ORLANDO HISTORY

Several sources indicate that Orlando's history began in 1836 when they found the tomb of Orlando Reeves, who reportedly died in a war against Indians who inhabited the area called Seminole. The first settlers Hayaron this place 48 kilometers north of where today is the city and decided to name the same name.At its inception, the city only engaged in crop and livestock production.Later, the city began to flourish in the nineteenth century with the citrus industry, until in 1895 a cold wave destroyed everything and many moved to the south.After World War II was installed in the army personnel. In 1956, the aerospace and defense company Martin Marrietta bases its there too. Later Orlando's economy grew suddenly when Walt Disney announced the construction of Walt Disney World, opening in October 1971, growing and expanding metropolitan area the same for the entire county of Orange, Osceola, Lake and Seminole counties. From this point, the main axis of the Orlando economy was tourism.Finally in 2004, the city was hit hard by hurricanes Charley, Frances and Jeanne, causing damage and flooding.

ORLANDO TOURIST GUIDE

Orlando was formed on the basis of tourist parks, the pioneer was the Walt Disney World one of the most visited to date who transformed the history of the place.
From theme parks, to water parks, recreational activities, recreation and a wide range of hotels, cultural and gastronomic transformed Orlando destination for tourists from around the world. More than 40 million people who visit every year to this town in the middle of Florida.


In line with the theme parks, the Magic Kingdom was followed by other attractions like SeaWorld, the Kennedy Space Center (near Orlando) and Universal.


The city concentrated its economy mainly in tourism, but also an epicenter of major international conventions and technology industries. For example here is the Orlando Sentinel newspaper site one of the largest in the county.


The shopping malls and department stores in the city is not lacking. Orlando has in turn a small center called the "Downtown Orlando" which employs more than 60,000 people, in addition to shopping centers in every amusement park.


The hosting infrastructure is huge, has more than 110,000 hotel rooms and then in Las Vegas, is the concentration of leading hotels in the United States. it could be called the city of entertainment, fun and entertainment par excellence and that each year renews its attractions and open new ones for the tourists continue to visit


This Walt Disney World Map shows the location of all parks, resorts and golf courses at Disney World.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF ORLANDO, FLORIDA

All major Orlando tourist attractions are concentrated in the route 4 southwest of downtown. This route covers approximately 16 kilometers in length which displays all the theme parks.Thus we find the Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, Wet and Wilrd, among other distractions, cuisine, hotels and shopping centers.As we mentioned earlier to Orlando may be classified as a fun city par excellence, unique in the world.To begin to explore the city obviously have to start with the theme parks. And then you can learn as well as other water parks under the Water Mania, Typhoon or the Adventure Park which has a volcano.


In turn, the center of the city also has its attractions. In the middle of it you can find the center Ripley's Beliieve It or Not, the Space Center Kennedy Space Center and Orlando for lovers of the universe, Busch Gardens roller coasters and amazing entertainment and Cirque Du Soleil La Nouba , the world famous spectacle stay here forever.Here are one by one each of them to know them by heart


Walt Disney World

It is the largest complex of Orlando, and has 4 theme parks, a sports complex, two water parks, restaurants, bars, pubs, 8 golf courses, shopping, theme hotels with spa facilities and tennis courts to practice.

The Magic Kingdom's most famous park in the Disney World complex. Among the main attractions are the Cinderella Castle, the land of adventure, the land of the morning, Fantasy Island, Liberty Square, Mickey's Toontown, the Animal Kingdom, the park Epcop and Disney MGM Studios.

We recommend that entradascon can get discounts by using an authorized agent for ticket sales


Magic Kingdom

world's largest theme park complex and is considered "magic" for its attractive, princesses and goblins

Epcot

It is an educational park that is divided into two parts, one covering World Showcase countries around the world showing the social and cultural characteristics of the same over time. And the other is the Future World, which shows science and technology elements.

MGM Studios

more than 40 years ago, Walt Disney, had the idea of creating a park based on the film. But did not occur until May 1, 1989, with an area of 55 hectares. It was created after Universal Studios has developed a well.

Animal Kingdom

This park is like a zoo with 200 acres mega but using the strict guidelines of zoologists and environmentalists. There are over 3 million trees, shrubs and plants. It was the last park created to date.

Universal Studios Orlando

Another major theme parks of Orlando, but much smaller than the Walt Disney World. Offers hotels, shops, bars, restaurants, and two theme parks.

Is divided into two zones, one where the City Walt do shopping, enjoy shows and dinner.And in the other area includes the Universal Studios parks in Florida and Adventure Island. The Universal Studios is a theme park attractions based on movies, television shows and movies.The Adventure Island is a new area with lots of great attractions and advanced technology implementation.The park areas are Jurassic Park, The Lake of the cartoons, Seuss Earth and the Isle of Super Heroes.


SeaWorld Adventure Park -Sea World

What catches the attention of Marine World are the shows that offer incredible animals Mims. Orcas, whales or dolphins will leave you amazed. This theme park dedicated to marine aquarium also offers walk where barracudas and sharks swim.


The park is not only fun but also teaches children and adults to care for the environment and conservation of marine wildlife.There is also a sector to interact with animals such as seals and dolphins. Inside parking costs $ 10 for cars and 12 for recreational vehicles.

OTHER ATTRACTIONS IN AND AROUND ORLANDO

In addition to its many theme parties, amusement and water the city also has other distractions smaller but no less surprising and good. Family entertainment is the foundation of all entertainment in Orlando.Here are some of the activities and attractions that your family can enjoy.


Fantasy of Flight

This attraction is a aviation museum itself. Located in the south of Kissimmee provides a walk through the experience of flying, from the history of flight simulators, collections of vintage aircraft and an amazing journey. There is also a bar inside called Compass Rose, which dates from 1930.


Islands of Adventure

Like Disney's Magic Kingdom is an amusement park with great technology and fantasies. The place has very good facilities with restaurants and gift shops. Turn has tours and excursions implemented with technology.

It is divided into several stages or areas with specific topics at home and Jurassic Park, The Lake of the cartoons, Super Hero Island and Seuss Land especially for the kids.

Here also is the "Adventures of Spider-Man" remains one of the most stunning and breathtaking attractions in the park. It is a vehicle with 3D holographic images projected comics in a "virtual reality" that will leave you speechless. Also there are roller coasters and water rides with various leisure activities.


Gatorland or Land of the Lizards

This place is home to animals like crocodiles and alligators, very typical of this area of the country. It has several things to do and see how the struggle of crocodiles or wetlands rides at Boggy Creek Airboats.


Boggy Creek Airboats

As mentioned earlier this ride is incredible and there are two boats in the Kissimmee area to do so. Boat rides are half an hour on the nearby lakes and enjoy the wildlife in the area. They go out day and night excursions.

Other activities

In Orlando the variety of things to do are endless and never enough time to see and explore everything. You can climb a hot air balloon with Orange Blossom Balloons or upload to one of the NASCAR car at the Richard Petty Driving Experience.This experience will live inside the Walt Disney World. Before flying a car of this nature can take classes, but they are expensive.

CULTURE:theaters, cinemas, museums, galleries IN ORLANDO

In Orlando there are several rooms and galleries, cultural entertainment, not many parks as tourist attractions get all the attention on these events.

ORLANDO SPORTS

Sports in Orlando have a place apart. There are over 130 golf courses throughout the region, many of which are used for major tournaments.

Another major sports as tennis, Orlando has tracks open to the public and plenty of facilities to practice and learn tennis.

The city has a basketball league that plays in the NBA Orlando Magic called playing in the Orlando Arena.

A turn is the baseball team that plays in the stadium is called Tinker and Orlando Rays. There are also the Predators football team and hockey Seals.

Sport Fishing

This activity can be done in fresh water that has the state of Florida which has many rivers and lakes near Orlando. There are guides to practice this activity or with the possibility of renting a boat (before you must purchase a license to operate the boat in that case.) Freshwater fishing is bass, bass and bass.

In salt water is possible as well on the beach Clearbeach as mentioned above.

Golf Practice

There are many golf courses in Orlando, is one of the most popular activities practiced in the state of Florida. 8 golf courses are within the Walt Disney World.

PLAN A NICE DREAM

MIAMI - ORLANDO - MIAMI 8 DAYS - 7 NIGHTS: Florida has for you and your family fun without limits. Enjoy the best of Miami and the great parks in Orlando Florida.

SUPER FLORIDA ECONOMIC INCLUDES:

Transfer airport / hotel / airport in Miami.
Transfer Miami / Orlando / Miami
2 nights accommodations in Miami.
5 nights accommodations in Orlando.
Round trip transfers to the parks including:

• 1 Magic Kingdom
• 1 Epcot Center
• 1 Animal Kingdom
• 1 Universal Studios
• 1 Islands of Adventure
• 1 Premium Outlet Visit



RELEASE DATE 15 OCTOBER 25 OCTOBER TO RETURN
2'113 .000 VALUE ADULT ROUND TRIP
2'089 .000 VALUE CHILD ROUND TRIP
WITH TAX INCLUDED
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Itinerary:

MIAMI DAY 1: Reception at the airport in Miami. Transfer to hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 2 MIAMI - ORLANDO / PREMIUM OUTLET: Departure early in the morning, board the luxury bus bound for Orlando. On arrival we will receive our guide and begin to enjoy this wonderful destination. Orlando is not only an empire of magic and joy, now visit one of the very renowned shopping malls, where offers of all kinds of merchandise do creditor also earned an enviable reputation.



DAY 3 ORLANDO / MAGIC KINGDOM: Welcome to the Kingdom of Magic Here fairy tales come true, flying elephants and dancing teacups. Journey through seven fantastic worlds, dazzling parades admire and be part of the cast of new events, travel to lands of adventure and fantasy, the past and the future. Magic carpets fly in, drop by cataracts and travel through space as you explore places beyond your imagination.



DAY 4 ORLANDO - EPCOT CENTER: Discover the surprising, passes between high-tech pavilions visiting the world of the future, let your imagination reach new heights as plan through the skies in a breathtaking flight aboard Soarin attraction, then choose between two amazing trips to Mars, Mission: SPACE. Explore the cultures and the culinary world of 11 nations while traveling the World Showcase. In every corner you will find great entertainment, and at night you will discover a unique final. Illuminations: Reflections of Earth an incredible symphony of lasers, music and fireworks.



DAY 5 ORLANDO - UNIVERSAL STUDIOS: Inside Universal Studios, will be at the heart of a true study of film and television production. Join Shrek, Donkey & Princess Fiona ™ on a honeymoon adventure, continuing the adventure from the moment where he completed the film "Shrek" won the Oscar. Step on the roller coaster of The Simpsons and swoop down, and crosses back Krustyland flight in this new adventure starring the animated family favorite around the world. From the picturesque Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco to the small fishing village of Amity, New England, Universal being transported from coast to coast in the time it takes to cross a street, and these few references of impressive diversity of adventure and knowledge.



DAY 6 ORLANDO - MIAMI Islands of Adventure: The adventure of a lifetime, Islands of Adventure, Universal's theme park is the most technologically advanced in the world, where visitors will find five themed islands with the latest in rides, attractions and interactive shows. Get Spider-Vision glasses third dimension and feel the adrenaline flowing in the three-dimensional mechanical play high tech, the first of its kind that will leave you with her eyes wide and heart racing. From Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon and Lost Continent will be a super fun trip. Close with a bang this day to take optional wonderful night show an incomparable Blue Man Group and a member of this exclusive neighborhood.



DAY 7 MIAMI / ANIMAL KINGDOM / MIAMI: In this amazing place is new excitement among the mysterious peaks of Expedition Everest ™, a train ride full speed running through the Himalayan mountains unknown. Venture into a safari along 44 acres of African savannah where you'll see wildlife roaming freely across the plain. Take a hilarious three-dimensional look at the world from the viewpoint of an insect. Let your heart sing along with the heartwarming musical celebration of the circle of life, the Festival of the Lion King. Theme Park Disney's Animal Kingdom ®, every path and trail invites you to explore the awesome surprises of nature combined with all the enchantment of Disney. After doing this, our last visit, in the late afternoon we board the bus bound for Miami, where we arrive after a brief stopover



MIAMI DAY 8: In time transfer to airport for your return flight.

Available hotels:
In Miami:
Casablanca On The Ocean, Continental Oceanfront South Beach, Ramada Plaza Marco Polo Beach Resort, Best Western Beach Resort, Howard Johnson Dezzerland, Deauville Beach Resort.
In Orlando:
Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites, Hampton Inn Pointe Orlando, at Universal Orlando Clarion, Holiday Inn & Suites Convention Center, Country Inn & Suites Lake Buena Vista, Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista

Casablanca On The Ocean

Casablanca On The Ocean

Continental Oceanfront South Beach

Continental Oceanfront South Beach

Ramada Plaza

Ramada Plaza

Ramada Plaza home

Ramada Plaza home

Marco Polo Beach Resort

Marco Polo Beach Resort

Best Western Beach Resort

Best Western Beach Resort

Best Western Beach

Best Western Beach