Official VISIT FLORIDA Travel Guide 2008 - (Page 27) Family fun A trip to the theme parks is still a must-do during your family’s Orlando holiday. Check out classic rides like Space Mountain® and Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney’s Magic Kingdom.Visit SeaWorld® Orlando and watch Shamu perform in the truly amazing Believe show. Or head over to Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and brave the twin roller coasters of Dueling Dragons®. Many of these parks are introducing new rides or attractions during 2008. Universal Studios Florida® is set to open a ride featuring everyone’s favourite cartoon family, The Simpsons. Disney’s Hollywood Studios, formerly Disney-MGM Studios, is preparing Toy Story Mania!, a new ride and game experience based on the Disney•Pixar animated Toy Story films. And SeaWorld Orlando will make a splash during the spring with the opening of Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark. Endless shops When it comes to shopping, Orlando now rivals hotspots like New York City and Paris. Showcasing nine regional malls, as well as the ritzy Park Avenue shopping district in Winter Park, there’s plenty of offerings to suit just about any gift-buying occasion. The Florida Mall, the area’s largest with more than 250 stores and shops, includes such exclusive names as A|X Armani Exchange, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue. Or for the ultimate luxury experience, plan a spree at The Mall at Millenia, where you can peruse the finest goods the world has to offer, including Chanel, Gucci and Tiffany & Co. Don’t forget about the numerous discount and outlet centres, such as Orlando Premium Outlets and Prime Outlets – International. With the favourable exchange rates, just think of all the bargains that can be had. Central Choice rooms With nearly 450 hotels and resorts, you’ll have plenty of choices when it comes to where to stay. Yes, accommodation abounds, ranging from affordable family properties located within the attractions area, to luxurious resorts and boutique hotels. Want some peace and quiet? Universal’s Royal Pacific Resort recreates the tranquil islands of the South Seas with amenities that seek to pamper and relax. If you’re seeking modern sophistication, book your stay at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in downtown Orlando where art infuses everyday life. Families that want to stay just a little longer or need the extra space should look into letting one of Orlando’s more than 26,000 holiday homes or 16,000 holiday apartments, or staying at any of the numerous campgrounds in the area. Disney’s Magic Kingdom 27
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