Kissimmee Life and Visitor Travel Tips

(Kissimmee, Florida - FL, USA)



Kissimmee has come a long way from the days when it wasn't much more than a farming city. Nowadays, this small city is a gateway to Orlando, with many tourists choosing to stay in the relative calm of Kissimmee and travel to Orlando for daytime or evening entertainment.

City life is relaxed and a noticeable holiday vibe is often present, due to the high numbers of seasonal tourists. In-depth information and travel tips for the area can be found in popular guide books, on the Internet and by calling the Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau.



Tourism and Tourist Information

The Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau is the city's official and best source of tourist information. Visitors to the city are recommended to contact the bureau for details of attractions, hotels and so on.

Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau
Address: 1925 East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, Florida FL, 34744, USA
Tel: +1 407 847 5000
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 17:00

Language

Over 300 languages are spoken in the USA, including over 170 that are indigenous to the area, with the most commonly spoken language being English. Many different nationalities are well represented in the state of Florida, in the city of Kissimmee and throughout America.

Visas

Prior to your arrival in Kissimmee, make sure you check with your nearest consulate or embassy to find out if you need a visa for travel to the USA. Visa applications should be made well in advance.

Working

A range of non-immigrant visas are available for those hoping to work in Kissimmee and the USA temporarily. Working without a visa is against the law in America and strict penalties are always enforced. Those intending to work in Kissimmee should apply for the relevant visa in their home country and may require additional paperwork from their prospective Florida employer.

Currency

Currency in circulation today in Kissimmee, Florida, is typical of the United States of America. The American dollar is the official currency of the USA and is also referred to as a 'buck'. Dollar bank notes are generally called bills and come in denominations of $1, $2 (unusual), $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. The dollar is divided into 100 cents and coins in Kissimmee come in denominations of 1 cent (penny), 5 cents (nickel), 10 cents (dime), 25 cents (quarter) and a 1 dollar coin.

Tipping

Tipping is commonplace throughout Florida and often expected, unless service has been extremely poor. Restaurants in Kissimmee usually expect a tip of around 10 or 20 percent, as do local taxi drivers. Many bars and cafés feature special tipping trays or jars on the counter. Hotel staff also expect to be tipped, which may be simply a dollar or more.

Smoking

When eating out at local eateries, you will find that most are now strictly 'no smoking'. Smoking is also no longer allowed on public transportation options in Florida.