The Sunshine Challenge is a 2-day event combining a wide variety of activities during a long weekend starting Thursday, Nov. 18th. The location is the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites across from Universal Orlando at 5905 Kirkman Road, Orlando 32819.  

Room rates are extremely reasonable for the area at $79 per night for up to 4 people. Deluxe Guest Rooms are available at a discounted rate of $119 for 1 Bedroom Suite and $169 for 2 Bedroom Suite. All events except the pub-crawl take place at the Holiday Inn.  Stay where the action is. Make your room reservations early by calling 1-800-327-1364. Rooms are blocked until October 25th.  Be sure to mention Sunshine Challenge to get the special rate.  Holiday Inn website is www.hiuniversal.com

The Orlando area offers an array of activities for the whole family. Participants often bring along their families for a vacation and the hotel is ideally located to visit many of the major attractions. Hotel's direct number 407-351-3333. Remember pet friendly hotel.