Orlando Florida | The World’s Most Enchanted Place

Tips & Things to Know

•  Check the map – Some of the roads in Orlando can be confusing to navigate. Take a look at your route ahead of time and don’t just rely on a navigation system.
• Don’t forget sunscreen – They don’t call it the Sunshine State for no reason. The sun’s rays are strong year-round, but it is especially important to lather up in summer.
• Eat local – Orlando has hundreds of local, family-run restaurants that showcase a variety of cuisines. Check out Yelp or your hotel’s concierge for recommendations.
•  Buy souvenirs outside the theme parks – You can find lots of stuffed animals, toys, and clothing souvenirs at the outlets and even the local grocery stores. Save your money and don’t buy the full-priced
•  Don’t fret about the afternoon showers – It is normal for afternoon showers to show up in the summer. They never last too long and they even help cool it off.

 What to Pack

• Sunscreen – Don’t become a tomato tourist! Even when it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays are still very strong.
• Bathing Suit – Between the hotel pools, the water parks, and the nearby beaches, there are lots of opportunities to make a splash.
• Walking Shoes – Sightseeing and visiting theme parks mean you’ll be getting lots of steps in. Don’t let blisters ruin your vacation.
• Reusable Water Bottle – Orlando can reach over 100 degrees in the summer with high humidity. Always stay hydrated.
• Mickey Ears – Or your favorite Disney/Universal clothing. Dressing up makes a theme park vacation even more special.

 Costs & Budgeting

• 3 Star Hotel Room – $120/night
• 1 Bedroom Apartment Rental – $80/night
• Rental Car – $40/day
• Ride Share from Downtown to Airport – $25
• Take Out Meal for Two – $20-30
• Sit Down Dinner for Two – $80-140
• Draft Beer – $6-12

Fun and Interesting Facts about Florida

Florida has Nothing But Coastline (almost): Florida is the only state that’s tucked between both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. As a matter of fact, over two-thirds of the entire state’s population lives in a coastal area.While Florida isn’t an island, it is a peninsula. This means that it’s surrounded by water on three sides. The Atlantic Ocean to the East, the Gulf of Mexico to the West and the Straits of Florida to the South. This is the place to be if you love wide-open water. In fact, Florida has the longest coastline in the contiguous United States (lower 48). Alaska has the longest coastline in all of the United States.

The Lowest Highest Natural Point – At One With the Sea: Did you know that Florida is the flattest state in the US? Most of the state is at or around sea level.

As a matter of fact, the highest point in Florida is only 345 feet above sea level. What does that mean? Well, if you want to look smart with some fun facts to share with your friends, tell them that Florida has the lowest highest natural point in America.This means, that if you stand on the State’s high point, Britton Hill at 385 feet above sea level, you are still lower than other states.

Friendly Sea Cows :Florida is home to the friendly sea cow. Manatees are the best part of Florida. Have you ever seen one of those gentle and chubby underwater friends? If not, Book this Manatee swim and snorkel to swim among the manatees in Homosassa State Wildlife Park.

These animals are harmless and often friendly with humans, but you should never reach out and touch one. Luckily for you, Florida’s Crystal River lets you get up-close and personal with manatees. Crystal River is also the only refuge that’s made specifically for manatee protection.

Hurricane Season: Florida is known for its hurricanes, and all Florida residents know that hurricane season is just a fact of life. If you plan on traveling, make sure that you do your due diligence and look into the weather first.

Florida, with its watery surroundings, is a prime target for these summer storms. An estimated 40% of hurricanes that head to the US hit Florida. Most hurricanes are mild enough, however, hurricanes are getting more powerful with each season, and the latest hurricanes of Irma and Ian have caused massive devastation around the state.

Fun In Orlando: Orlando is a prime destination for vacationers everywhere. And did you know that Florida is home to two of the biggest theme parks in the world: Universal Studios and Walt Disney World Resort? And here is another fun fact, Walt Disney World Resort is the most visited theme park in the world. Walt Disney World Resort is home to several theme parks of its own, including Epcot and Magic Kingdom. It’s almost the size of San Francisco.

There are so many boats and waterways in Florida, that Florida is often touted as the boating capital of the world.

Similar to those scenes you’ll see of the canals in Italy with people taking boats through the streets, in Cape Coral, there are 400 miles of waterways. It’s not as large or extensive as it sounds, but it’s still impressive when you see it up-close.