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1) Universal's Harry Potter Theme Park Set to Boost Florida Holidays
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Universal's upcoming theme park The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has been three years in the making, and is the only licensed attraction in the world inspired by JK Rowling's hugely successful book and film franchise. The park is set to open within the next few months, and is expected to provide a significant boost in international visitors to Universal's Orlando resort, after attendance fell in 2009.
The premier attraction confirmed for the 20 acre (81,000 square metres) park is...
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2) Enjoy the Great American Race with a pit stop in Orlando!
Author:
Gregory Nelson / Westgate Resorts
Category:
Travel and Leisure
While most sporting events save their best for last, NASCAR does things a little differently...instead choosing to run their biggest, richest and most prestigious race as the first race of each new season.
The Daytona 500 truly is the Great American Race, featuring 43 of the world's best stock car drivers taking 200 laps around on the famed 2.5 mile tri-oval at Daytona International Speedway. http://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/
Now more than 50 years after the inaugural Daytona 5...
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3) Change is the Key to Orlando Theme Park Success
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
The combined conurbation of Orlando / Kissimmee in Florida undoubtedly contains one of the world's biggest playgrounds. Ever since Disney opened The Magic Kingdom back in 1971 the area has been continually developed, attracting millions of visitors each year from all over the globe.
Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two water parks, several golf courses, 24 themed hotels and a shopping and entertainment district that all make it the largest recreational reso...
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4) Keep The Kids Happy With Walt Disney World Packages
Author:
Terry Toohey
Category:
Travel and Leisure
If your family is looking to visit Florida on your next vacation, then Walt Disney World Packages are possibly something you should investigate if you want to do as much as you can without spending too much.
This is the perfect way for you to book the flights, tickets and accommodation in one go and save yourself hours of wasted time as a result. The ideal sitation for anyone who's short on both time and money.
Know The Answers To these Questions When Researching Walt Disney World Package...
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5) Explore The Theme Parks In Orlando
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
It's virtually impossible to take a holiday in Orlando, Florida without visiting some of the theme parks it is home to. From Disney to Universal and many other smaller ones as well, you'll be spoilt for choice if the mere mention of the words 'theme park' has you reaching to buy a ticket to get in.
The Walt Disney World resort is almost a holiday in itself. With four main theme parks and two water parks all rolled into one, you can see there is much more than a day's worth of ac...
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6) Out and About in Orlando
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Orlando might be home to some of the nation's greatest theme parks and renowned as a family destination, but the city has lots more to offer visitors of all sorts, from families and couples to solo travellers.
Orlando is of course famous for its many theme parks and there are certainly plenty to choose from. There are four theme parks at Walt Disney World alone as well as two water parks so there is plenty here to keep everyone amused.
The Magic Kingdom theme park i...
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7) Top Three USA Destinations to Take a Pit Stop At
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Boasting a plethora of golden beaches, breathtaking landscapes and an eclectic array of lively cities, the USA is a magnificent country, bursting with a unique sense of character and style. Offering up a varied and exciting travel experience, visitors' taste buds cannot fail to be tickled by the sheer amount of sights, iconic attractions and activities on offer.
Argued to be the only way to see the USA, driving holidays are extremely popular. And, considering the prospect of cru...
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8) Why Orlando is the Entertainment King of the Theme Park Jungle
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
As the land of entertainment and fun, Orlando is one destination guaranteed to keep you on your toes. Bathed in golden sunshine and filled with an unparalleled array of theme parks, golf courses and shopping opportunities, it's the perfect place to keep the whole family amused, regardless of when you go.
Cited as one of the USA's most visited cities, it's located in the south-east of the country, within the state of Florida. Traditionally famous for being a major citrus-growing...
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9) A Guide to Orlando, Land of Entertainment
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Boasting oodles of hot, golden sunshine, lush parkland and some of the best amusement attractions around, Orlando is a place simply bursting with energy and character. From its unparalleled range of theme parks and fun-inspired tourist attractions to its plethora of fascinating cultural venues, there's something to excite even the hardest to please travellers.
Based in the state of Florida, the city is renowned for being a centre of innovation in such areas as digital media and...
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10) Orlando in Bloom all Year Round
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
With the cost of flights decreasing and access increasing to ever more weird and wonderful places around the globe, the whole notion of what makes a 'holiday' has changed greatly in recent years.
Whilst two weeks of fun in the sun would once have been a sufficient break for most people, mountain trekking, safaris or inter-railing around Europe are now a more likely holiday choice for countless people.
However, there is a lot to be said for the classic holiday destin...
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11) Theme Parks are not the Only Attraction Orlando has to Offer
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Cited as one of the world's fastest growing cities, Orlando, Florida is not only famous for being home to some of America's greatest theme parks, but it is also renowned for its role in the fields of digital media and bio medicine.
Located in the Orange County, it covers an area of more than 100 square miles and has a population of nearly 225,000 people. Although it is one of the busiest cities in the US for conferences and conventions, it is tourism that forms Orlando's econom...
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12) Disneyland California - One of the Biggest Amusement Park
Author:
Peter Fleming II
Category:
Sports
The Walt Disney World Tickets give you a chance to experience world's most popular amusement park. This unique amusement park houses four theme parks and two water parks and located at Orlando City in Florida, USA. Disney's Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney Universal Studios are main theme parks of Walt Disney World. Disney's Blizzard Beach and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon are water parks of Walt Disney World. Animal Kingdom is dedicated to the animal and environmental conservation...
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13) Florida: mixing it up in America's 'sunshine state'
Author:
Matthew Pressman
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Deciding where to go for a summer holiday can cause arguments, even in the most placid of households. Whilst many people would like nothing better than to lie on a beach for 2 weeks, soaking up the rays whilst perusing a fortnight's supply of glossy magazines, there's no doubt that others would prefer to mix it up a bit, by adding some activities, sightseeing and nightlife into the equation.
Of course, compromise is undoubtedly the way forward for many households, which then mea...
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14) Miami - the gateway to Florida
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
The amount of Britons booking holidays to Florida took a nose dive just after the turn of the new century, as USA immigration officials made entry to the USA a difficult and time-consuming experience to any non-residents in the wake of the appalling September 11th terrorist attacks.
However, immigration procedures for entry to the USA have now been streamlined, so big queues and a distinct lack of courtesy at immigration desks are now old news. The removal of that inconvenience added to the...
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15) The Most Magical Kids Holiday in the World
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
If you are planning a trip to Florida with the kids you won't want to miss the many delights that Disney World has to offer. Everyone knows and loves the magic of Disney and the many famous cartoon characters that most children have grown up with.
But if you are going to plan a holiday in the area it's a good idea to do your homework in advance. The park is so big and awe inspiring that if you don't have a good idea of where to go in advance, you might miss out on some of the best sights....
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16) Affordable Disney Vacation - How To Plan A Vacation For The Whole Family
Author:
Ian Wilkie
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Are you the kind of person who dreads holidays? Is this because you find it a hassle to plan and book a holiday? Well, worry no more. There are agencies available who will do all the booking, and planning for you and make sure you have a wonderful time at your chosen destination.Families with children will love visiting the Disney World in Florida, as these are not only fun but there is so much to see and explore keeping them occupied for a week or even longer. If you are planning to...
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17) Affordable Disney Vacation - The Magic Kingdom And Cinderella Castle
Author:
Ian Wilkie
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Spending a day watching Cinderella and her lavish castle will make the holiday memorable and one that the child will cherish all their life. Located in the middle of the two theme parks, this has been around since 1971, giving every visitor something new to look forward to.During your stay at the magical Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, you and you family members can take a walk through the Cinderella's castle, which has mosaic murals narrating the tale. Each of these is made of I...
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18) 2008 Disney Dining Plan Details Revealed!
Author:
Brian S Cooper
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Details of the 2008 Disney Dining Plan for Walt Disney World have recently been released. The Dining Plan will cost $37.99/day for those aged 10 and above and $9.99/day for children ages 3-9 (which is a dollar less per day than the 2007 plan.) The DELUXE Dining Plan will cost $69.99 for those aged 10 and above and $19.99 for children ages 3-9.For the regular Dining Plan in 2008 you'll receive the following:2 Meals Per Day: For the regular Dining...
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