We are located in Florida, between Ocala and Leesburg, approximately one hour northwest of Orlando or an hour and a half from Tampa. We have a shuttle to and from the Orlando airport (click here) or you can rent a car for the duration of your trip here.
You can stay at the Mariott at Spanish SpringsTown Center - Alonzo Dr., short walk to workshop, 352-753-8686 ($79 includes extended continental breakfast, MUST talk to hotel, not reservation ctr, tell them 'Preferred Rate' for art workshop student) or at the Waterfront Inn - short drive to workshop ($85 special for art students includes continental breakfast -any problem ask for Jan group sales) at our newest town center.
From either hotel you can walk to restaurants, movies, and shops, and we can help you with transportation to classes if needed. And, there is dancing every night in the town centers! Check us out at thevillages.com .