City of Kissimmee , United States

Visit City of Kissimmee

Kissimmee is a city in Osceola County, Florida. It is the county seat of Osceola County. The area was originally named Allendale, after Confederate Major J. H. Allen who operated the first cargo steamboat along the Kissimmee River - the Mary Belle. It was renamed Kissimmee when incorporated as a city in 1883. The name, Kissimmee, came from 'Cacema', a Native American name meaning 'long water'. It’s defined by its proximity to the region’s multitude of amusement parks, including the massive Walt Disney World Resort complex.

Featured Experiences

Featured Travel Stories

- Small ship cruising is bigger than ever, and one company specializes in yachts under two brands: Scenic and Emerald. But which is best for you? It is, you might say, like...

read more
VIDEO: Scenic or Emerald? Which of These Sister Yacht Cruises is Best for You?
Sea & Sand

Get In the Know About the Islands of Italy

- Travel beyond ‘the boot’ to Italy’s inspiring islands. With thousands of miles of Mediterranean coastline, some of the best Italian destinations are floating dramatically offshore,... read more

Outdoor Activities

New National Park in the Caribbean is the Seahorse Capital of the World

Bahamas - Of all the creatures of the oceans, seahorses may be one of the most magical and endearing. And now, a new maritime preserve in the... read more

Adventure

You Can Join the Biggest Search for Scotland's Loch Ness Monster in Half a Century

Scotland - Scotland’s most famous legend… may not remain a mystery for much longer. A new Loch Ness Centre at the famous lake in the Scottish Highlands is... read more