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]]>Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Out of all the various parks you can go to in Orlando, there’s a strong argument to be made that Universal’s Islands of Adventure is the most fun. It packs a punch with robust roller coasters such as The Hulk, while also providing a good portion of kid rides too, like in Dr. Seuss world.
Universal’s Volcano Bay
We have to put a water park on this list, and Universal’s Volcano Bay is the best you can find. Not only does it have a long list of exhilarating slides, but one of those slides is revolutionary in that it uses technology to shoot the rider up—instead of only going down.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom
If you’re looking for the perfect Disney experience, make sure to go to Disney’s Magic Kingdom. It’s in this park that you’ll be treated to all of the Disney “fixins”, from the costumed characters to the magic castle itself. Your kids will love you for taking them there, especially if they’re big fans of Disney movies.
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]]>You’ll Need To Buy Two Tickets
If you want to see Harry Potter world in its entirety in Orlando, you’ll need to buy two different tickets: one for Universal Studios and another for Islands of Adventure. This is because the former is home to Diagon Alley, the wizarding shopping center where you can see Gringotts bank, among other attractions; and the latter is home to Hogsmeade, the wizarding village where you can visit all kinds of stores and even visit Hogwarts Castle.
The point is, most true Harry Potter fans would rather see both, but tickets are generally pretty expensive. If you don’t mind paying double to get into both parks, awesome! But it’s good to be aware of it in any case, because others who aren’t may end up disappointed after learning that the Harry Potter attraction they wanted to see was in the other Universal theme park.
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]]>Orlando International Premium Outlets
Shopping is always fun and one of the best places to do it in Orlando is Orlando International Premium Outlets. Here you’ll find products from top brands like Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Adidas for discount prices. There are also plenty of great restaurants that will allow you to catch a breather from carrying shopping bags all day.
Orlando Museum of Art
The museum focuses on contemporary art as well as American art and African art. Aside from its permanent collections, the Orlando Museum of Art often features temporary exhibitions and traveling shows.
Lake Eola Park
If you just want a relaxing walk or a place to gather your thoughts, Lake Eola Park is a perfect choice. It features various gardens, monuments, and public art areas that you can explore. There are various events organized in the park throughout the year, including concerts, arts and crafts shows, and farmers’ markets.
(@rachelaponte_)Orlando Science Center
A visit to this private science museum will allow you to learn more about science and technology through an extensive collection of fossils, science objects, and interactive exhibitions.
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]]>Not Exactly a Place To Live For Good
The thing about Orlando is that it’s not exactly a place where many families live. The previous statement should obviously be taken with a hefty grain of salt. Thousands of families obviously live in Orlando, but compared to other cities of similar stature, the number of families is shockingly low. This is because Orlando wasn’t exactly designed to be a family town to live, rather a place for families to visit and enjoy an exhilarating and magical vacation.
So if you’re thinking about moving to Orlando, perhaps you should think twice about the matter. Because as exciting as the theme parks are, you may find that they can get old after a while. You may also find that they’re insanely expensive and that it’s not much use living close to them if you’re breaking the bank every single time you go to one.
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]]>Walt Disney World
The main crux of Orlando’s various theme parks boil down to these two major corporations: Disney and Universal. You can buy tickets to Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, or Epcot. Yes, those are four separate parks, and they’re all expensive. But whichever you choose, know that you’ll be dancing with real-sized Goofys and Jafars and your kids will love you for it.
Universal Studios
If you want to go the Universal route, you can visit Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, or Volcano Bay. These are also incredibly exciting amusement parks, which also include Harry Potter World, if that’s your kind of thing.
Is It Worth It?
So basically there’s no shortage of things to do in Orlando, whether you have kids, a romantic partner, or just want to go solo. If you spend money on one park, it won’t set you back that much—if you want to see other parks too, that’s when things start to get expensive. If it’s something you can afford, you certainly won’t be disappointed.
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]]>One thing you don’t want to skip when visiting the theme park is the food. Who can forget Harry’s first trip on the Hogwarts Express, where he was introduced to the wizarding world via the trolley? It was this iconic scene where we as readers “tasted” our first Chocolate Frogs (and collected our first collectible cards), were intrigued/discussed by Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans, and gobbled up a Cauldron Cake.
From pumpkin juice to Butterbeer, to dinner in the Great Hall where food magically appears and disappears, there are plenty of unforgettable Harry Potter food experiences unique to JK Rowling’s fantasy world.
You can expect these treats to pop up in Orlando’s Wizarding World. Indeed, the food in the Wizarding World is not like your typical theme park food. Well thought out, it is indicative of the Harry Potter books and adds to the overall fantasy experience. Snack and drink carts are readily available and themed restaurants, such as the Three Broomsticks in Hogsmeade and the Leaky Cauldron in Diagon Alley will make you feel like you yourself have been accepted into the wizarding world.
“You want these beverages to be cool, and I don’t mean cold,” stressed the corporate executive chef of Universal Orlando Parks and Resorts, Steven Jayson, in an interview with USAtoday. “You want them to be neat. You want people to see them and be excited and say, ‘I’ve got to try that.’ And then when they get it, they’re excited about what they got, that they love it.”
It comes as no surprise that the Butterbeer offered at the theme park proved to be the ultimate treat in Orlando. Consisting of a cream soda-meets-butterscotch flavor and a sweet whipped topping, Butterbeer originally came in two versions: cold and frozen. “We found out very, very quickly when we opened that Butterbeer was definitely an overnight homerun,” said Jayson. “Hands down, that’s the one thing that we’ve created here at Universal Orlando that stands alone.”
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]]>If you want to try seeing a game and check out these fun atmospheres and electric passion for yourself, here are the top places to do it.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium: Atlanta United
Atlanta United, which has already bloomed into one of the most successful and supported clubs in the league since its founding in 2014, plays at the brand new and ornate Mercedes-Benz Arena. Here, over 40,000 fans pack in every game to display beautiful tifos and shout their hearts out.
Some of our favorite Tifos.Providence Park: Portland Timbers
Portland, Oregon is known for having intense fans in every sport, and the Timbers are no different. Providence Park is an intimate stadium seating 25,000 which looks straight out of England, giving you a fantastic perspective with passionate fans of the beautiful game.
#RCTIDOrlando City Stadium: Orlando City SC
Orlando City SC’s new soccer-only stadium, the Orlando City Stadium, is already considered to be a top place to watch a match in the US. Enjoy Orlando’s warm and sunny weather in the company of thousands of purple-clad passionate fans as they shout to cheer on their team.
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]]>As Metro reports, U.K. company Ocean Florida is accepting applications for a new theme park tester who will work in Orlando, Florida as a market researcher. This sounds like a perfect opportunity for anyone who loves theme parks and everything related to them.
The work will last for three weeks in April or May this year, and the company will pay £3,000 (around $4,000 USD) to the chosen applicant. The requirements describe the ideal candidate as a person over 18 who is savvy in social media, knows how to take great photos and videos and keep a video diary. The person will be expected to post the whole experience on Instagram.
And it gets even better — the person chosen for the job can also bring a friend, and the company will pay all the travel expenses and lend them a Go Pro and a Fit Bit.
You have until January 31st, 2020 to apply for this amazing job!
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]]>Walt Disney World
Walt Disney world contains four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Check your ticket to make sure the ones you want to go to are included.
Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando comprises of Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. The Islands of Adventure contains the Incredible Hulk and the Jurassic Park rides, so make sure you hit up both. And if you want to check out both lands of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, make sure your ticket includes both parks.
SeaWorld
SeaWorld contains several incredible rides in addition to one of the largest and most spectacular aquariums in the world.
Busch Gardens
Located in Tampa, Bush Gardens is a theme park for thrill-seekers. The park also contains an impressive safari.
LEGOLand
If you are traveling with kids, visiting the wonderful world of LEGOLand is a must.
Discovery Cove
Swim with dolphins and snorkel with stingrays in the magical underwater world of Discovery Cove.
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