Family Fun In Orlando Florida
Great Things to do in Orlando
There isn’t a better choice for a family vacation than Orlando, Florida. The city advertises that they have something for everyone, and indeed they do. However, there are many things that no member of the family will want to miss. Amidst the go-go-go of family fun, take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the beautiful Orlando parks, visit the Orlando Science Center or the Kennedy Space Center.
Universal Studios
This theme park is located on 110 acres and showcases 22 big rides. Don’t worry about the age group of your children, there are appropriate rides and things to do for all ages. Everybody gets a turn. There is Seuss Landing for the younger set, where they will recognize characters from bedtime storybooks. Middle aged children will enjoy the mini water park, an island with atmospheric shows and a dinosaur park. Older kids and teens will love Marvel Super Hero and the world of The Lost Continent, which is a medieval land of wizards and dragons.
Tips
Hotels in and around Universal Studios are at a premium cost. Check out home and condo rentals as an option to enjoy all that Orlando has to offer.
You can save a bunch of cash if you purchase tickets directly from the Universal Studios site online.
Disney World and Downtown Disney
There are three sections of Downtown Disney that offers complete family fun, Pleasure Island, Marketplace and West Side. Enjoy free parking and a free boat ride on the lake. Pick up some Disney memorabilia in the Marketplace. Order one of the best chocolate milkshakes at Ghraradelli’s. Who could pass up Disney World on a family trip to Orlando. It’s too huge to mention all the exciting entertainment, rides and events, but the little ones will love hanging out with Tinkerbelle at Pixie Hollow. Don’t miss these other major attractions: Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, Peter Pans Flight, Splash Mountain, Space Mountain and the Jungle Cruise. Don’t miss the famous Blue Man Group.
Tips
Stop by the grocery store, before heading out to Disney World, for healthy snacks for the kids, such as juice boxes, bottled water, packaged carrot sticks and sliced apples. It will save a bunch of cash.
Take advantage of the promotion, Disney’s Give a Day, Get a Disney Day. Learn more at their website to volunteer for a day and get a free day’s entrance to Disney world.
Wet’n Wild Orlando
Touted as one of the best water parks in the U.S., Wet’n Wild offers aquatic fun for the whole family. Little ones won’t feel left out with smaller, milder versions of the teen-adult water rides. When the heat starts to hit during that summer Orlando vacation, there couldn’t be a better place to have fun and cool off at the same time. It’s just a short ride from other major Orlando destinations, such as Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. Don’t miss some of the most exiting water rides, like Brain Wash, The Black Hole, Bomb Bay and The Storm. http://www.wetnwild.com/
Tips
Bring bottled water as there are no drinking fountains at Wet’n Wild.
Wear waterproof sunscreen.
Great prices, but long lines. Have a family member stand in line, while you take little ones to the restroom.
Places to find your hotel and vacation rental property
There are many great hotels in and around the Disney area. Check out hotels.com, priceline.com and expedia for the best rates.
Don’t forget to check out all the vacation rentals in and around the Metro Orlando area, at RentMyPlace.com. Get the comforts of home and the benefits of a hotel at a
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