July 2nd, 2008
Must do’s on an Orlando Vacation at Disney
When taking an Orlando Vacation and in particular when visiting the Disney theme parks there are an enormous number of activities. It is hard to decide what to do, when there is so much fun available. Therefore I put together a few suggested events and attractions to check out when visiting the Disney theme parks.
1. The Light Show at The Magic Kingdom
This occurs towards the end of the evening and is a must for people of all ages. It is a spectacular presentation that takes place in the sky above the castle and along Main Street. There are a few garden areas located just to the right side of the castle;s front. I recommend viewing the show from one of these locations to potentially avoid at least a portion of the crowds and end up with a nice view.
2. Tom Sawyer’s Island within Animal Kingdom.
This is nice interactive experience where families can let their children roam, while the parents casually walk the paths along the island. While many people might not put this on a list of top attractions, the many alcoves and hidden adventures within the island, make it a must see in my book. As with the other Disney theme parks, the Animal Kingdom is not far from the many Orlando vacation hotels featured on our primary website.
3. The Safari Ride at the Animal Kingdom
This is another must see for those who decide to visit the Disney theme park. It is well known as one of the top excursions and I could not agree more. A bit of advice is to take this ride in the morning or closer to dusk, as you are likely to see a larger number of animals during this time.
4. Mexico at Epcot
Mexico is one of the world showcases that I found to be a nice treat. This area contains reasonably priced food compared to many of the other countries pavilions. One fairly well hidden and enjoyable ride is an indoor ride that takes you along a journey where there are always beautiful sunsets regardless of time of day outside
5. Downtown Disney
Yes, it some might say it is only a shopping center with a Disney theme. However, this is actually one of the best and most affordable places managed by Disney. There are multiple shops that are excellent places to find gifts without as many of the lines located in the theme parks. Admission is free so visitors only pay for what they decide to buy. There is also a nice selection of restaurants to pick amongst during a shopping break.
This is of course only a handful of the places I suggest visiting on an Orlando vacation. Still, if I could only pick a few places to go at Disney these destinations make the list without question. Please feel free to add your favorite places in the comments below.