The Amazing Adventures of Spider- Man is one of the best theme park rides in the world and is suitable for your children. Do it first!
Temperatures in Orlando can get quite high, especially in the middle of the summer. Plan to take in these ‘cool places’ when the thermometer rises: Journey to Atlantis, Dolphin Cove Underwater Viewing, Wild Arctic, Penguin Encounter and the Nautilus Theater.
Most hotels in Orlando allow guests to bring in a takeaway or have food delivered to their rooms. Many have menus on hand for nearby eateries.
Take your seat for the sea lion and otter show at least 45 minutes before Clyde and Seamour take over Pirate Island. You won’t want to miss the zany pre-show antics of the world-famous mime artist. You’ll be rolling in the aisles!
Take very little in the way of toiletries. Not only does this free up space in your case, but it’s cheaper to buy in places like Walmart, especially sun cream.
Take the Kilimanjaro Safari early in the morning – you’ll see the animals before they find shade from the strong sun.
Take a look at the ‘tip board’ on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Hollywood Boulevard. This will tell you the live show times, which celebrities are visiting during the day, and the current waiting times on the rides.
Why not take a change of clothes and a towel for kids so they can cool off running through the fountains?
Try to avoid Wet ‘n Wild on a Wednesday, as this is when water parks are at their busiest.
Always ensure that your kids wear sun lotion and a hat – the sun in Florida can be very strong.