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The dolphins at Sea WorldThe most famous resident of this central Florida city is Mickey Mouse, the cartoon creation of animated movie tycoon, Walt Disney, whose vision has turned Orlando, and the adjacent Lake Buena Vista and Kissimmee areas, into the world’s busiest, biggest and best-known concentrated tourist Mecca. It is not only the Disney dazzle that draws visitors to Orlando as there are other attractions here too, like Universal Studios and Sea World, all adding to the maelstrom of thrills and pleasure palaces that this city is now renowned for. Just a trip down attraction-rich International Drive is a mind-boggling experience. Shopping is also cheap in Florida so go with space in your luggage so that you can bring some great clothes back. First time visitors should hire a car with a Sat-Nav fitted or you could spend half your holiday driving around. There are some cheap hotels available with the standard room sleeping up to four but for larger families or groups it can work out cheaper renting one of our cheap Orlando villas. If you're looking for half board or all inclusive then you'll be disappointed as we know of no hotels offering this. This is mainly down to the long days spent at the attractions, many of which also have evening shows included in the price, so getting back for dinner would spoil your day. One of the great things about Orlando is eating out and you'll be spoilt for choice and amazed at how cheap it can be. If you have young children in your party then it's best to spread your days at theme parks out or you'll be too tired to enjoy this amazing experience. See things to do in Orlando.

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Best Western Lakeside, Kissimmee. 3-star R/O. Situated on 24 acres of Walt Disney World ground, 3 pools and 2 kids pools, 18-hole mini-golf course and a free kids club...  More >>>

   

Walt Disney All Star Movies. 3-star R/O. This movie-themed resort at Walt Disney World® Resort offers a fun, cinematic approach to a Disney vacation. Films such as 101 Dalmatians and Fantasia... More >>>

Best* Value Villa   Best* Value Executive Villa
 

WDW Standard Homes, Near Walt Disney World. 3-star S/C. All of the homes are within 20 to 25 minutes drive to Walt Disney (subject to traffic). More >>>

 

Calaby Parc Executive Homes. Near Walt Disney World. 4-star S/C.. located less than 9 miles from Walt Disney World Resort. It is the perfect location for guests to ... More >>>

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* Based on previous guest opinions. **Free child place(s) applies to accommodation only but may not be for all board levels. FCP's subject to availability but were available at time of publishing.

Orlando holidays travel facts

Climate:  Orlando's Weather & Climate (opens as a pop-up)

Airports:  Orlando-Sanford Airport (SFB), Orlando-International Airport (MCO) (opens as a pop-up)

Flight time from UK: Between 9 & 10.5 hours

Currency: The US Dollar (USD) is the unit of currency and is divided into 100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. ATMs are widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted. Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.

Time: GMT -5 (GMT -4 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October).

Language: English is the official language.

Electricity: Electricity: 110 volts, 60Hz. Plugs are mainly the two, flat-pin type, though three-pin plugs are also widely used. European appliances without dual-voltage capabilities will require an adapter, which can be purchased in most major departure airports.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: UK passport holders require a valid passport for travel to the USA. Under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP), most British citizens do not require a visa for holiday, transit or business purposes providing their passports are machine-readable, the stay does not exceed 90 days and a return or onward ticket is held. Note: Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Protected Person, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do require a visa. Please click her if visiting the USA after 12th January 2009.

Passport/Visa Note: Visitors entering the country under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) must have a machine-readable passport (MRP) that has a bar code on the photo page. From 26 October 2006 eligible travellers under the VWP must include biometrics in their machine-readable passports if they wish to enter the country without a visa, containing unique personal data such as fingerprints or iris details. All new passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 must contain a digital photo image in order to travel visa-free. Due to new security measures, all visitors to the USA will have a photograph and two fingerprints taken by an inkless scanner on arrival, including those travelling visa-free under the Visa Waiver Programme.

Customs: Laws vary from state to state, including speed limits, the age of consent and the age at which you may legally buy and consume alcohol, but this is usually 21 years.

Useful contact information:

USA Embassy, London, United Kingdom: +[44] (0)20 7499-9000 Website

British Consulate, Orlando: (407) 254-3300 Website

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Things to do in Orlando

Any Orlando guide has to start with Walt Disney which is only fare considering it was Walt who started it all at the beginning of the 1960's. Unfortunately he died before the first park, the Magic Kingdom, officially opened in 1971, but his legacy has taken root and is still growing. Please click here to see more on Orlando's attractions

 
 
     
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