If you have not visited the Walt Disney World (WDW) – you have not visited Orlando, Florida! Known as the theme-park world capital, Orlando's Walt Disney World is its most famous attraction for tourists. Other well known and special attractions in Orlando are the Kennedy Space Center; Disney's Magic Kingdom; Universal Studios, Cinderella's Castle and the Epcot Center.
Orlando flights are frequent and booking of the same can easily be done online. Millions of tourists visit Orlando each year with eager anticipation to enjoy the marvels this city has to offer. The city itself reveals a lot of history, while well planned neighborhoods with manicured gardens give it a tranquil quality. Because of its strong tourist draw, Orlando has a sizzling nightlife with top class restaurants offering fine dining. To really enjoy all the special sights in Orlando, it would be helpful to get hold of a map from the main Tourist Information Bureau. A guide service is also provided and one can avail of the theme park discounted tickets. If you are booked into an up market hotel you will probably be able to obtain all this information at the Lobby Reception Desk. A magic Kingdom which is the most popular and well known of the four parks in Disney World promises live shows and exciting rides. Epcot Center has an educational slant and Animal Kingdom has a nature theme. Sea World features sea mammals, and Wet 'n' Wild has the distinction of being one of the nicest water parks in Florida. Other attractions include Islands of Adventure and Downtown Disney, the latter catering to evening revelers.
Taking a tour around Orlando city, one would come across Big Tree Park which has the oldest and largest trees in America. Parks such as the Lake Louisa State Park, Bok Tower Gardens and Harry P. Leu Gardens all provide visitors a place to enjoy relaxing moments. The Bank of America at DuPont Center is an eye catching skyscraper as is the Sun Trust Center noted for its striking pyramids. Concerts, parades, sporting events, concerts and music festivals take place throughout the year. Halloween is celebrated in a big way with the Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights. Other notable events are the International Fringe Festival, Zora Neale Hurston Festival and the Magical Dining Month which takes place in September.
Visiting Orlando is an unforgettable experience. It can prove an action packed holiday. Though there is a heavy tourist rush especially during the peak season if you plan in advance you too can book on one of the Orlando flights and get to be amazed and thrilled by all the city has to offer.
Martin Wynn
