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Your guide to Universal Studios holidays
Things to do on Universal Orlando holidays
Alongside the incredible theme parks, there’s plenty of adventure to be had on Universal Orlando holidays.
- Embrace the activities in CityWalk: Hit a round of crazy golf, catch a film in the cinema or browse the shops. This area also hosts events during the year, especially in the Hard Rock Live venue.
- Join in with seasonal events: Universal’s Christmas Parade (featuring Macy’s) takes centre stage in the festive months and there are several shows, including the Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle and the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular. In October, the parks are transformed for Halloween Horror Nights, complete with haunted houses and live entertainment.
- Head to the world-famous International Drive: Just south of the resort, you’ll find shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment on I-Drive. Treat yourself to a shopping spree before discovering something new at The Chocolate Museum.
- Take advantage of other world-class theme parks: You’re staying in the theme park capital of the world, so don’t just stop at Universal! Revel in the magic of Walt Disney World on a day trip.
Top 5 rollercoasters at Universal Orlando Resort
Universal has it all, from unique storytelling to 3D simulations and rollercoasters that take your breath away. Here are our top 5:
- Jurassic World VolociCoaster: The hair-raising VelociCoaster at the Islands of Adventure theme park is full of thrilling drops and launches as you race the raptors.
- Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit: Choose your favourite tune as the ride travels upwards before you drop and propel across the coaster.
- Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure: Find yourself lost in the Forbidden Forest and come face-to-face with magical creatures on this speedy ride featuring a vertical drop!
- The Revenge of the Mummy: Travel through the darkness as you’re flung forwards and backwards on a race from the evil Mummy.
- The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man: It’s hard to pick a favourite 3D ride, but this one doesn’t seem to age – despite being over 20 years old! It’s a storytelling, immersive ride with simulated motion. If you like 3D, try Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts or Transformers: The Ride 3D.
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Your guide to Walt Disney World holidays
Things to do at Walt Disney World
With so many fantastic theme parks and attractions to choose from, planning your trip is essential. Before you go, create a list of the parks and attractions you want to visit, but don’t forget all the additional things you can do while visiting Florida.
- Shop at Disney Springs: This large outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment complex has 4 neighbourhoods offering endless opportunities to relax, dine and enjoy a vibrant ambience. There’s upscale boutiques, casual and fine dining options along with lakefront views and meandering paths dotted with fountains.
- Discover Disney’s BoardWalk: This pedestrian-friendly area contains several restaurants, shops, bars, and lounges, many with outdoor seating overlooking the water. Street performers provide lively entertainment along the promenade. Guests can also rent surrey bikes and explore sights like the ESPN Club arcade and the BoardWalk Inn, featuring pools, restaurants and surrey bike rentals.
- Practise your swing at golf courses: Disney World has 2 excellent golf courses on property – the Palm and the Magnolia. They are well-maintained and have fun Disney theming elements. There are a number of other great golf courses located very close to Disney World too like Celebration Golf Club and Falcon's Fire Golf Club.
- Enjoy Disney’s resort hotels: From the calypso rhythms at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, which is inspired by traditional African kraal villages, Disney resorts are packed with amenities that will make your stay comfortable and recreation options that include pools, playgrounds and arcades. Elevate the experience and check out Disney’s Beach Club Villas, where you can explore lagoons and spas and sail around the Crescent Lake on a mini-powerboat.
- Choose the best park ticket: Sometimes, you can nab deals on park tickets where you’ll get more for your money and have access to other activities like mini golf, ESPN Wide World of Sports and even Disney’s Memory Maker service where you can get your visit to Disney captured – whether that’s by on-site photographers or while riding roller coasters – which is then easily downloadable.
Parks at Walt Disney World
The elaborate themed lands, exciting rides, stage shows, character meet-and-greets, shops and restaurants provide non-stop fun and fantasy for all ages.
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park: This theme park experience is focused on wildlife and nature. Guests can go on thrilling rides, enjoy safari tours and encounter characters from The Lion King and other Disney movies based in the animal kingdom. There’s also Pandora – The World of Avatar, which is based on the film where the Flight of Passage ride will take you on a breathtaking 3D flight over Pandora’s otherworldly landscape.
- Magic Kingdom Park: Magic Kingdom is home to many of Disney's most iconic attractions and experiences. Guests can get their thrills on rides like Space Mountain, meet Mickey Mouse and other favourite Disney characters, watch the Festival of Fantasy parade and enjoy the spectacular fireworks shows at Cinderella's Castle.
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Disney's Hollywood Studios offers guests a behind-the-scenes look at movie magic and thrilling rides. Guests will find Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge here. Fly the Millennium Falcon or buckle up and join the Resistance in an unforgettable battle. You can also watch Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage, meet characters from Star Wars and Toy Story and enjoy nighttime spectaculars like Fantasmic!
- EPCOT: EPCOT takes guests on a journey around the world, with pavilions themed to different countries and cultures. Guests can ride thrilling attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, enjoy world-class cuisine and shopping and experience innovative shows and exhibits about technology, nature and more.
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon is one of 2 excellent water parks located near the Walt Disney World resort in Florida. Guests can ride fun water slides, float along a lazy river, splash and play in a huge wave pool designed to look like a tropical lagoon after a typhoon and even snorkel with sharks in a coral reef setting.
- Disney’s Blizzard Beach: Disney's Blizzard Beach is a one-of-a-kind waterpark with a wintery, ski resort theme located near Walt Disney World. Guests can race down thrilling slides like Summit Plummet, relax on a sandy beach, ride family raft rides, and float along Cross Country Creek around the snow-capped mountain centrepiece.
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Your guide to Florida holidays
Florida theme parks
Florida is a dreamy destination for thrill-seekers. If you’re not keen on rides, don’t worry, you’ll still be inundated with fun activities!
- Busch Gardens: Start your theme park journey at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. You can meet exotic animals, ride a triple-launch rollercoaster and head behind the scenes at the Animal Care Center.
- Magic Kingdom: You’ll find yourself swept up in the magic of Disney. The iconic Cinderella Castle takes centre stage while you can watch enchanting parades, meet your favourite characters and try out world-famous rides.
- Universal Orlando Resort: At Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, you’re transported into immersive scenes, world-class simulations and thrilling rollercoasters. Experiences include riding the Hogwarts Express, discovering dinosaurs and meeting the Despicable Me Minions.
- Epcot: Enter a world of discovery at Disney’s Epcot. Learn about cultures and communities from different countries, delve into science and technology and build knowledge of nature.
- Legoland Florida: With colourful rides and 4D shows that are suitable for children of all ages, Legoland is fun for all the family. Stroll around the beautiful Botanical Gardens, set sail on the Pirate River Quest and learn to drive at Ford Driving School.
Things to do in Florida
Whether you’re on a honeymoon, a family break or a solo escapade, theme parks aren’t the only attraction Florida holidays have to offer.
- NASA Kennedy Space Center: See the Rocket Garden and train like an astronaut on high-tech simulators at the NASA Kennedy Space Center.
- International Drive (I-Drive): For a Florida holiday in the heart of the action, choose a hotel near Orlando’s International Drive. Jump aboard the I-Ride trolley to discover The Wheel at ICON Park, Fun Spot America and Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf.
- St Augustine: Visit the oldest city in the United States. Explore the atmospheric cobblestone streets in a Trolley Tour or a horse-drawn carriage, or discover old buildings, military forts and hidden courtyards on foot. Feeling brave? Take a spooky ghost tour based on real stories of the past.
- Art Deco architecture: Miami’s glittering South Beach neighbourhood is a favourite of the rich and famous. Along with people-watching on the beach, check out Art Deco architecture and dance ‘til dawn at glamorous clubs.
- Ernest Hemingway Museum: Old Town Key West was home to one of the country’s most honoured authors. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum showcases rooms and landscaped gardens with guided tours.
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