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Orlando Vacation Guide

Soak up sun in this warm-weather paradise. In addition to a heavenly climate, Orlando is also the theme-park capital of the world. SeaWorld, Universal Studios, Disney World -- you can visit them all. Sports fans can also watch the high-flying Magic battle the NBA's best basketball teams.

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Neighborhoods in Orlando

Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Area

Splash around SeaWorld and Wet 'n Wild theme parks, or see movie magic come alive at Universal Studios. Mix business with pleasure at the Orlando Convention center, or take the I-Drive Trolley to all of the restaurants, shops, and attractions. Head to Walt Disney World for some more adventure; it's only 10 miles away. Orlando Airport is approximately 15 miles away.

Disney Main Gate - Champions Gate

Stay near famous restaurants, entertainment venues and theme parks. You'll only be a few miles from Walt Disney World, where you can run wild at Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom. A rental car is recommended for accessing all there is to do, but there are plenty of foot-friendly destinations too. Orlando Airport is only a 20-mile drive away.

Orlando International Airport Area

This is where to stay if you want to visit theme parks and Kennedy Space Center. You'll be 20 miles from all of the Disney World attractions: Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom. You'll also be 45 miles from legendary Kennedy Space Center. Indulge in a nice meal at a local restaurant or head to nearby Florida Mall, you're sure to find a keepsake in this shopper's paradise.

Lake Buena Vista - Downtown Disney

Put yourself a few miles from the center of the Magic Kingdom, MGM Studios, Animal Kingdom and Epcot Center. Grab a bite at Downtown Disney restaurants, House of Blues and Rainforest Café. After indulging in dessert, unwind by watching acrobats flip at Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba or let loose at the Pleasure Island nightclub. Orlando Airport is only a 20-mile drive away.

Orlando Travel Tip

Save time: Purchase your theme-park tickets before you arrive and avoid waiting in long ticket lines.

Orlando Activities & Attractions

Amusement park ride
Get your fill of family fun at the world's most famous theme park: Walt Disney World. Watch Mickey and the crew come alive at the Magic Kingdom, explore the wilds of Animal Kingdom, experience movie magic at MGM Studios, or explore the world at Epcot .
Whale
Splash around a thrill-seeker's paradise. Jet around SeaWorld's Wild Arctic, get wet on Journey to Atlantis or watch legendary Shamu perform. In addition to wild rides and shows, you can also visit with penguins and sharks, or play games on the Midway.
Orlando Science Center
Wander through the Orlando Science Center's exhilarating exhibits, explore re-creations of Florida's swamps and marshes, or head to the observatory for a first-hand glimpse at the stars. Ready for a rest? Catch an eye-popping IMAX film projected on a gigantic domed screen.
Alligator
Explore Gatorland, a 100-acre alligator theme park and wildlife preserve. Make sure to visit Alf, a mammoth 15-foot-long, 1,000-pound crocodile who lives on Alligator Island. You can also ride a train, stop at the aviary, pet barnyard animals or take the infamous Swamp Walk.

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