At one time, actually just 30 or 40 years ago, Orlando was a rather sleepy town in central Florida. The folks at Disney changed all that when they started buying up land for DisneyWorld. Now Orlando is the one of the biggest tourist destinations on the planet.
The Disney influence on Orlando continues to grow, with seemingly annual additions to Disney attractions. Not only is there the Magic Kingdom, there's also Epcot, Disney MGM Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Downtown Disney, Pleasure Island, several water parks and even more.
Over the years other companies have jumped on the Orlando bandwagon, with the addition of the Universal Studios properties, SeaWorld Orlando and the Wet 'n Wild water park - even Dolly Parton, Ripley's Believe It or Not, and The Holy Land Experience have found their way to town.
Like many other parts of Florida, Orlando has also become a place to go for golf. There are several Disney-owned courses plus a large number of upscale (and not so upscale) daily-fee golf courses for every skill level to enjoy.
NOTE: Visit our Lake Buena Vista hotel page for all the Disney hotels within Disney World!
Featured Places in Orlando
2012 NBA All-Star Game
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Amway Center
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Aquatica
Aquatica is the water park next door to SeaWorld in Orlando. It's loaded with water slides, tubing...more
Discovery Cove
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Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic of the National Basketball Association (NBA) moved into Amway Center for the...more
Pirate's Cove
Pirate's Cove is the home of 36 holes of world-class miniature golf - they call it "Adventure...more
SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando is a large entertainment + educational theme park located not far from Disney World...more
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This Week's Best Orlando Hotel DealsWyndham Lake Buena Vista
Walt Disney Worldandreg; Resort characters have been known to pop in this 19-story, Downtown Disneyandreg; hotel for the occasional breakfast.
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Wyndham Orlando Resort
The Wyndham Orlando Resort offers affordable luxury with a laid-back, Floridian attitude. Located in the heart of Orlando, on International Drive.
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Disney's Pop Century Resort
The Disney's Pop Century Resort is located eight miles from Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) and less than a mile from Wide World of Sports.
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Lake Eve Resort
Lake Eve Resort looks forward to welcoming guests to this new luxury resort. All rooms are full suites with kitchen, separate bedrooms and balconies with
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Nickelodeon Suites Resort
Nickelodeon Suites Resort is within easy access to the Orlando International Airport, Orlando Convention Center, Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios
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Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas I Drive Orlando
The resort features fully equipped one and two bedroom vacation villas, award winning pool, waterfalls, fountains, tropical landscaping and no hidden fees.
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Fantasy World Resort - A Two Bedroom Suite Water Park Resort
FantasyWorld is conveniently located just three miles from the Walt Disney Worldandreg; Resort, and minutes from all the other attractions central Florida
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The Peabody Orlando
The Peabody Orlando is approximately 11 miles from the Orlando International Airport, 15 miles from downtown Orlando, and six miles from Walt Disney Worldandreg;
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Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek is located 15 miles from Orlando International Airport. The hotel is close to Typhoon Lagoon, Arabian Nights
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Walt Disney World Dolphin
In the heart of the Walt Disney Worldandreg; Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Dolphin is your gateway to Central Florida's greatest attractions.
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Walt Disney World Swan
Located within the Walt Disney Worldandreg; Resort, and is a gateway to Central Florida's greatest attractions.
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Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Kick back and relax in a tropical paradise at the exotic Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort.
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Universal's Hard Rock Hotel
On-site hotel guests enjoy Early Park Admission to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter one hour before the park opens. Plus, skip the regular lines at
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Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Located on Bay Lake, this Disney resort is modeled after the National Park lodges of the Pacific Northwest.
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Disney's Beach Club Resort
A white-sand beach and late 19th-century beach club decor accent this elegantly-appointed Walt Disney Worldand#174; Resort.
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