| World famous theme parks and iconic family | | | | Fearsomely known as the ‘Alligator Capital of the |
| attractions sit side-by-side with cultural hubs, city parks | | | | World' the 110-acre Gatorland Park takes visitors on an |
| and wild habitats in the city of Orlando. With several | | | | adventure featuring hundreds of crocodiles and |
| visits' worth of famous things to do and a strong | | | | alligators, dozens of other lizards and reptiles, a swamp |
| emphasis on showcasing the city's heritage through its | | | | walk and much more to 'snap' at. |
| network of museums and visitor centres, Orlando is | | | | Prepare for lift off at the Kennedy Space Centre |
| not just a sun-kissed city getaway, but instead a great | | | | Visitor Complex. This is where shuttles still launch from |
| all-round family holiday destination. Known as ‘The | | | | today and the modern and dynamic visitor centre |
| City Beautiful' thanks to its lush, fertile land, extensive | | | | educates and stimulates as displays, exhibitions and |
| wildlife spotting opportunities, dozens of parks and | | | | mock-launches all add up to a great visitor experience. |
| green spaces and array of over 300 rivers and lakes, | | | | Take to the skies in a completely different fashion with |
| Orlando certainly seems to have everything to offer | | | | a hot air balloon ride over Orlando's many theme |
| visitors, but here's ten of the best things to see and do | | | | parks. Leaving seven days a week, Orange Blossom |
| when you visit. | | | | Balloons can give you a view and perspective of this |
| Walt Disney World is undoubtedly one of the city's key | | | | colourful city not to be beaten. |
| attractions and draws thousands of visitors each year | | | | Spend the evening at the medieval Arabian Nights, |
| all by itself, but it's not all cartoon characters and | | | | where more than 50 horses perform spectacular |
| fairytale castles. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a | | | | shows in the world's largest indoor equestrian arena, or |
| great place to watch exotic wildebeest and giraffes | | | | head to The Social on Orange Avenue; the home of |
| roaming around, or you could head over to Disney's | | | | Orlando's up-and-coming musicians and bands. You're |
| Wide World of Sports to take part in interactive sports | | | | spoiled for choice for dining in Orlando; mouth-watering |
| experiences and maybe even meet a star or two. For | | | | BBQ and live music is always on the menu at Sea |
| young families though, Walt Disney Character Dining is | | | | World's Bands, Brew & BBQ, and true historic |
| a dinner experience never to forget, as you can dine in | | | | Floridian cuisine can be found at the Old Hickory |
| the company of Disney's most famous characters. | | | | Steakhouse, or try Norman's for one of the city's most |
| Universal Studios is where the big screen magic | | | | awarded formal culinary experiences. Many Orlando |
| comes to life in the form of rides, simulators, interactive | | | | Hotels also feature popular restaurants and |
| experiences and more, plus, every Saturday night from | | | | memorable dining opportunities, so don't forget to |
| February to April, an authentic Mardi Gras takes over, | | | | check the specials board before heading out for an |
| complete with Cajun food, vibrant colours and live | | | | evening. |
| music. | | | | |