to grab today's newspaper or a pint of milk.
In sharp contrast, ask any American Park Ranger or even passer-by the time it takes to hike through a marked nature trail and they come up with an answer that is as close to exact as one can get.
Newhomebuyer
11-02-2005, 19:50
There are a number of homes in the Formosa area which are suitable to walk to and from the Boulevard because there are very good sidewalks in that particular area.
People often walk up to the shops in the morning or to the bars at Outback, Giordannos or Red Lobster in the evening.
A number of people who live in that area have bikes so that you can cycle there. Between Funie Steed Road and the 192 there are good sidewalks.
My son sometimes walks up there in the evening from our home on Acadia. It takes him about 20mins each way, strolling not rushing, but EI has such a long entrance drive and the estate now goes so far back I know it would take much longer. Mind you if you are staying on EI you have your own clubhouse and Tiki Bar so its not so necessary to go beyond the resort.
resorthomerentals
11-02-2005, 20:26
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Carla
I reckon that you would be better to bank on it taking at least 30 minutes to walk from EI to 192 especially with children. It's a fair old walk, even from the front gates.
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We clocked it with the car odometer last time out. It was 1.9 miles from the gates at EI to the 192, and our villa is another 1/2 mile from the gates. If the weather is favorable, it could be a nice walk. But during the heat of summer, it could be a very long hard walk for small children. Also keep in mind that you will need to walk past a constuction area with the new road going in between EI and Formosa Gardens Blvd.
ujpest doza
11-02-2005, 21:21
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Also keep in mind that you will need to walk past a constuction area with the new road going in between EI and Formosa Gardens Blvd.
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Can you give a bit more info about this?
I am staying in one of the townhouses that are right at the start (i think) of EI (overlook a pool).
Does this mean i will still be able to use both Entry point boulevard, Formosa gardens Boulevard and Lindfields boulevard to get there or are there restrictions?
jolliffee
11-02-2005, 23:13
A taxi over that distance would be afforable; if its being on the sherbert is what you are thinking of[drinkbeer]
BTW, if you like Japanese like we do, don't forget about the little Japanese restaurant in that shopping center right at Formosa Blvd and 192 (on the side close to Formosa Blvd.) We ate there 4 times in December, twice for lunch, twice for dinner. The sushi is fresh, the miso is very good, the lightly fried tofu is wonderful, the tempura is good, on and on. We thought is was a real find and very reasonable cost.
resorthomerentals
12-02-2005, 05:39
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by ujpest doza
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Also keep in mind that you will need to walk past a constuction area with the new road going in between EI and Formosa Gardens Blvd.
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Can you give a bit more info about this?
I am staying in one of the townhouses that are right at the start (i think) of EI (overlook a pool).
Does this mean i will still be able to use both Entry point boulevard, Formosa gardens Boulevard and Lindfields boulevard to get there or are there restrictions?
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When we were there in January there were no restrictions on accessing any of the roads you mentioned. The area has been cleared for the new toll road going in. Although there was no construction going on when we were there, it was obvious that there had been some large equipment clearing the area. There was no issue driving, I was just mentioning it as a caution if you plan on walking - any constuction area kicks up additional dust that could be bothersome.
jolliffee
12-02-2005, 21:15
I think we are having a conversation with ourselfs here; Tyson appears to have left us since he posted the question. You still with us Tyson??