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Orlando Holidays, Hotels & Travel Guide
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Orlando Holidays Overview
A guide to holidays in Orlando - Centre of Florida's 'Space Coast' around Cape
Canaveral, Cocoa Beach has become one of the Sunshine State's prime
resorts, boasting the top attraction of the Kennedy Space Center
and close proximity to Orlando's major theme park attractions 46
miles (74km) away. Sited on a six-mile (10km) long barrier island,
nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Banana River Lagoon,
Cocoa Beach offers the chance to watch a space launch from the
beach or ride the waves on which several surfing champions have cut
their teeth. The town has a large permanent population made up
largely of retirees, but this more than doubles during peak season
when the local hotels, motels, timeshares and condominium rentals
are filled with holidaymakers and sightseers. The quintessential
beach town, Cocoa Beach has an oceanfront running the entire length
of its city limits, fronted by numerous dining spots, shops and
cafes. There is also an historic pier, stretching 840ft (256m) into
the ocean, lined with restaurants, boutiques and souvenir shops and
providing for good fishing. A few minutes away is man-made Port
Canaveral, port of call for numerous cruise liners, where there are
also operators offering day sails, casino cruises and deep-sea
fishing charters. Cocoa Beach is connected to Port Canaveral and
various stops in-between by the Beach Trolley
service.
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Orlando
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Walt Disney World
www.disneyworld.com |
What is it? Orlando's most familiar landmark is
undoubtedly the turreted Cinderella Castle that stands in the
centre of the original Disney Florida theme park, the Magic
Kingdom, at Lake Buena Vista. The park was opened in 1971 and has
been making childhood fantasies come true ever since. Today it is
just one of four Disney parks that cover more than 28,000 acres of
Orange and Osceola counties in central Florida, with accompanying
resorts, shopping complexes, hotels and waterparks. Apart from the
Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Orlando now includes Epcot, a
futuristic showcase of the world's different cultures and
traditions; MGM Studios, a working animation and television studio;
and Animal Kingdom, where a huge variety of animals are kept in
themed surroundings along with a cast of Disney
characters.
Hours of Operation: Open daily, but park hours vary according to the
month and day; it is best to check on their website for up to date
information
Phone:(407) 824 4321 |
2. Sea World
www.seaworld.com |
What is it? Spread out between the Disney parks at Lake
Buena Vista and the downtown Orlando area is the renowned Sea World
attraction, which has been making a major splash in central Florida
for more than a quarter of a century. The park, owned and operated
by Annheuser-Busch, is designed to give an interactive look at the
sea and all its facets, featuring themed animal habitats from tidal
pools to iceberg lakes. In addition visitors can hug a dolphin or
kiss a killer whale, and watch the famous aquatic Sea World stars
go through their paces in various shows. The park also features fun
rides like the very popular water roller coaster thrill ride called
Journey to Atlantis. Neighbouring Discovery Cove (part of the Sea
World group) offers visitors a chance to swim with dolphins, view
wildlife, sunbathe on gorgeous beaches and snorkel amongst the
coral. See www.discoverycove.com
for details.
Hours of Operation: Daily from 9am, but closing hours vary according to
the month, closing earlier in winter
Phone:(407) 351 3600 |
3. Universal Studios
www.universalorlando.com |
What is it? Experienced theme parkers recommend that it
takes at least two days to fully appreciate all the delights on
offer at the Universal Orlando entertainment complex, which
includes two theme parks: the Islands of Adventure and Universal
Studios. The movie-themed park with its thrilling, innovative
fun-rides, production studios and film sets also has three superb
luxury on-site hotels so spending a night is a good idea. At
Universal Studios visitors are invited to go behind the scenes and
become involved in the movie action, while Islands of Adventure
offers thrilling rides, shows and attractions from five different
islands.
Hours of Operation: Daily from 9am, but closing hours vary according to
the month, closing earlier in winter
Phone:(407) 363 8000 |
Orlando
holidays - Top Events
1. Rajuncajun Crawfish Festival
From 2007-04-21
To 2007-04-21
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What is it? Louisiana's favourite Cajun dishes are served
up at a fun and food fest billed as an
'all-you-can-eat-n-drink-foot-stomping-Bayou-blast-good-time'! The
festival combines the tastes, smells and sounds peculiar to
Louisiana Cajun country, with activities like alligator exhibits
and airboat rides. Along with the crawfish, shrimp, corn, chicken
jambalaya and other favourites there is live entertainment and
contests.
Where is it? Isle of Pine's South Beach |
2. Orlando Fringe Festival
From 2007-05-01
To 2007-05-31
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What is it? The ten-day Orlando International Fringe
Festival has been held in the streets, theatres and converted
office spaces of central Orlando since 1992. This popular
springtime event involves more than 500 shows, nightly outdoor
concerts, a parade and a 'kid's fringe' for the
youngsters.
Where is it? |
3. Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
From 2007-09-29
To 2007-11-12
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What is it? Delicious international dishes and
fascinating entertainment are served up in style at the annual Food
and Wine Festival at Disney's Epcot Center. Food and fine wines are
available to sample from more than 25 countries, while music is
provided by the 'Eat to the Beat' concert series. Phone +1 407 939
3463 for more information or contact Epcot at Walt Disney World on
+1 407 824 4321.
Where is it? Disney's Epcot Center |
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