Travel Guides Orlando: More Than Just a Place to Sleep. It is always sunny in Orlando, Florida. This southern locale is the other Orange County—the one not in California—that everyone raves about. As one of the most popular cities in Florida, Orlando houses one of the country’s largest amusement parks – Walt Disney World. Not only are the attractions fun and exciting, but so are the accommodations.
It’s Magic
No trip is complete without a comfortable and exciting place to rest your head. Orlando’s downtown and adjoining districts make for an exceptionable time, whether it is a family vacation or a romantic weekend for two. The city offers a plethora of accommodations bound to suit any type of visitor.
The popular Universal Studios is an abundance of entertainment; and the resort isn’t shabby either! The Universal Studios Resort offers three hotels on the premises including the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and the Hard Rock Hotel. The most spectacular feature of the entire resort is that all of the hot spots are just a water-taxi or shuttle bus away.
Each hotel captures a bit of paradise for everyone to enjoy. There’s the relaxing spa, a kids camp and the privilege of bypassing regular lines with just a flash of your hotel key. Talk about rock star treatment! For those who like to take a dip in one of the many pools, there’s an added bonus – watching a movie of the week poolside as part of the ‘Dive-In Movies’ feature.
Like the Wonderful World of Disney, the Walt Disney World Resort is quite magical. Disney characters aside, the resort offers guests more than 24 on-site hotel options. The resort boasts two water parks, four theme parks, golf courses, a 220-acre sports complex and a breathtaking boardwalk with over 9,000 square feet of shopping, entertainment and restaurants. It’s a city within a city with the added bonus of not having to drive!
The International Drive (I-Drive) Resort area is action at its best. The resort rests in the center of everything – The Orange County Convention Center, SeaWorld, Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. There are over 100 hotels to choose from, outlet malls and numerous attractions including Islands of Adventure, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not and comedy/mystery dinner shows for various ages. The I-Drive area is a great choice for all ages and budgets, as well as business travelers.
Downtown Orlando is a fast-growing tourist destination with a little help from the St. Johns River, which includes many outdoor events including Bike Week. For shopping enthusiasts, the Florida Mall area near downtown Orlando is awesome for day-trippers and shopping tours. For a great selection of vacation rental homes, try “The Four Corners” – the intersection of Lake, Polk, Orange and Osceola counties. This is Orlando at its best, with easy access to the Walt Disney World Resort.
Nothing Beats Orlando
Regardless of what accommodation you choose, the experience will captivate the senses. This once small farming town is now the vacation destination. Just don’t forget the suntan lotion!
