Orlando is the ultimate family-friendly destination. Interactive exhibits, educational activities, and meet and greets with some of the most beloved characters make our city perfect for multi-generational vacations. Whether you are traveling with tots or teens, or are young at heart, these family-friendly attractions in Orlando should be at the top of your bucket list. Crayola Experience http://www.crayolaexperience.com/orlando The Crayola Experience is an interactive attraction featuring 26 activities where the family works together to create an exciting and colorful journey. The hands-on experience uses technology to enhance the experience, enabling visitors to bring their ideas to life with melted wax or even design their own special Crayola crayon. At $24.99 plus tax per person for general admission (with free parking), […]

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Florida is a special place. Every year millions of people fly in to enjoy everything that the Sunshine State has to offer. In fact, 116.5 million people made Florida their vacation destination in 2017. Every guest contributes to the lives of over 1.4 million residents who work in the tourism industry. But we’re not the only ones looking at big numbers. Get excited to visit Florida with these fun facts about our great state. Water Play Florida’s 1,350 miles of sandy coastline is home to 570 beaches There are more than 15 water parks spread out across the state, 4 of which are within 10-20 minutes of our hotel (Aquatica, Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, and Volcano Bay) Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon’s […]

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What is Hamilton? Hamilton: An American Musical is a Broadway show about Alexander Hamilton, a founding father of the United States who immigrated from the West Indies and worked his way up to being the nation’s first treasury secretary. The musical is based on a 2004 biography of his life, written by historian Ron Chernow. Hamilton, featuring the work of composer Lin Manuel Miranda, blends multiple musical genres outside of traditional-style show tunes, most prominently the styles of hip-hop, R&B, and soul. As of 2016, Hamilton was on its way to being nominated for a record sixteen Tony awards, of which it won eleven, including Best Musical. That same year, Hamilton also received a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater […]

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From enlightened Buddha bowls to otherworldly Satu’li bowls, the food bowl trend is dominating social media feeds and restaurant menus everywhere. These simple, colorful meals are just as pleasing to the eye as they are to the stomach. If you want to try this healthy food trend in Orlando, there are many restaurants where you can find the delicious creations. Check out our guide below to learn about some of the most fantastic food bowls in Orlando and where to find them. Orlando’s Best Acaí Bowls Even if you haven’t tried acai bowls, you’ve likely seen pictures of them online or being made in your favorite juice bar or smoothie shop. Acai berries are reddish-purple fruits about an inch around […]

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