One of the top family destinations in the world, Orlando seems destined to
a ways be mentioned in the same breath as theme parks. In fact, the parks
seem to have permeated every corner, reaching their glossy, over-produced
tentacles to restaurants and hotels across the city. Where are the dive bars?
The hole-in the-wall restaurants? Why are the waiters costumed and why does
there always have to be something fiberglass hanging overhead? It’s all Walt
Disney’s fault. The Magic Kingdom was so successful that it spawned a whole
empire and attracted a slew of like-minded attractions; nowadays you can go
to a different theme park every day of the week.
Of course there are other things to do in Orlando. Many people are surprised
to find that there’s a stylish downtown district, a thriving nightlife scene, and
even some residents who don’t dress up like pirates during the day.
With more than 40 incredible rides, shows, movie sets and attractions,
The No. 1 Movie Studio and Theme Park in the World is the only place on
earth where you can Live The Movies! Universal Studios CityWalk is an
unparalleled entertainment, dining and shopping complex featuring famous
name restaurants and nightclubs. Universal Studios Islands of Adventure,
with state-of-the-art rides and attractions, will carry us into the next
milennium and beyond. |
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