Orlando, famous for its theme parks and attractions, is a larger-than-life playground that draws millions of visitors from around the world each year. As a family destination, Orlando offers abundant adventures for all ages! Whether it be the whimsical fantasy of Disney’s Magic Kingdom, innovative EPCOT, rockin’ Hollywood Studios, and wild Animal Kingdom; or the aquatic adventures of SeaWorld's parks; to the thrills and excitement of the two theme parks from Universal Orlando Resorts, there are more than enough non-stop rides, shows, fun and excitement to satisfy any vacationer.
Yet visitors to Orlando will find more than just mouse ears and Shamu! Water parks, dinner show attractions, amusement parks and activities, sports, hot-air balloon and helicopter rides, golfing, and multi-level entertainment complexes comprising of dining, shopping, movie theaters, and nightlife activities such as CityWalk and DowntownDisney, are just a few of the large variety of unique and distinct attractions that give Orlando its reputation for being the most fun vacation destination in the world!
And while these world-famous attractions have made Orlando a celebrated vacation spot, Orlando also boasts an impressive arts and cultural community. For those visitors looking for something more than the typical tourist fare, Orlando’s cultural and arts community is thriving and expanding. Art museums, beautiful gardens, festivals, theaters, a history museum, cafes, a science center and observatory, as well as many local music and concert venue. Orlando is an artistic oasis, and is the third largest employer of artists in the nation, second only to New York City and Los Angeles. For a local’s view of the city, explore Orlando’s rapidly growing Downtown area, which houses a strong nightlife and beautiful metropolitan scenery.
For those die-hard shoppers, Orlando offers shopping on scale with its other attractions. Orlando is a mecca for bargain hunters and designer devotees alike. From outlet malls like the Orlando Premium Outlets, to large-scale malls such as the Florida Mall and the designer Mall at Millenia, as well as specialty stores, Orlando is definitely the place to shop till you drop.
Orlando has developed and maintained a wide range of myriad hotels, resorts, and accommodations that become destinations in and of themselves. With innovative and large-scale resorts, Orlando accommodations help create the perfect vacationer’s respite from the crowds without losing the momentum of entertainment and fun. Numerous hotels offer travelers lodging within walking distance of shopping, dining, and attractions. Along International Drive, the hotel options are endless for travelers visiting Orlando on business, right next door to the Orange County Convention Center.
Getting Around:
Orlando has many forms of area transportation, however, renting a car will allow you more freedom to travel to the surrounding areas. Many of the hotels have guest service centers where you can get information on getting around town or you can visit one of the many visitor information centers in the area. The I-Ride Trolley is a safe bet if you are staying in or plan to visit the International Drive area. Making stops between the Prime Outlets on the north end of the drive and SeaWorld Orlando further south.
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