Orlando – a wonderland for visitors

World-famous theme parks. Luxurious resorts. Unique outdoor adventures. Skill-testing championship golf. Rejuvenating spas. Unexpected cultural treasures. Innovative fine dining experiences.  Unparalleled shopping. Orlando offers all this and so much more.

As home to the Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando, Orlando’s name has become synonymous with family fun.  From the spine-tingling thrills of roller coasters and the real-life chills of getting this close to some of the planet’s biggest marine animals to a heart-melting first encounter with a fairy tale princess, an Orlando vacation builds unforgettable memories.  And, with 99 attractions, visitors will find no shortage of unique experiences to fill their days.

With average temperatures in the mid-70s, Orlando provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities. From challenging play on one of the area’s 168 golf courses to a kayaking adventure on one of Central Florida’s lakes or rivers, visitors can experience the natural wonders of the area up close. Guests can take a sunrise balloon flight complete with champagne toast or explore the tropical landscape on horseback. From bass fishing to wakeboarding and airboat rides, Orlando’s waterways offer boundless activity for those who love the great outdoors.

An incredible mix of accommodations options means that Orlando visitors can find their perfect “home away from home” – whether it is a luxurious resort hotel, condo-hotel, vacation ownership property or rental home. Orlando’s luxury extends beyond its resorts to encompass indulgent treatments at one of the area’s 11 destination spas and lavish shopping experiences that will have guests scrambling for another suitcase. But shopping in Orlando doesn’t have to break the bank.  An impressive collection of designer outlets means that resourceful shoppers can wear today’s hottest labels without the high-end price tags.

Dining is one of the top rated Orlando vacation activities for good reason. Visitors can choose a memorable meal prepared by a celebrity chef like Emeril Lagasse, Todd English or Norman Van Aken served in luxuriant surroundings.  For the younger set, the chance to dine with favorite characters ranging from princesses to superheroes can’t be beat.  In Orlando, dining itself is the entertainment.

No trip to Orlando is complete without experiencing the “unexpected Orlando” – the area’s impressive selection of artistic, cultural, historic and outdoor activities. A professional opera, ballet and philharmonic orchestra are the cornerstones of the city’s cultural scene while innovative theater troupes, fringe and independent music festivals round out Orlando’s less traditional artistic offerings. Area museums feature unique collections ranging from the stained glass works of Louis Comfort Tiffany to the self-taught folk art of Earl Cunningham. Or visitors can explore the area’s colorful history through the clever exhibits at the Orange County History Center, a Smithsonian affiliate. And, a full calendar of festivals and events means there is always something special happening in Orlando.

ith so much to see and do, it is easy to build the perfect Orlando vacation, whether you are traveling with – or without – the kids. Visit orlandoinfo.com for helpful vacation planning information.