There are three major theme parks in Orlando: SeaWorld, Universal Studios Orlando, and Disney World. Of the three, Sea World is the one which generates the least amount of traffic; but in many visitors opinion, Sea World has more to offer and is the best family theme park.
Why is SeaWorld better? Simple, most families traveling to Orlando have smaller children, usually between the ages of 3 and 6 years old, and this theme park is more compact and smaller than Disney World. This is important since the average person at Disney World walks on average of more than 10 miles per day and all this walking can wear the little ones out. Secondly, Sea World is mostly comprised of shows so you almost never have to wait in long lines. This is a blessing especially if you have ever tried to keep a three year old in line for 45 minutes to ride one theme park ride. Thirdly, Orlando is hot especially in the summer, and Sea World has a cool feel to it. This is partly due to the fact that SeaWorld has so many lakes and partly due to the cool misting stations they have spread out across the theme park. Finally, Sea World Orlando has one of the best children's play area which is located directly behind Shamu's Stadium. In this play area Sea World has a few tame theme park rides which is safe for children three years old and up to ride. They have a great splash park and a huge playground and play set which stands over 40 feet tall.
Adults also love SeaWorld, since Anheuser Busch Corporation used to be the primary owners, there are plenty of adult activities to do. One of the neatest things to do is to see the Budweiser Clydesdale horses as well as the famous Budweiser Donkey. You can also go through a beer masters course to see how they make Budweiser beer, and almost anywhere in the park you can find a place selling cold beer.
SeaWorld was recently sold by Inbev Corporation to the Blackstone Group, and we are still uncertain about what changes the new owners plan to make. Since Blackstone Group is also part owner of Universal Studios Orlando, we expect a few changes but nothing major. If you are coming to Orlando we highly recommend spending at least a day at this great Orlando theme park.
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Unique and Interesting Orlando Hotels When planning a trip to Orlando, you'll be considering where to stay. There are thousands of Orlando hotels to choose from, each offering different amenities. You'll be able to find hundreds of familiar national chain hotels such as Hawthorn Suites, Days Inn, Staybridge, Clarion and Ramada Inns to choose from.
If you're looking for a hotel which has more character and offers more than just a place to rest your head for the night, consider a stay at one of these top Orlando resorts.
Gaylord Palms Hotel
6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL 34747 Tel: 407-586-2000
The Gaylord Palms is a huge resort hotel with an all-Florida theme. You can't mistake the Gaylord Palms Hotel, its' enormous glass atrium contains five hotel restaurants, a Haagen-Dazs ice cream shop and a Florida creek complete with real Florida wildlife!
Outside the hotel there are four swimming pools to choose from. Two of the pools are for families, with the popular giant green octopus waterslide and water fountains being the main attraction for children. There is a separate adults-only pool if you get tired of all the noise and excitement of the family pools. The South Beach style adult swimming pool has its' own pool-side snack bar serving refreshing cocktails, beer and wine.
The rooms at the Gaylord Palms are themed in either a Key West Island style, Old St Augustine or Everglades style. Some rooms will have atrium views, these rooms tend to be more expensive than non-atrium views. Bedrooms have in-room safe, wireless WiFi access, coffee maker and refrigerator.
The Gaylord Palms Hotel is perfectly located close to Orlando theme parks and attractions. It is 1.5 miles east of Disney's maingate and a 15 minute drive to SeaWorld, Wet N Wild Water Park, Universal Studios and Discovery Cove.
Hotel Highlights:-
Free shuttle transportation to Disney theme parks.
Four hotel pools to choose from.
Close to Disney World and a short drive to other Orlando theme parks.
Free WiFi access in the bedrooms and throughout the resort.
Kids sitting service.
Canyon Ranch Spa Club on-site
Mini-golf, croquet lawns and volleyball court on-site.
Peabody Orlando
9801 International Drive Orlando, Florida 32819 Tel: 407-352-4000
The Peabody Hotel in Orlando is one of just a handful of Peabody Hotels in the United States. The Peabody Orlando is a luxury hotel on International Drive, directly across from the Orange County Convention Center. You may have heard of this hotels' famous tradition - the March of the Peabody Ducks. Everyday at 11am and 5pm, the Peabody Ducks are led from their penthouse suite down the elevator, across the red carpet towards the fountains in the hotel lobby. Everyone stops to watch this funny spectacle!
The Peabody has excellent hotel facilities. Its' on-site restaurant, the B Line Diner, is open 24 hours a day. This 1950s style diner is a hit with locals as well-as hotel guests. It serves classic American favorties as well as some delicious desserts, cakes and coffees. You'll be able to work off any over indulgences at the Peabody Athletic Club. This club is voted one of the 10 best hotel gyms in the USA. You can work out at your own pace, or hire a fitness instructor. There are 17 Nautilus machines and well as cycling machines, stairmasters and treadmills. After all that exercise you can relax in the giant whirlpool spa.
There are many different room types to choose from, standard rooms through to Presidential suites.
Hotel Highlights
4 outdoor lighted tennis courts
Olympic sized outdoor swimming pool
Top on-site 1950s diner
Award winning fitness center
.....and the March of the Peabody Ducks of course!
Nickelodeon Hotel Orlando
14500 Continental Gateway Orlando, Florida 32821 Tel: 1-877-642-5111 or 407-387-5437
The Nickelodeon Hotel is a one of the Orlando resorts made with kids in mind! If you have younger children, the Nick Hotel is a great choice for your Orlando vacation. As its' name suggests, this hotel is totally Nickelodeon themed inside and out, kids love it! One of the great things about this hotel is that there are so many kids activities on-site included in the price. The main attraction at is the large outdoor water park filled with waterfalls, water slides, play areas and the daily 'sliming'!
The suites all have kitchenettes which are a great added extra for parents. Having a fridge, microwave and kitchen-ware makes it easy to keep snacks and drinks cool in your suite and save money on eating out for every meal.
At the Nick Hotel, kids will never get bored. There is a program of daily activities which take place inside and outside by the pool. It could be anything from arts and crafts, exercise classes, sports or even putting on a show later in the evening.
Hotel Highlights
On-site water park for Nick Hotel guests only.
Free daily shuttles to Disney theme parks, Universal Studios, SeaWorld and Wet N Wild water park.
Close to Disney theme parks, a short 15 minute drive to Universal Studios, SeaWorld and International Drive.
Free internet access and local telephone calls.
Free parking
Universal Studios Resort Hotels There are three 4 Diamond rated hotels located within Universal Orlando Resort: The Hard Rock Hotel, the Portofino Bay Hotel and the Royal Pacific Resort. Each of these quality resort hotels has its' own unique theme. There are some great benefits of staying on-site at Universal Studios theme park that you won't get when staying at any other Orlando resort.
The Hard Rock Hotel is perhaps the most recognized. Here you'll find the walls adorned with rock n roll memorabilia from some of music's great legends. The hotel is a large white Mediterranean-style building with a huge outside pool deck surrounded by palm trees. The Hard Rock Hotel is the least expensive of the three on-site hotels.
The Portofino Bay Hotel is the most luxurious hotel out of the three. Styled on the Italian port town of Portofino, this hotel is a world away from the busy, bustling theme parks of Universal Studios. The Portofino Bay Hotel is Italian themed throughout, with three on-site Italian restaurants, a marina with cafes, bars and cobbled streets.
The Royal Pacific Resort is themed on the South Pacific Islands. The focal point of this resort is the large lagoon pool area with white sandy beaches, palm trees and a white plane which forms part of a water slide. The hotel hosts special Saturday night Luaus. The Luaus are a South Pacific themed show with an all-you eat food buffet and drinks. Other resort amenities are 'Dive In' movie nights where a movie is played outside by the pool, a 5,000sq ft gym, croquet lawns, beach volleyball courts, ping pong tables and pool-side restaurants.
6300 Hollywood Way Orlando, FL 32819 Tel: 1-888-273-1311
Benefits of staying on-site at Universal Studios Hotels
Free transportation to Universal Studios theme parks and Universal CityWalk nightlife district. Free shuttles are provided everyday to hotel guests via either bus or water taxi. No need to drive or pay for parking for Universal Studios theme parks.
Kids sitting service and activities - all three resort hotels offer in-room kids sitting service and kids activities. Child sitting services do cost extra, but are a great way to have a night out at nearby Universal CityWalk without the kids in tow!
Free Express Passes for Universal Studios and Universal Islands of Adventure theme parks. Express Passes are like having a fast pass to the front of the line at Universal Studios rides and shows. At busy times, this can save hours of waiting in-line.
Pet friendly - all three Universal Studios hotels are pet friendly. There is a small one off charge for bringing your pet, but many types of small animals are welcome (birds, ferrets, cats, dogs, reptiles).
Free daily transportation to SeaWorld and Wet N Wild water park.
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Taking a vacation in Orlando, Florida this year is on the top of many peoples’ agenda for the upcoming New Year. With the cost of flights dropping daily this is the perfect time to stop what you are doing and go to Orlando, and one of the best ways to stay in Orlando is through Orlando Vacation Homes, Villas, and Timeshare Rentals.
If you are okay with having to travel a little further to get into the Disney parks, perhaps the vacation rentals in the Orlando area may be a good idea. This is great for the family who has other plans for their Orlando vacation, plans that do not necessarily include one of the Disney parks. Believe it or not there are plenty of things to do in Orlando and not all of them are owned by the Walt Disney family. For this reason, it may be a good idea to stay somewhere other than on or near Disney property-especially if you have teenagers in your party.
When renting a villa or any type of vacation rental in the Orlando area it is important to remember that there are many to choose from. You are not restricted to one area, especially if you will have your vehicle or a rental car to tote the family around in. Keep your options open as far as entertainment and lodging goes, and you may save some money and have great fun in the process.
Many people choose a basic Orlando hotel to stay in, overlooking the abundance of opportunities to gain a much needed sense of privacy as well as cost effective accommodations.
Who really wants to deal with the hassles of hotel living, given the attention prone to overcharging the customer instead of satisfying them. With this in mind, what are the benefits of staying in Orlando Vacation Homes, Villas, and Timeshare Rentals instead of the competing hotels? The list is endless, but let us try and focus in on the most important attributes you will likely be inclined to choose from.
Is it going to be expensive? Obvious question to start with given the current financial times and an easy one to answer. Overwhelmingly "NO" compared to most hotels of the same caliber, Vacation Homes, Villas, and Timeshare Rentals in Orlando are quite a deal . Overall costs begin at the same price as the average hotel room will run you, and depending on if you are bringing children, try to keep in mind the additional rooms you would be paying for. Hotels rarely drop their rates a substantial amount for multiple rooms while vacation homes can be a quality solution to a families problem.
Forgetting about the affordable base cost to start, most Orlando vacation homes include a full kitchen, which can help save a pretty penny over room service. Now I know what your thinking, I didn't come on vacation to cook, and I fully agree. Most meals I assume you will be going out for, but cooking a few of the meals during your stay can save a good amount, which in turn could be spent on more entertaining ventures. In addition, the removal of a mini-bar from the equation must be an improvement over being hit with a huge charge for snacks and soda.
Other advantages range from every aspect of what your expect out of a vacation. The additional privacy of Orlando Vacation Homes, Villas, and Timeshare Rentals can give an extra spark to an already romantic getaway. Not to mention the fact that you will not be bothered by hotel staff, nor have to deal with the other guests staying there. Amenities are abundant, including big screen televisions, game rooms and wireless internet access, depending on your choice homes.
If you are bringing along a pet, you will also have an easier time finding a vacation home that accepts them over a hotel that will. Like I said, the advantages are endless. Through my first hand experience, I would suggest checking them out. I feel everyone owes it to themselves to get the most out of their vacation, and this is the best way I can personally add to it.
There are hundreds of things to do in Orlando. If you have children one of the most fun an entertaining things to do is visit Discovery Cove. For children who live animals this is one of the best places to visit. At Discovery Cove children and parents can actually take a ride on a dolphin, for people who are a little weary of the water there is a selections of thousands of fish to look at and read about as well as a free flight aviary where families can feed wild birds who are flying about their heads.
Another very popular place to visit for families when they are staying at their Orlando rental is Wet n’ Wild, this is an awesome place to visit considering you are in the sun capital of the United States. With the temperature rarely getting cold in Orlando this is a great opportunity to have some fun in the sun with over 25 thrilling rides that all have to do with water! Another thing that families can do is learn to wakeboard or water ski, throughout Florida there are many locations where people can learn to water ski, wakeboard, or kneeboard behind a boat. Most of these boats come equipped with everything you will need for the experience; there are a few different lakes around Orlando that you and your family will be able to go to.
For people staying at Orlando rentals without children there are some more adult activities to do such as going to see one of the famous Cirque du Soleil shows. The most popular one in Orlando is La Nouba, which has mesmerizing performances almost every night of the week for people visiting. For people who are inclined to try something more daring there are many companies that specialize in skydiving and hot air balloon rides which offer a great view of Florida from the sky and a great story to tell when you get home from your Orlando timeshare rental. For people looking to skydive remember you have to 18+ in order to sky dive at most locations, but for people interested in hot air balloon rides there usually isn’t an age limit which makes it easier for people traveling with children, although companies have different rules regarding their particular company. Orlando timeshare rentals offer a ton of different activities for every age. If you didn’t hear about something you are interested in doing in this article you may be able to find information by the owner of your timeshare resort.
Taking a Disney vacation with the family is one of the most enviable things of them all. So many people would love to be able to take the time off or afford the cost to take the family on a Disney vacation, so it is a good idea to do it right the first time-just in case you never get the opportunity to go back.
If you are traveling with the wife or husband, a nice hotel room is a great idea. If you are traveling with the whole family in tow, Orlando Vacation Homes, Villas, and Timeshare Rentals are the best idea. They are great for large groups or small families, have all the creature comforts of home, and often include certain perks that other vacation spots and hotels or motels might not offer.
There are certain areas to stay in when vacationing in Orlando. There are vacation rentals that are actually on Disney property and are owned by Disney. There are those vacation rentals that are situated right at the mouth of the park, and then there are those that are strategically placed in and around the Greater Orlando Area. Disney Owned Vacation Rentals
By far the most expensive of them all, the Disney owned vacation rentals are also the most fun for the family. They often have character dinners, special discounts on theme park tickets, free transportation and other perks that can make a Disney vacation truly memorable-especially for the kids. These are available on many sites, and can even be booked through a travel agent if that is who you have handling your travel affairs.
There are a good many benefits to staying on Disney property. It completes the Disney World experience for many young ones and families with any aged children, and it positions you right next to all of the Disney fun.
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