Holidays In Florida - Fun Things To Do In Orlando
Despite how busy Orlando is, it is not the biggest city in Florida, not even the second, but the sixth largest, situated in an area called Central Florida. Orlando boasts very pleasant weather and some of the greatest theme parks in the world. There are plenty of things to do in Orlando, especially when you are on a family vacation.
Tourism is one of the city’s biggest income sources. A number of people who enter the area annually is estimated at stunning 52 million. In order to meet the requirements for the family vacation capital of the USA, Orlando is constantly developing at a rapid pace.
Disney was once the only major theme park operator in the city. However, things have moved on and while Disney still has the lion’s share (which it probably always will have) of visitors, many more theme parks and attractions have opened up to satisfy the ever hungry needs of visitors. Apart from being a world famous theme park with legendary rides and characters, Walt Disney World also offers some of the most wonderful restaurants and lodgings for tourists.
Various theme parks located in Walt Disney World have breathtaking scenery and hence, it proves to be an ideal vacation destination for children as well as adults. A big rival for the top attraction would be the wonderful Sea World which is a fantastic place to visit over and over again with new shows featuring the many sea creatures there, including dolphins and killer whales, changing all the time.
While Disney is a major attraction in Orlando, the Universal theme parks are also well worth a visit and so is the now famous Titanic Exhibition, located along International Drive. Be prepared to be moved by the fascinating and sometimes eerie tour.
However, if you are not a big theme park fan, the Arabian Nights show might be the thing for you. It features sixty trained horses and provides great entertainment for the entire family.
When you plan a trip to Orlando it is important to have some idea in advance of where you are going to stay, eat and what attractions you intend to visit as it is very easy to get sidetracked as there is so much to see and do. There is an abundance of places to stay at all budget levels, including many luxury hotels with great sports facilities.
As you can clearly see, Orlando does have a lot to offer for everyone. The Disney World, while amazing, is definitely not the only attraction of this great city. If you decide to spend your family vacation in Orlando, you are guaranteed to have an unforgettable time.