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OVERVIEW Located in the central region of Florida, Orlando
Considered a shopper’s paradise, Orlando
is full of amazing attractions. It is the county
offers varied shopping centres and retail
seat of Orange County and the centre of the
outlets with unbeatable discounts in its many
Greater Orlando metropolitan area. Other
famous brand name stores. You will find
cities in the region include Altamonte Springs,
busy daytime activity and a lively nightlife
Davenport, Kissimmee and Winter Park. The
in Downtown Orlando and in CityWalk at
fountain at Lake Eola is the symbol of the city
Universal Studios.
and is incredibly beautiful. In addition, various cultural and artistic options are available to the
The Orlando climate is subtropical, featuring
general public in the vicinity. Many attractions
hot and humid weather all year round. There
are located along International Drive which
are two main seasons, the first is quite hot
accommodates hotels, shopping centres, retail
and rainy from April to October, and the
outlets and restaurants.
other is cooler with occasional showers from November to March. The average temperature
Orlando is also known worldwide for its
in summer is above 22°C, and in winter it
theme parks: Walt Disney World, Universal
ranges from 0°C to 15°C. Central Florida is
Orlando, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and many
known as the “Sunshine State”, as it enjoys
others. The city has developed through the
a pleasant average temperature and a dry
originality of each theme park and receives
climate between October and May.
around 52 million visitors, annually, in search of entertainment and fun.
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Visitors can come to Orlando at any time of
The transport system for guests staying in the
year, but it is important to pick a season to suit
Walt Disney World hotels is excellent, but it is
the purpose of your trip. One of the best times
only for getting around inside the resort.
of the year to visit Orlando is between October and May, corresponding to autumn and winter, when the climate is pleasant and visitors can enjoy spending the day in theme parks. The months of January, February, June, July and December are all considered high season. The low season months run from March to May
Amtrak trains run into Central Florida and the railway has a network of lines right across the United States. Amtrak is recommended for visitors seeking to explore areas around Orlando. The railway stations in Orlando are at Winter Park, Downtown Orlando and Kissimmee.
and from August to November. Tourists hoping to spend less money may find cheaper travel fares during the low season period.
ATTRACTIONS
Explore the city of Orlando and experience this magical world with your family!
Prepare to be enchanted by the amazing theme parks that Orlando has to offer and discover the magical world of Walt Disney.
TRANSPORT
You can also go shopping in the city’s main shopping centres and retail outlets.
WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT The best and easiest way to explore Orlando
Located in the Lake Buena Vista city area, Walt
and its parks is by renting a car. There are
Disney World was inaugurated in 1971 and is
various bus and onward transfer options, which
Walter Elias Disney’s dream made into reality.
are recommended for those travelling in large
Known as the world capital of fun, it has four
groups or as part of a tour.
main theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Disney´s
Orlando’s attractions are not limited to any one
Kingdom. Disney also offers visitors two
region and you will need to travel quite long distances to reach shopping centres and theme parks. We recommend taking the I4 (Interstate 4) to access any part of the city without paying a toll. Unless it is really necessary, we recommend you avoid taking taxis as they are rather expensive.
Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Disney´s Animal aquatic parks: Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. In addition to the parks, the resort’s fabulous shows and incredible parades take place every day and are a delight for all. Outside the parks, Disney has two entertainment centres: Downtown Disney and Disney´s Boardwalk. The Disney´s Wide World parade is a must for sports lovers.
MAGIC KINGDOM
attractions in this park are related to television
The Magic Kingdom is the main park in Walt
and cinema. The main ride is the Rock ´n´ Roller
Disney World. It first opened on 1 October
Coaster Starring Aerosmith, a roller coaster
1971 and was named “The Happiest Place on
which runs at high speed through a dark
Earth”. It is divided into six themed regions:
passage to the sound of the band Aerosmith.
Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland.
EPCOT
Cinderella’s Castle, located in the centre of the
The Epcot park strives to stimulate the
park, is a fascinating point of reference for all
imagination through its two themed regions:
visitors. It is a magical world where dreams
Future World, with its ultra-modern structure
come true and many amazing experiences are
and diverse technological innovations, and
to be had in its varied attractions.
World Showcase which, as its name suggests,
DISNEY´S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
showcases different parts of the world with the traditional essence of each country. The
This is a park inspired by Hollywood films. It was
registered trademark of Epcot is the geodesic
built in Art Deco style with neon-lit buildings,
dome of the Spaceship Earth attraction.
just like Hollywood, and a huge structure called the “Earful Tower” with Mickey Mouse ears,
ANIMAL KINGDOM
which became a symbol of the park. All the
This is an enormous park dedicated to
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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS’ CITYWALK It’s the best place for entertainment in Orlando. It has countless stores, restaurants, cinemas, dance halls, and much, much more.
SEA WORLD SeaWorld Orlando offers unique experiences and stresses the importance of preserving the planet’s marine species. It has exciting attractions and some incredible shows such as aquatic dancers, dolphins, birds and the famous whale known as Shamu. Discovery Cove is the result of an experimental project, undertaken at SeaWorld over a number of years, involving marine animals. It has environmental protection. It is home to more
created a unique opportunity for visitors to
than 250 different animal species and offers
interact directly with these animals. Visitors
visitors amazing expeditions and some wild
must reserve in advance to take full advantage
adventures. The park’s most iconic attraction
of the attractions at Discovery Cove.
is the Tree of Life, which has animals carved all around the outside and which presents
BUSCH GARDENS
fantastic shows inside. One of the other major
Located in Tampa Bay, the Busch Gardens
attractions is the Expedition Everest roller
park was originally just a zoo aimed at
coaster, which is in the Asia region of the park.
educating visitors about wildlife protection.
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS Opened in 1990, Universal Studios has attractions inspired by famous Hollywood films, such as: The Mummy, Twister, Men in Black, among others. There are many souvenir shops to be found, as well as the Universal Store, restaurants and snack bars. Due to its huge success, Universal Studios Orlando opened the “Islands of Adventure” theme park, with modern and high-tech attractions divided into five areas, among them, the Dragon Challenge and the Incredible Hulk roller coasters.
Subsequently, various attractions were built,
upside-down. It has more than one hundred highly interactive attractions, such as the earthquake simulator, the hurricane hole and a roller coaster, among others.
WHERE TO STAY The city of Orlando is home to the second largest hotel chain in the United States such as the world renowned SheiKra, Kumba and Montu roller coasters, in addition to shows, restaurants and stores. The park is home to more than 2,000 animal species.
SKY VENTURE This is one of the most sought after attractions for visitors to Orlando. It was invented by Bill Kitchen and the engineer, Mike Palmer. Sky Venture is a wind tunnel in which people are able to float in the air as if they were skydiving with a parachute. This attraction is not to be missed as it is an unforgettable experience!
ORLANDO MUSEUM Inaugurated in 1924, the Orlando Museum presents exhibitions of local, regional, national
and offers visitors a wide variety of accommodation options. A wide variety of hotels and resorts can be found. Tour groups may prefer to stay in the more competitively priced hotels, such as Quality Inn or Days Inn, which are located on Orlando’s main tourist highway, known as International Drive. The Disney hotels offer visitors a truly magical experience. Guests staying in the resorts are entitled to use the dedicated bus service to get to the parks and also benefit from “Magical Extra Hours”, ensuring that they have a special timetable for visiting the theme parks, allowing them to stay longer or to enter before regular visitors.
and international art. It is considered one of Florida’s best museums. It is known for its lively festival, called “1st Thursday” because it takes place on the first Thursday of each
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month, which features exhibits from local artists, music and drinks.
WONDER WORKS
Orlando has a wide variety of restaurant options to suit all tastes, both inside and outside the theme parks. You can find themed restaurants or
Located in International Drive, the Wonder
well-known snack bars, such as McDonald´s and
Works building is a three storey structure
Pizza Hut. A good option is the Hard Rock Café,
that has been built to look as if it is standing
which is located in Universal Studios Orlando.
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Most menus in the area feature famous American specialties such as onion rings, cookies, brownies, donuts, delicious cheesecakes, crab
SHOPPING
cakes (fried dumplings made with crab meat), and a wide variety of classic hamburgers.
Orlando is a shopper’s paradise. A wide range of shopping centres and retail outlets can
The Disney resort offers visitors various restaurant
be found, in addition to some of the finest
options, ranging from the fast food format to more
department stores, such as Saks Fifth Avenue
sophisticated dining requiring more formal dress,
and Bloomingdales. Tourists seeking a more
such as the Victoria & Albert Restaurant situated in
sophisticated shopping experience can try the
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
Orlando shopping centre or explore the City of Winter Park, where many exclusive brands
A typical American breakfast, including eggs,
can be found in addition to decorative items
bacon and waffles, can be found in most
and antiques.
hotels in the city. A themed restaurant which specializes in breakfasts, known as Chef
The Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores - 15591
Mickey´s, offers various made-to-order dishes
State Road 535, Orlando, Florida 32821: The
and is located in the Contemporary Resort,
Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores shopping
close to the Magic Kingdom. Tables need to be
centre is close to Walt Disney World and has
reserved for breakfast or for dinner.
more than 300 famous brand name stores offering discounts of up to 75%. Florida Mall: Located in the south-east region of Orange Blossom Trail and Sand Lake Road, the Florida Mall is a shopping centre which accommodates more than 250 famous brand name stores and mouth-watering restaurants. It is one of the best known shopping centres in Orlando. Pointe Orlando - 9101 International Drive, Orlando, FL: This is a shopping centre which conveys an atmosphere of elegance. Abundant palm trees surround a main square, and the centre features designer stores, restaurants and an IMAX cinema. Mall at Millenia - 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839: The Mall at Millenia shopping centre has a stunning architectural design and offers
famous luxury brand name stores such as Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co,
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in addition to Abercrombie & Fitch, Emporio Armani and Apple, among others. You will also find a great selection of restaurants. The latest catwalk fashion designs from New York, London, Paris and Milan are beamed onto giant LED screens above structures standing 35 metres high. It is the ideal shopping centre for more demanding and sophisticated tourists. Orlando Premium Outlets – 4951 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819: Located in International Drive, Premium Outlets is the biggest factory outlet in Orlando and accommodates 170 stores representing various famous brand names. Outstanding and unbeatable offers can be found at the Nike and Reebok stores. Orlando Premium Outlets – 8200 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821: This is a charming project, built in the style of a colonial Mediterranean village, with more than 110 famous brand name stores in an open air complex. It offers a wide variety of restaurants.
CURRENCY The currency used in Orlando is the United States dollar (US$). The most common banknotes are 1,5,10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars and the coins are 25 cents (quarter), 10 cents (dime), 5 cents (nickel), 1 cent (penny). It is hard to find a 50 cent coin and very unusual to find a 1 dollar coin. All kinds of credit cards are accepted, provided they are linked to the international banking system.
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