Orlando holiday travel

Vacationers travel to Orlando not only to enjoy the warm, sunny climate, but also the many theme parks and attractions. This Florida city has become a tourist hot spot, bringing in people from all over the world. The infamous Walt Disney World attractions aren’t the only draw with plenty of restaurants, shopping outlets, museums, amusement and water parks, and the ocean a short drive away, Orlando is sure to be a favorite destination for the whole family.

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Where to stay – hotels

Since Orlando is known as one of the package deal capitals of the US, there is no short supply of available hotels. One of the easiest ways to reserve a room is over the Internet. Be sure to reserve your rooms by booking hotels in Orlando online.

Whether you fancy something luxurious like a villa, lodge or resort, or maybe something a little less expensive, Orlando has it all. Disney World itself has a whole host of hotels for those who want to be close to Mickey. Other attractions also have lodging nearby. Click to find out which Orlando hotel best suits your interest.

Although the beaches aren’t far from Orlando, a multitude of hotels offer to save you the drive by providing swimming pools. Orlando airport parking can also be organised in advance by booking online.

What to do

There is no shortage of theme parks in Orlando. Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld and EPCOT center, will all take at least a day unto themselves to explore. Maybe a little less known, but still a favorite for Orlando vacationers is Cypress Gardens, which has over three dozen rides and an interesting selection of shows including ice skating and water skiing displays.

For those who want a day away from the theme parks, there are a multitude of other locations to see. Orlando Science Center is one of them and features hundreds of interactive displays and experiences dedicated to teaching scientific theories to visitors of all ages. Visitors may also shop till they drop if the urge arises. The city has several factory outlets and malls to choose from. A host of monuments and museums are also located within the city.

What to see – by hire car

A hire car is one of the most convenient ways to get around in Orlando, since the many attractions are spread out around and outside of the city. Orlando car hire can be arranged online and includes well known names such as Avis and Hertz.

Just a few of the sites that can be seen by hire car are Kennedy Space Center, beaches such as Daytona and Cocoa, Busch Gardens, and Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge. More on hiring a car in Orlando.