ORLANDO WELCOMES YOU

Imagine a vacation with theme parks, attractions, museums, and activities beyond your senses. You've found it in sunny Orlando, an excellent family vacation spot. The City Beautiful offers more than just the shining face of Mickey Mouse. If you plan your vacation to the area well, your enthusiastic family won't miss any of the excitement that the city has to offer.

The history of Orlando dates back to 1838 when the United States Army built Ft. Gatlin to protect settlers from the Indians in the Seminole Wars. The area continued to grow, and in 1875 the Town of Orlando was incorporated and listed as an area serviced by the Postal Service. In 1880 the South Florida Railroad extended the rail transportation to Orlando and the citrus industry grew exponentially. Because of this growth Orlando was able to survive the Great Depression and World Wars.

In the 1940's the Army established two Air Force bases, as well as three Naval Training Centers here. With the move of the Army, along came what is now known as Martin Marietta. The town was starting to develop a technical economy until Walt Disney visited the area and purchased over 30 acres of land. In 1971 Walt Disney World was opened, creating a whole new industry for Orlando- tourism.

Since then Disney has expanded upon their land and brought with them Unisversal Studios, Anheuser-Busch, and other large corporations as well as people to maintain business and The City Beautiful.

WHERE TO STAY

Planning your accommodations to the Orlando area should be prepared well in advance, especially during the summer months when the city receives the most travelers.

Think about the activities that you plan to participate in. If attending all of the major theme parks within Walt Disney World, or Universal Studios is your main objective, then staying at a hotel on site would be simple. All of the hotels on Disney and Universal property have travel accommodations to the theme park of your choice, as well as restaurants where you can take your meals, leaving your stay less hectic and relaxing.

If you plan to take in more sights and plan to utilize a shuttle service or rent a car; you have more choices in where to stay. You can still stay in one of the theme park resorts, or you can look for accommodations nearby that suit your taste and budget.

DISNEY HOTELS

The Disney hotels range in price from seventy-seven dollars a night to over four hundred dollars, depending on the space that you need and amenities that you want to surround yourself with during your stay. The hotels are listed by which theme park they are associated with, or what area of the property they sit. All amenities and further information about each Disney hotel as well as a virtual tour can be found at their website, www.disney.com under the Walt Disney World resorts link.

All Disney hotels offer travel accommodations to and from their facilities. Shuttle services can be acquired to attend other events within the Orlando area.

Magic Kingdom Resort Areas

Disney's Contemporary Resort (prices start at $239 a night)

Start your vacation getaway at the hotel depicting Walt Disney's vision. Imagine riding on the monorail track that sits in the middle of the resort, floating above water on your trek to the Magic Kingdom. After a busy day at the park you can return to this resort to dine at Chef Mickey's with all of the classic Disney Characters and swim at leisure in the swimming pools or enjoy any of the recreational activities including arcade games.

Other amenities include: room service, health club, childcare services, laundering services, beauty shop, and wireless internet access.

The Contemporary Resort also holds California Grill, an award-winning restaurant where you savor a full spectrum of California wines with your delicious dinner. Afterwards, you can watch the fireworks from Magic Kingdom cascading from the roof of the hotel.

Disney's Ft. Wilderness Resort

Camping anyone? Disney's Ft. Wilderness has several options for camping lovers from pitching your own tent on Disney property, to staying in one of their air-conditioned cabins. The resort has several nature trails, horseback riding, and walking paths for your enjoyment.

Other amenities include: childcare services, snacking stations, and laundry facilities.

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa (prices start from $339 a night)

This Victorian resort will make you feel like a king or queen, literally. With the spa at your fingertips, a traditional English tea, food that will melt in your mouth, and several pools to choose from, you could easily live in this hotel.

Other amenities include: room service, childcare services, four dine-in restaurants, laundry services, and beauty shop.

Disney's Polynesian Resort ( prices start from $299)

Walk into the tropical South Pacific and enjoy the tropical atmosphere lush with indigenous vegetation and koi ponds. The Polynesian resort is sure to offer tranquility and fun-filled dining experiences. O'Hana's offers a buffet style dining experience, full of tropical delights to suit anyone's appetite. This is a great dining experience for families. O'Hana's is very family friendly catering to children by playing games and offering a wide selection on their children's menu.

Other amenities include: room service, health club/spa, pool, childcare services, two full service restaurants and several lounges throughout the resort.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge (prices start from $199)

Welcome to the log cabin of your dreams. The atmosphere represents American craftsmanship, showcases Native American culture, and allows you firsthand to walk the legacy of the American frontier.

Other amenities include: room service, health club, childcare services, laundry facilities, pools, arcades, playgrounds, watercraft rentals, and full-service dining specializing in Northwestern cuisine.

Epcot Resort Area

Disney's Beach Club Villa's (prices start from $300)

Vacation homes that scream leisure; the villa's are surrounded by butterfly gardens, lounges, beach sports, and include a kitchen.

Other amenities include: room service, health spa, childcare services, business center, laundry facilities, barber shop, watercraft rentals, pools, dine-in restaurants, snack areas, and arcades.

Disney's Boardwalk Inn (prices start from $289)

The Boardwalk Inn is a waterfront resort nestled between the nightlife charm of ragtime at the Disney's Boardwalk. The resort offers a very enchanting and relaxing environment and is walking distance to an array of restaurants, dance club, piano bar, and shopping along the Boardwalk.

Other amenities include: room service, health club, childcare services, laundry facilities, business center, wireless internet access, and recreational activities.

Disney's Boardwalk Villa's (prices start from $300)

Also along Disney's Boardwalk, the Boardwalk Villa's allow you to embark on an Altantic journey, filled with carefree. The Villa's include the same amenities as the Boardwalk Resort, and also have kitchens.

Other amenities include: room service, health club, childcare services, laundry facilities, business center, and recreational activities.

Disney's Yacht Club Resort (prices start from $289)

At the Yacht Club Resort you will step into a New England seaside resort. Imagine white-sand beaches, lagoons, gardens to explore and service at your fingertips, what more could you ask for? Food! The Yahchtsman steakhouse offers a delicious selection of foods for the family as well as several eateries and lounges throughout property.

Other amenities include: room service, health spa, childcare services, laundry services, business center, beauty shop, wireless internet access, pools, playgrounds, and watercraft rentals.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort (prices start from $133)

Looking to visit the Caribbean during your stay? The Caribbean Beach resort calls your name. The resort is themed with a bright tropical setting, filled with exotic birds and sandy areas to stroll at the Barefoot Bay. Dine casually on the water's edge, or sit down at the resort restaurant.

Other amenities include: room service, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, and watercraft rentals.

Disney's Pop Century Resort From (prices start from $77)

Find delight in the icons from the 1950's to the 1990's. Pop Century celebrates fashion, toys and dances from this time frame. Sound like fun?

Other amenities include: in room pizza delivery, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, and food court.

Walt Disney World Dolphin (prices start from $259)

Walt Disney World Swan (prices start from $369)

These Walt Disney World Resorts are award winning, offering upscale service to all of their guests. The resorts have a very tropical feel and include a white-sand beach, over five pools to choose from, shopping, and dining experiences that you will never forget. Shula's Steak House is an award winning restaurant located right on the Dolphin facilities. Palio Italian bistro and Kimonos Karaoke Sushi bar are located on the Swan facilities.

Other amenities include: room service, concierge, health club, childcare services, high speed Internet, laundry services, business center, beauty shop, game rooms, tennis, and paddle boat rentals.

Downtown Disney Resort Area

Port Orleans French Quarter Resort (prices start from $133)

Walk into the jazz backdrop the French Quarter has to offer and enjoy all that the resort has to offer including walking areas and splashing fun at the Doubloon Lagoon.

Other amenities Include: room service, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, playground, watercraft rentals, and several dining options.

Port Orleans Riverside Resort (prices start from $133)

The Port Orleans Riverside Resort sits along the man-made Sassagoula River and showcases the old traditions of steamboat travel. The resort has several flowering walkways and a very relaxing atmosphere to revel in.

Other amenities include: room service, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, playgrounds, watercraft rentals, and several dining options.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Resort Area

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort (prices start from $77)

Are you game? Disney's All-Star Resort showcases all of the sport icons you can imagine.

Other amenities include: in-room pizza delivery, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, playgrounds, and several dining options.

Disney's All-Star Music Resort (prices start from $77)

Is music your forte? Enjoy the exciting world of music from country to rock �n' roll at Disney's All-Star Music Resort.

Other amenities Include: in-room pizza delivery, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, playgrounds, and several dining options.

Disney's All Star Movies Resort (prices start from $77)

Live in the world of Disney Films, from Herbie, the Lovebug to Andy's Room from Toy Story.

Other amenities include: in-room pizza delivery, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, playgrounds, and several dining options.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort (prices start from $133)

Enter Colonial Spain, Mexico and New Mexico and discovery the beauty that these areas offer. From Disney's Fountain of the Doves to hidden treasures from the Mayan ruin Dig site pool, Coronado Springs offers a very distinct flair of culture.

Other amenities include: room service, health club, childcare services, laundry services, business center, beauty shop, wireless Internet access, pools, arcades, playgrounds, watercraft rentals, and several dining options.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (prices start from $199)

Imagine a safari in your backyard. This is what you will experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. The Lodge sits on 33 acres of savanna, animals included. You can get as close as you feel comfortable to giraffes, and other wildlife along the walking paths of the lodge property. The Lodge offers four dining facilities to cater to any taste, including authentic African dishes.

Other amenities include: room service, health club and spa, childcare services, laundry services, pools, arcades, snacking station and playgrounds.

Official Walt Disney World Hotels

These hotels are located on Disney property and offer guests the same service that you will find at a Disney resort, teamed with accommodations to and from the theme parks. These hotels automatically have bus and shuttle service to shopping, dining, and the theme parks.

Best Western-Lake Buena Vista

Courtyard by Marriott

DoubleTree Guest Suites Resort

Grosvenor Resort

Hotel Royal Plaza

The Hilton Resort

Wyndham Palace Resort and Spa

UNIVERSAL RESORT HOTELS

During your stay to any of the resorts on Universal property you will receive complimentary transportation to the theme parks and restaurants located on property. This includes Universal Studios Orlando, Islands of Adventure, and Citywalk.

Portofino Bay Hotel (prices start from $250)

The Portofino Bay Hotel is an award winning hotel featuring amenities that will suit all of the family, from a Cat in The Hat kids suite, three themed swimming pools, child care facilities, eight restaurants and lounges, to the Mandara Spa at Portofino Bay.

Other amenities include: 8 restaurants and lounges, childcare, bocce courts, jogging paths and other planned hotel activities, upscale shops and art gallery, hotel concierge and special Universal Express ride access during your stay.

Packages are available through the Universal website.

http://themeparks.universalstudios.com/orlando/website/resort_hotels/por_amenities.html

Hard Rock Hotel: Vacation Like A Rock Star (prices start from $220)

Hard Rock Hotel is known for treating their guests like “The King,” Elvis Presley. In the heart of Universal Studios property, you can dine in the hotel restaurant for breakfast and then journey by canal to one of Universal's theme parks or to Universals shopping/dining area, Citywalk.

Other amenities include: over $1 million dollars worth of rock and roll memorabilia throughout the hotel, five restaurants and lounges, spacious beach pool with interactive fountains, slide, and pool bar; childcare services, fitness center, game room, and concierge.

Royal Pacific Resort (prices start from $199)

Depicting the tranquility of the South Seas, Royal Pacific is an ideal relaxation spot. You will eat only in style at one of the five restaurants, including Emeril's Tchoup Chop, and ride the canal to Citywalk

Other Amenities Include: lagoon-style pool and sandy beach, luau's featuring food and entertainment, fitness center, childcare, hotel concierge, and pet friendly rooms.

Universal Studios has also teamed with local companies to offer discounted hotel rates. These packages are beneficial to families on a budget, however note that most companies are timeshare resorts and will more than likely offer you an opportunity to purchase a timeshare in the area.

http://themeparks.universalstudios.com/orlando/website/vacation_owner.html?__dest=resort_hotels_hotel_map.MID

OTHER HOTELS AND ACCOMODATIONS

If the Walt Disney Resorts or Universal Studios Resorts don't meet your needs or budget, you still have plenty of options. The Orlando area definitely isn't short on hotels.

Other popular areas are Celebration, Kissimmee, and off of International Drive.

I recommend that you visit your local AAA office for information on discounts to the Orlando area.

Also visit a few of the Internet companies that are designed for finding travelers the best rates and specials for their destination.

www.orbitz.com

www.hotels.com

www.orlando.com

These are just a few of the websites that are available to find the best deals on your trip to the area. Many hotels offer continental breakfasts and have full-service restaurants to meet your needs, as well as have pool facilities and other amenities to suit your tastes.

If you prefer the style that resorts have to offer, you will find that the area has many to choose from including Gaylord Palms, The Peabody, Hyatt Grand Cypress, Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld, Wyndham Orlando Resorts, and so many more. You can find great discounts to these locations on the above listed websites as well.

For complete hotel, theme park, tours, dining, and car rental information, you can contact your local AAA office or the Orlando Convention and Visitor's Bureau. These companies can help you best plan your vacation based on your needs without theme park affiliation.

WHERE TO EAT

There are several areas of interest when it comes to eating, especially for me because eating is one of my favorite activities. Most of the restaurants within the Orlando area are grouped in sections, because they are traveled frequently or have group transportation to the area. Dining opportunities within Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld are included below under separate theme park headings.

To beat the crowds, eat either early or late. The dinner rush usually starts anywhere from 5:30 on and can last up to 8 p.m. With children in tow, it is always easier for us to plan on eating around 5 or earlier to enjoy our meal completely, especially because all of our family enjoys dessert. This ensures that we have a short wait, if any, and we secure a table to dine, relax, and not feel that our meal was rushed.

Smoking is legally prohibited in Orlando restaurants. There are some dining areas that have outdoor smoking sections, so take note of where these locations are, especially if someone in your party is a smoker, or needs to say away from secondhand smoke, of smoking locations.

Areas that offer a large selection in dining include: Celebration, Lake Buena Vista, I-Drive, and Sand Lake Road. There are also several Dinner Attractions that your family might enjoy attending.

This is just a sampling of restaurants that the area has to offer. We have many chains including Chili's, Macaroni Grill, Red Lobster, Joe's Crab Shack, The Olive Garden, and fast food restaurants including McDonalds, Burger King, Wendy's, Chik-fil-A, Taco Bell, and so many options to choose from. I'm including a list of restaurants highly acclaimed, listed on the Zagat survey and just some of my all time favorites. Bon apetite!

Dinner Attractions

Arabian Nights

http://www.arabian-nights.com/

Dine while watching a fantasy tale full of wonder, horses, and of course, food. Includes salad, a choice of meat, vegetable, and dessert. Special meals can be requested when making reservations. Reservations can be made online, via telephone, or through a travel agent.

Capone's Dinner Theater

http://orlando.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://couponsalacarte.com/Flattractions/coupons/capo051000.htm

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a blast from the past. The Capone's Dinner Show is a Broadway style musical comedy that includes an Italian/American style buffet. Discounts are available at the website listed.

Dixie Stampede

http://www.dixiestampede.com/generalinfo.htm

Dolly Parton's dinner adventure includes an old fashioned style horse show. Watch the battle between north and south, that includes 32 horses and a dinner to fill any belly. The four southern meal includes drink, soup, meat selection, vegetables, bread, and dessert.

Medieval Times Dinner Show

http://www.medievaltimes.com/

A classic show filled with knights as they stampede through an arena and fight upon their horses. Dine on a selection of tasty meats, vegetables, and dessert.

Pirates Dinner Adventure

http://www.piratesdinneradventure.com

The Pirates Dinner Adventure starts with a pre-show and appetizer buffet. The show includes an array of meal selections from chicken to beef, ends with dessert and will dazzle your senses as you embark on a sailing adventure filled with pirates, good and bad. After the show, stay and join in a pirate adventure that includes music, fun, and beverages.

Celebration Market Street Dining

http://www.celebrationfl.com/market_street/dining.html

Along Market Street there are several restaurants to catch any food lover's eye.

Boston Garden

(407) 566-2526

Open exclusively for dinner, the Boston Garden offers flown in fresh seafood and steaks. Reservations recommended.

Café D'Antonio

(407) 566- 2233

Offering authentic Italian food, Café D'Antonio was awarded the Zagat, given exclusively to restaurants of incredible cleanliness, service, and high quality foods.

Celebration Town Tavern

(407) 566-2526

A classic New England Tavern offering fish �n' chips, seafood dishes, steaks and more.

Columbia Restaurant

(407) 566-1505

Known as Florida's oldest restaurant, you will find classic Spanish-Cuban cuisine. Columbia offers live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, as well as a cigar bar.

Market Street Café

(407) 566-1144

This 50's style diner offers a wide selection of foods from burgers and fries, salads, to home style meals, and of course a dessert selection.

Seito Japanese Restaurant

(407) 566-1889

Seito has a full-service sushi bar as well as sit down contemporary dining.

Market Street also has several quick service locations including Upper Crust, Herman's Ice Cream shop, Sherlock's, and Barnie's Coffee.

I-Drive Restaurants

I-Drive is a very long strip in Orlando with many family attractions and restaurants. I have included information on unique restaurants located on I-Drive. Feel free to browse this listing for restaurant chains.

http://www.internationaldriveorlando.com/dining.htm

Bahama Breeze

Phone: (407) 248-2499

The highlight of Bahama Breeze is their Carribean style food, especially their jerk flavored chicken and meat. They have an excellent selection of food from pizza's to chicken dishes, ribs and other specialties. They offer a high quality drinks, desserts, and service. This is a great place to go with your family, or out with friends. A great feature of Bahama Breeze is that they have patio dining where you can enjoy entertainment, appetizers and drinks. This is great if you do end up dining late with children, or just want to enjoy dinner on the patio.

Café Tu Tu Tango

Phone: (407) 248-2222

A unique atmosphere with entertainment from belly-dancing, to painting and pottery. The surroundings will interest any guest. The menu is based on tapas that can be individually ordered, or a variety of them can be shared by the group, the recommended style of eating at Café Tu Tu Tango. The menu includes dips, breads, soups, salads, pizzas, ribs, seafood, quesadillas, and much more.

Dan Marino's Town Tavern

Phone: (407) 363-1013

At Dan Marino's Town Tavern, experience a dinner in a structure the shape of a football and dine on a football player's feast, filled with very hearty appetizers and meals.

The Mercado is located on I-Drive and within this center are several restaurants including: I Drive's Food Court and Arcade, Divino's Italian Restaurant, Charlie's Lobster House, and several others. Visit the Mercado's website for a complete listing of dining options.

http://www.themercado.com/dining.html

Ming Court Wok & Grill

Phone: (407) 351-9988

A classic style Chinese restaurant filled with a menu of food to match, from chicken and rice cooked in lotus leaves, and mouth watering main courses.

Vito's Chop House

Phone: (407) 354-2467

Vito's Chop House is known for their fish and steak dinners, accompanied with an assortment of salad choices and vegetables, this meal is sure to please the seafood/meat lovers' belly.

Lake Buena Vista

Bahama Breeze, listed above in International Drive section.

Landry's Seafood

8800 Vineland Ave.

Orlando, FL 32821

Phone: (407) 827-6466

Known for their fresh seafood and unique style. They have a wide variety of seafood from across the United States, not just local fish and seafood. Also the owners of Joe's Crab Shack, The Crab House, and Rainforest Café.

Pebbles

12511 S.R. 535

Lake Buena Vista, FL

407-827-1111

Pebbles is known for their casual dining and excellent selection of menu. This is a very kid friendly location where you can sit and enjoy a meal on cloth napkins, but not miss out on quality, flavor, or service. The menu includes soups, salads, meat selections, pastas, and an excellent dessert tray.

Sand Lake Area

Anaelle & Hugo

7533 West Sand Lake Road

Orlando, FL 32819

Phone: (407)996-9292

Enjoy Euro-American fine dining at Anaelle and Hugo. Their menu selection ranges from decadent soups of cream of squash, refreshing salads of Arugula and frisee lettuce, main dishes to please meat lovers and vegetarians alike, a dessert menu that will tempt you before you even start dinner, and a wine list that perfectly compliment any meal.

Carriera's Cucina

7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd

Orlando, Fl 32819

My favorite Italian Restaurant in the Orlando area by far. Carriera's offers a very homey environment with all of the classic Italian meals your heart desires. Along the walls you will find pictures of guests that have dined within the restaurant, locals and celebrities alike. Save room for dessert of either tiramisu or a great slice of chocolate cake. My favorite.

Chatham's Place

7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd.

Orlando, FL 32819

407-345-2992

Chatham's Place is a fine dining establishment much like Pebbles listed above. A great location to relax and enjoy a good meal.

Melting Pot of Orlando

7549 W Sand Lake Rd

Orlando, FL 32819

Phone: (407) 903-1100

The Melting Pot offers a wide selection of fondue and dipping accessories. This is a fun dining experience for families young and old, getting together with friends, or even for business dinners. You make all of your food selections from the extensive menu, cook your meal at your table, and enjoy. Reservations are required.

Moonfish

7525 West Sand Lake Road

Orlando, Florida 32819

407-363-7262

Moonfish is best known for their wide selection of fresh seafood. Moonfish has pre-designed menus that include four courses, soup, salad, main course, and dessert. Moonfish is a fine dining establishment and reservations are highly recommended.

Morton's, the Steakhouse

7600 Dr. Phillips Boulevard

Orlando, FL 32819

407-248-3485

Morton's offers a fine dining experience filled with a hearty selection of appetizers, steaks, other meats, desserts, and fine wines. The service at Morton's is impeccable. Reservations are required.

Roy's

7760 W. Sand Lake Road

Orlando, FL 32819

407-352-4844

Roy's offers a unique Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine that is blended with classic European sauces and Asian spices. Seafood is readily available on the menu fitting in with the Hawaiian mix. Menu's often change daily based on market availability and chef's choice.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

7501 Sand Lake Road

Orlando, FL 32819

407-226-3900

A steak lover's second home. Ruth's Chris is best known for their mouth watering steak selections, although they do have an array of other menu selections. Fine dining, but bring your bibs.

Samba Room

A Cuban Bar and Latin Café with a menu to beat. The menu includes classic Cuban favorites. Samba room is well known for their bar and selection of beverages. Samba Room offers a very fun environment, sure to capture your attention.

Seasons 52

7700 Sand Lake Road

Orlando, FL 32819

407-354-5212

From Darden Restaurants, well known to most of us as the owner's of Red Lobster and The Olive Garden, comes Seasons 52. Best described as a sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar, the restaurant features seasonal menu's, often changing weekly to offer guests only the freshest healthful foods. This is a prime adult spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The menu selections are above and beyond, as well as the wine selections.

GETTING AROUND ORLANDO

You will more than likely be coming into the Orlando International airport, if flying.

Coach USA

Coach USA offers full-service transportation from the International Airport to any and all of your destinations, including city tours, sightseeing, and taxi service. They have rates from one person up to 10,000.

http://www.coachusa.com/

Mears Transportation offers full-service accommodations to and from the Orlando International airport, shuttle services to and from locations of your choice, as well as single-family taxi rentals. Mears also offers city tours.

http://www.mearstransportation.com

KTS Transportation specializes in transportation from the Orlando International Airport and offers ground transportation using sedans, limousines, vans, minu buses and bus transportation.

http://www.ktstransport.com/

Renting A Car

If you are renting a car during your stay to Orlando, you can visit the Orlando International Airport website, http://www.orlandoairports.net:/goaa/ops/rac.htm, for a list of companies that have facilities within the airport. Utilizing services at the airport will be much easier and if you plan accordingly, can be cheaper.

Both Walt Disney World and Universal Studios offer transportation to and from their hotels and dining areas, so if you plan to keep your stay within the confines of either of these areas, you will need to just plan your departure and arrival times based on the transportation available to you. During busy travel times, your expected wait time for transportation should be no more than fifteen minutes.

Tours

Orlando is a big place and can be overwhelming for travelers that aren't directionally savvy. City tours are available if you don't want to venture in a rented vehicle. Also, you won't want to miss the landscape and atmosphere of the area. You are sure to be delighted and see why The City Beautiful captures thousands of �snow-birds' each year.

Listed are companies that offer more than one service, so that you have more variety to choose from.

Orlando Tours can take you through the city on a driving tour, hot-air balloon ride, snorkeling, and many other adventurous expeditions Orlando has to offer.

http://www.orlando-tours.com/

Marvelous Adventures offers group tours, ticketing packages, and discount packages based on what sights you would like to see in the area. http://www.marvelousadventures.com/Tours/two.htm

Coach USA and Mears listed above also have city and group tours available.

THEME PARKS

Orlando definitely has its fill of theme parks. With over seven major theme parks to choose from, you shouldn't find yourself filled with boredom. The major theme parks are generally priced around fifty dollars per adult. Most of the theme parks offer special passes that allow you to �hop' from park to park, or visit more than one of their affiliated destinations in one day.

For example, Universal Studios has two major theme parks, Universal Orlando, and Islands of Adventure. Say that you have planned your attractions that you want to attend at Universal Studios, will be eating lunch at Universal Citywalk and then want to visit Islands of Adventure to get a taste of both of these areas. Passes are available for you to do this. It is generally called park hopping. All theme parks have packages to purchase according to your stay, or you can purchase a one day admission pass. Just pay attention to the rates available. You want your dollars to be as flexible as possible so that you make the most of your vacation.

Walt Disney World Theme Parks

So many travelers to Orlando focus on spending their time within Walt Disney World, and it is easy to do. With four theme parks, a few dozen full-service restaurants, events, and activities to choose from your days could easily be filled. Listed are the most popular attractions within each theme park, dining opportunities, special tours, and special events listed by month.

Disney's Animal Kingdom

Nahtazoo. Disney's Animal Kingdom isn't a zoo, but will take you on a journey through African safari's, Asia's outdoor environment, and through the land of Dinosaurs. An adventure filled with animal adventures and just plain nature.

Must Sees at Animal Kingdom

Dinosaur

A big thrill ride that will take you 65 million years in the past to encounter dinosaurs. While this ride isn't meant for smaller children, there is a great dinosaur playground just within DinoLand.

Festival of the Lion King

A 30 minute Broadway style live musical that will take you through the Circle of Life.

It's Tough to be a Bug

A 3-D adventure allowing you an intimate experience with our friends from Disney and Pixar's Bugs Life. A show you will surely not want to miss.

Kali River Rapids

A raft adventure on the Chakranadi River, through an Asian rainforest. You're sure to get wet on this ride.

Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade

Classic Disney characters visit the jungle and parade through Animal Kingdom for a visit filled with laughter, fun, and music.

Dining at Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom offers character dining with Donald Duck and friends, Quick Service locations, for eating on the go, and sit down dining at Rainforest Café-Animal Kingdom.

Restaurantosaurus

Join Donald and Friends for a spectacular breakfast right in the heart of DinoLand.

Rainforest Café-Animal Kingdom

Dining at Rainforest Café is sure to be an amazing experience, and I'm not only talking about the food, which will please young and old. You will dine amongst animated jungle friends, mother nature, and erupting volcanoes.

Epcot

Travel around the world and visit the spectacle of culture through China, Norway, Italy, Japan, and more around the World Showcase lagoon. Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of technology and become an active participant in testing new products at Innoventions. Most importantly, don't forget to bring your imagination as you explore all that Epcot has in store.

Must Sees at Epcot®

Test Track: Challenge your vehicle as a race car driver with speeds up to 65 mph.

“Honey, I Shrunk The Audience”

As a shrunk member of the audience, you will embark upon a 3-D adventure that you will never forget.

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth

A nightly spectacle including all of the countries surrounding the World Showcase with fireworks, music, and images cast through light onto a large globe in the middle of the lagoon.

Journey Into Imagination With Figment

Join Figment, the friendly spirited dragon, on his friendly tour through the Imagination Institute. Make sure you have your Imagination tagging along.

Spaceship Earth

Travel through Epcot's famous geosphere and relive 40,000 years of innovative technology in the field of communications.

Innoventions: The Road to Tomorrow

Within Innoventions you will find two pavilions filled with technological breakthroughs to heighten your senses and can explore the facets of new technology.

Dining at Epcot

Epcot is one of my favorite places to eat, so don't skip meals during your visit to this theme park. It is highly recommended that you schedule for priority seating to ensure you eat timely and comfortably. When our family travels to Epcot we usually plan to have a mid afternoon meal, eat snacks as needed and then fill up on pastries from Boulangerie Patisserie, a convenient pastry shop in the confines at France.

A la Carte

Restaurant Akershus

Dine in a 14th century Norweigan castle feasting on all of the specialties you care to eat. The specialities of Restaurant Akershus are smoked and roasted meats, cheeses, and seafood dishes.

You can also join the Disney Princesses for breakfast at a character dining experience located at Akershus.

L' Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante

Share your meal in a Roman Renaissance palace filled with remnants. Your classic Italian meal is sure to be as amazing as your surroundings.

Bistro de Paris

Travel to Paris for an intimate French dining experience.

Les Chefs de France

Sample French cuisine and culture at Chefs de France.

Coral Reef Restaurant

Inside The Living Seas pavilion you will be dining under the sea and sitting alongside a spectacular view. The Coral Reef serves food that is organically grown at Ecpot.

Le Cellier Steakhouse

Within the cellar you of a comfortable Canadian ch�teau enjoy an incredible meal at the Le Cellier Steakhouse.

Tempura Kiku

Sushi anyone? Enjoy fresh sushi artfully prepared; tempura and vegetable dishes are also served.

Nine Dragons Restaurant

A Chinese palace designed for a royal feast.

Restaurant Marrakesh

A Sultan's palace offering fine flavors from Morocco.

Rose & Crown Dining Room

An authentic pub and restaurant that will make anyone's mouth water.

San Angel Inn

Dine on the River of Time in Mexico; a menu filled with excellent traditional meals.

Teppanyaki Dining Room

A menu filled with traditional stir-fry fare. Watch as your personal Japanese chef prepares your meal at your dining table. A spectacle and a tasty meal for all of your family to enjoy.

The Garden Grill Restaurant

Dine with Mickey Mouse and his friends in the rotating restaurant located in The Land Pavillion.

Biergarten Restaurant

Have an appetite that can't be beat? Join in on Germany's daily Oktoberfest at their all you care to eat buffet.

Within Epcot you will also find several counter service stations to grab a snack or a quick meal on the go.

Special Tours

All tour information is listed at www.disney.com and is separate from the regular park admission. Disney also offers VIP Tour Services and can offer you more information on all of the special tours within Walt Disney World.

The UnDISCOVERed Future World

See Walt Disney's vision for improving the future during this special tour.

Seas Aqua Tour

Dive in to The Living Seas aquarium and share an amazing aqua adventure during your trip to Epcot.

Hidden Treasures of World Showcase

A tour of the treasures within the cultural confines of Epcot's World Showcase.

Gardens of the World

Join Disney horticulturists as they explain their job in creating and maintaining the gardens among the World Showcase.

Epcot DiveQuest

Scuba into an underwater wonderland.

Dolphins in Depth

Meet the dolphin residents of The Living Seas up close.

Magic Kingdom

Enter a storybook fantasy: one that you have created. At Magic Kingdom you can create your own adventures, visit with the Disney characters and live within your own imagination for a day.

Must Sees at the Magic Kingdom

Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams

An amazing fireworks extravaganza hosted nightly at Cinderella's castle.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin

Help Buzz from Toy Story save the toy galazy from Emperor Zurg as you tag targets with your interactive laser cannons.

Space Mountain

Disney's high-speed roller coaster adventure through space.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Jump into your boat matey and sail the high seas with the Pirates of the Caribbean.

The Haunted Mansion

Ride through the haunted manor as ghosts and ghouls enhance your stay.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Join the runaway roller coaster through the gold-mining town of Tumbleweed. Hold on!

Dining at The Magic Kingdom

The Magic Kingdom offers several character dining experiences. Join Cinderella at her royal table for breakfast and eat like a prince or princess. Eat in style with Winnie the Pooh and friends at The Crystal Palace. Eat with Minnie and friends at the Liberty Tree Tavern for an American style dinner at an 18th century colonial in.

These dining experiences are very popular and a hit with children of all ages. Be sure to schedule priority seating for these locations in advance. Cinderella's breakfast is often booked for months ahead.

Casual Dining

Liberty Tree Tavern

Hearty American style meals inside an 18th century colonial inn.

Tony's Town Square

Dine at the Italian restaurant inspired by the classic scene from Lady and the Tramp.

Within The Magic Kingdom you will also find several counter service locations to pick up snacks and light meals.

Special Tours

All tour information is listed at www.disney.com and is separate from the regular park admission. Disney also offers VIP Tour Services and can offer you more information on all of the special tours within Walt Disney World.

Join the Magic Backstage

The secrets of the magic of Walt Disney World revealed.

Disney's Behind the Magic of Our Steam Trains

Join the steam train crew as they prepare for their daily rail operation.

Disney's Family Magic Tour

Join the quest to uncover clues and keep The Magic Kingdom from the evil doings of the Disney villain.

Disney's Welcome to the Magic Kingdom

A special welcome with an introductory guide to all of the seven themed lands within the Kingdom.

Keys to the Kingdom

Discover hidden backstage secrets during this special tour of Disney's history.

Disney's MGM Studios

Hello showbiz. Welcome to the MGM Studios. Celebrate entertainment and take center stage as the star in your own adventure. Step into a rock �n' roll fantasy to a Broadway stage experience and dance in the spotlight during your visit to the Studios.

Must Sees at Disney MGM Studios

Rock �n' Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith

Jump into your stretch limo and enjoy your Hollywood coaster ride to the fresh tunes of Aerosmith.

Fantasmic

A nightly adventure into the imagination of Mickey Mouse, filled with Disney characters.

Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage!

Sing, dance, and play with Jim Henson's Bear in the Big Blue House and other characters from Playhouse Disney, including Stanley, Winnie the Pooh, and Rolie Polie Olie.

Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular

Join in on the suspense from Raiders of the Lost Ark during a live show opening your eyes to movie stunts and special effects in film.

Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage

Become a guest at the Broadway-style production at the Theater of the Stars. Join the stars from Beauty and the Beast as they tell a tale �as old as time'.

Voyage of The Little Mermaid

Join Ariel's voyage from the underwater world, her encounter with Ursula, the evil sea witch and desire to be part of our world.

Dining at MGM Studios

Dine in Hollywood amongst stars at any of the glamorous sit down restaurants, or grab lunch on the go as you tour the park.

A la Carte

50's Prime Time Café

Turn back the clock and dine from Mom's kitchen a classic TV dinner. Make sure you eat all of your vegetables or you just might be denied dessert.

The Hollywood Brown Derby

Dine like a star at MGM's version of the Hollywood Brown Derby.

Mama Melrose Ristorante Italiano

Classic Italian food to please all taste palettes.

Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater

Eat in style at the Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater. The booth's are shaped like cars and your waiter will grab your treats from the theater kitchen. Enjoy burgers and shakes as you are entertained by the big indoor screen.

Buffet

Hollywood & Vine

Nicknamed – “Cafeteria of the stars”, an all you care to eat dining experience on your journey through Hollywood.

Take a sentimental journey to the Golden Age of Hollywood when you dine at this “cafeteria to the stars.”

Walt Disney World Special Events

Epcot International Flower and Garden

April through June

An enlightening journey through the spectacle of flowers.

MGM's Star Wars Weekends

May through June

Get close with all of your Star Wars favorites.

Night of Joy at Magic Kingdom

September: Live concerts from numerous Christian bands.

Resort Wide: FUNAI Classic

Late October

Golf classic at Disney's Palm and Magnolia courses.

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

October through November

Travel the worlds and savor food and wines from several countries.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

October Dates: Trick or Treat amongst all of the friends at Magic Kingdom.

MGM Studios ABC Super Soap Weekend

November

Meet your favorite stars from ABC's soap opera line-up.

Downtown Disney's Festival of the Masters

November

An acclaimed open air art exhibit.

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

November through December Dates:

Join the celebration and make your holiday the merriest with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party – the best gift that won't fit under your tree.

Downtown Disney's Festival of the Seasons

November through December

A magical holiday shopping adventure. Bring your shopping list.

Epcot's Holidays Around the World

November through December

Celebrate holidays and the different cultural events from around the world.

Pleasure Island New Year's Eve

A street party with music, festivities, and alcohol, an event you won't forget.

Disney's Boardwalk Atlantic Dance Hall New Year's Eve

December 31st

Dance the night away to the latest sounds at the hall of Disney.

Universal Studios Orlando

At Universal you can “Ride the Movies”. Join in the spectacle of entertainment that we find in movies from Jaws to Twister. The Studios has much to offer in rides, shows, actual movie sets, and attractions from some of the biggest blockbusters yet.

Must Sees at Universal Studios

Shrek 4-D

A four dimensional movie showcasing our favorite heroine Princess Fiona as the funloving Shrek characters embark on a honeymoon adventure. With the special effect of OgreVision, you will hear and feel what is taking place around you.

Jimmy Neutron's Nicktoon Blast

Ooblar has stolen Jimmy's newest rocket creation The Mark IV and as a guest on this blast, you will board your own rocket and join Jimmy and his best friend Carl and dog Goddard on a chase through several Nicktoons.

Terminator 2 3-d

The TERMINATOR is battling futuristic cyborgs to prevent our extinction. The

3-D showcases live stunts, special effects and three dimensional film to offer us an enlightening movie experience.

ET Adventure

Help ET make it home. You will soar across the stars, just like Elliot did in the classic tale to get ET to safety.

Men IN Black Alien Attack

You will become and agent trainee and zap aliens as you spin through the streets of New York. This is an interactive ride with multiple endings.

Nickelodeon Studios

The Nickelodeon Studios actually produces television shows and movies within Universal Studios Orlando. Depending on which day you visit the Studios, you might be able to guest as an audience member for one of their shows.

Dining at Universal Studios

The Studio's mostly offers casual dining locations where you can eat on the go and not miss any of the attractions the theme has to offer. The selection of places to stop is incredible. Full-service restaurants are listed below for sit down service.

Finnegan's Bar & Grill

Finnegan's is a full service restaurant offering foods with an Irish-American flair. This is a great place to stop in the middle of your day to enjoy a belly warming meal.

Lombard's Seafood Grill

Lombard's is known for what else? Their grilled seafood items. They offer lobster, steak, pasta dishes and more.

Islands of Adventure

An adventures you're sure not to forget. With dinosaurs from Jurassic Park at the ready, mystical wizards surrounding, and roller-coasters surrounding, you have no reason not to have a good time.

Must Sees at Islands of Adventure

Incredible Hulk Coaster

Dr. Bruce Banner's gamma-ray accelerator is malfunctioning. You are launched from zero to 40 miles per hour in two seconds and are forced to hold on as you tear through air with speed.

Jurassic Park

Relax on a river raft ride and watch the dinosaurs in their natural habitats. Uh-oh. The fences are down and the Raptors have broken loose. The only way out of this situation is to plunge into an 85 food waterfall of darkness. Hold on.

Seuss Landing

Ride through the pages of Dr. Seuss's book Cat in the Hat. One thing is for sure, make sure you clean up before Mom comes home.

Dining at Islands of Adventure is very casual and offers a variety of types of food to eat on the go.

Events.

Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando

February through March dates

Enjoy Mardi Gras outside of New Orleans and right in the backyard of Universal Studios. Offered through select dates and included with park admission.

Rock the Universe at Universal Studios

September dates

A weekend of soul, fellowship and fun with concerts from an average of tweny artists, and guest speakers, this is an event not to miss.

Halloween Horror Nights

September-November dates

Terror at every turn. Encounter the walking dead, monsters emerging from darkness and squirm through haunted houses. All of this is by choice of course, tickets are purchased separate from park admission.

Macy's Holiday Parade

November and December dates

Yes, you've read correctly. A classic holiday parade offered right at Universal Studios. Happy Holidays.

Meet The Grinch� at Universal's Islands of Adventure®

Meet the one and only, Mr. Grinch and see what he has to offer you in WHOliday cheer.

Sea World

http://www.seaworld.com/

Seaworld is an expansive 200 acre marine adventure park offering shows, rides, and animal adventures. Visit with Shamu, get up close with dolphins, even feeding them, and enjoy the world of indoor aquariums, penguins, and an overall water adventure. When visiting the Sea World website you can plan your day around all of the must see shows and events.

Must Sees at Sea World

Wild Arctic

Jump on board a jet helicopter for a motion-based flight to a research station, Base Station Wild Arctic. You'll enter the frozen area of the Arctic and see walruses, beluga whales and polar bears in their environment.

Kraken

Kraken is the monster under your bed. The tallest, fastest roller coaster in Orlando. Hold onto your seats.

Journey To Atlantis

Journey to the city of Atlantis, traveling on water and high-speed rails, you will be chased by spirits that want to keep Atlantis preserved, with you in it. To keep yourselves from being consumed you will drop 60 feet to safety. You might just get a little wet.

Shamu Adventure

Hosted by Jack Hanna, join Shamu's Adventure and watch and learn about the killer whales.

Manatees

While you are visiting, you have to see the Manatees. Sea World has created an area for the manatees to live in their natural habitat to house hurt manatees, care for them and release them back into the wild. Get up close and visit with the 1000 pound sea cows and see what you can do to prevent manatees from becoming extinct.

Shark Encounter

Travel through an underwater acrylic tunnel just underneath haunting underwater animals, including the barracuda, eels, fish, and sharks. This is a spectacle that you can't miss. Each panel in the tunnel can support the pressure of over 500 tons of water.

Dining

Sea World offers a wide selection of dining choices. Listed are full-service dining options. They do have several locations to eat on the go including the Anheuser-Busch Hospitality Center where adults can sample some of their fine beverages.

Shamu and Crew Character Breakfast

Start your day with a friendly face: Shamu. Enjoy a buffet breakfast including all of the fixings and most likely your favorites. Reservations required.

Sharks Underwater Grill

Dine right with the sharks. This is an upscale, full service location that has a specialty in a blend of Caribbean and Florida foods. On the menu you will find seafood, prime beef and chicken entrees. It is recommended to make reservations a few days in advance of your trip.

Dine with Shaumu

A backstage dinner buffet with SeaWorld's biggest star. A special kids menu is available.

Makahiki Luau

A nightly celebration celebrating the customs of the Pacific Islands. Polynesian style food is served so bring an empty belly.

Seafire Inn

The Seafire Inn has an incredible selection of meals from steak burgers to salads and stir-fry choices, you can't go wrong dining at the Inn.

Tours

Adventure Express Tour

A six hour tour where you can learn about all of your favorite animals, including vip treatment at the thrill rides Kraken, Journey to Atlantis, and Wild Arctic, interaction with a penguin, a lunch packed just for you, and a guide to answer any and all of your questions.

Behind-the-Scenes Tours

These are all one hour walking tours ideal for children and adults including Predators Tour, Polar Expedition Tour, and Saving a Species Tour. You are sure to be enlightened on your incredible intimate journey.

Trainer for a Day

This is a four hour program that allows you to intern with a trainer of marine animals. Your day will start with an orientation, dressing in appropriate attire, then getting up close and personal with the animals. All areas of care for the animals will be taught within this four hour time period. This is definitely a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Discovery Cove

http://www.discoverycove.com

At Discovery Cove you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with animals in the water, from dolphins, to tropical fish and birds. Relax on the beach and take in the surroundings as an attendant covers your every need.

Discovery Cove offers a gourmet buffet to quell everyone's thirst and hunger. Even your pickiest eaters will enjoy the food that is offered at this buffet.

Water Parks

Orlando has four major water parks Disney's Blizzard Beach, Disney's Typhoon Lagoon, Wet �n' Wild, and Water Mania. During the summer months the water parks are a great place to hang out and chill off. All of the water parks have an array of thrill rides, water slides, inner-tube rides, children areas, food stations, and more. Visit the websites of the parks for more information.

Disney's Blizzard Beach

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon

Visit http://www.disney.com and the water parks are listed under destinations, Walt Disney World, Parks.

Wet �n' Wild

http://www.wetnwild.com/

Water Mania

http://www.watermania-florida.com/

RECREATION

Orlando is filled with activities and leisure outside of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Take the time to indulge in activities you have always dreamed of. When asking about rates for all recreation, be sure to ask for discounts. Some locations will offer discounts during specific times of year or for groups as small as six.

Golfing is a high demand recreation for Orlando. I have included a link in the resources section because the Orlando area has so many courses to visit. If you visit the Orlando area in March, be sure to catch the Bay Hill Invitational, just minutes from the major theme parks.

Aquatic Wonders Boat Tours

Scenic tours on Lake Tohopekaliga

101 Lakeshore Blvd

Kissimmee, FL

US, 34741

407 846 2814

http://www.members.aol.com/awtcorp

The Florida boat rides are very intriguing. During your trip you will hear details about central Florida's geography and heritage.

Boggy Creek Airboat Rides

Tour Boggy Creek

3702 Big Bass Road

Kissimmee, FL

US, 34744

http://www.bcairboats.com

407 -344- 9550

Along the Boggy Creek wetlands your airboat adventure will reach about 45 miles per hour, offering a great thrill. You're sure to see gators in their natural habitat as well as other animals. Tours run every half hour, so reservations aren't required.

Gatorland

14501 Orange Blossom Trail

Orlando, FL

1-800-393-JAWS

http://www.ripleys.com/ripintro.html

Visit Gatorland, one of Orlando's original tourist attractions. You will see thousands of animals including gators, snakes, bears and birds in their natural habitats. Alternating throughout the day you can see Gator Jumparoo, Snakes of Florida, and Gator Wrestlin' Cracker-Style, the shows offered at Gatorland.

The Green Barn on the Lake

1800 Mac Overstreet Road

Kissimmee, Fl 34746

http://www.wguides.com/city/75/154_235838.cfm

Central Florida at one time was a cattle raising area. At The Green Barn on the Lake you can visit one of the largest areas that still raises cattle and tour the ranching life. The barn also holds barbecues, cowboy talent exhibitions, cattle drives, and other diversions.

Horse World Riding Stables

Ride the trail

3705 South Poinciana Blvd

Kissimmee, FL 34758

407-847-4343

http://www.horseworldstables.com

If you like horseback riding, the stables are an excellent stop along your trip to adventure along Florida's horse trails. The beginners ride is about 50 minutes long and beginners are welcome, as well as children six years and older. The rides take place over 750 acres. On site is a barnyard and playground.

Luke's Grove

3945 Crosley Avenue

St. Cloud, FL

US, 34772

407-892-5090

Citrus is one of Florida's largest crops. Come and tour our crops and even pick citrus. Learn how citrus is grown, maintained, and how our fruit is boxed and shipped. During your tour you will sample more than twenty varieties of fruit grown in Luke's Grove.

Citrus is a year-round crop. During Feb-April you can find strawberry picking fields that run about $2-3 dollars per pound. A great stop for fruit lovers.

Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum

8201 International Drive

Orlando, FL 32819

1-800-998-4418

http://www.ripleys.com/ripintro.html

Visit Ripley's Believe it or Not and visit all of the sixteen galleries of odd exhibits from around the world. Each of the Ripley's locations are unique, so you will be experiencing a whole new world at the location here in Orlando.

Skyscapes Balloon Tours

5755 Cove Drive

Orlando, FL 32812

407-856-4606

http://www.angelfire.com/fl5/skyscapes/aboutus.html

Have you always wanted to fly in a hot air balloon? Well not is your chance. Tours are available for families and includes ground transportation, a balloonist ceremony, champagne brunch and certificate. Flights are available seven days a week, weather permitting and reservations are required.

Titanic – The Exhibition

The Mercado

8445 International Drive

Orlando, FL 32819

407 248-1166

http://www.titanicshipofdreams.com/

Visit the Titanic rebuilt at the Mercado. Adventure through the ship of dreams and see all of the treasures that have been recaptured over the years through underwater diving excavations.

Trolley and Train Museum

8990 International Drive

Orlando 32819

(407) 363-9002

http://www.theotherorlando.com/contents/chapters/13/trainland.html

Choo-Choo! Come and visit the 4,800 square feet train exhibit that holds over 3,000 feet of train track and a surrounding village to beat. At the door you are given a scavenger hunt checklist that includes the Abominable Snowman, Bigfoot, Santaland and other features of the train. Can you find them all? Just outside the museum doors is a huge shop that holds six mini train tables for kids to enjoy. Within the confines of the museum you can also adventure on helicopter rides.

Warbird Adventures, Inc.

233 North Hoagland Blvd

Kissimmee, FL 34741

407-870-7366

http://www.warbirdadventures.com/

Train in the premier Fighter of the World War II, on The North American T-6/SNJ Texan/Harvard and experience the rush of flying high. You get to take control of the plane next to an instructor for a 100% hands on experience.

Wonderworks

9067 International Drive

Orlando, FL 32819

407-351-8800

http://www.wonderworksonline.com

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