Orlando

Orlando grabs attention as a very popular family holiday destination thanks to the numerous things that the city offers people irrespective of their ages. An ideal family getaway, there are numerous attractions in Orlando where every single member of the family can be equally entertained and delighted and with expedia car hire you can easily explore everything this amazing place has to offer.

As a top family break destination, Orlando guarantees complete enjoyment for families no matter what time of the year they choose to visit. The city has for long been considered one of the best places to relish the happiness of family bonding. Just the fact that Orlando is home to ‘Disney Land’ – regarded the world’s happiest place and the ‘Universal studio’s Island of Adventure’, speaks a lot about the amazing experiences that awaits one in this city.

The above two star attractions of the city gift loads of fun-filled experiences that are thrilling enough to enliven people of any age from any cultural background and from any country across the world. From themed games and roller coaster rides to coming face-to-face with comic characters, there are a pack of entertaining and hilarious activities that can be cherished by the entire family here. The fun and joy that Disneyland gifts, is beyond the conception of someone who has not been lucky enough to get there. Each of the fascinations, magical water rides, theme parks and pleasurable activities that this place offers comes as a pleasant surprise to tourists.

The magical world of Disney is one among the main reasons behind Orlando evolving as one among America’s most famed family holiday destinations. But, of course, it does not stop with that. The ‘Hollywood Studios’ which weaves around movies and the magic it creates, the ‘Animal Kingdom’ where kids can enjoy a Safari ride, ‘Epcot’ which gifts both adults as well as teenagers the pleasure of enjoying futuristic rides, the ‘Kennedy Space Center’ where kids can enlighten themselves on space travel and the ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ which comes as a treat to all Potter fans add much more fun to a family holiday out at Orlando.

The theme-park capital of the world also has to its credit several other gargantuan tourist attractions which includes Universal Orlando – a film studio attractions very much similar to Disney and the Sea World which encompasses an Aqua Park, Aquarium, Zoo and Activity Park.

In addition to the above – exotic resorts, great food and impressive golf courses make sure that visitors enjoy every single moment in Orlando to the fullest. From rented villas to accommodations set in the most picturesque surroundings and fully equipped with every amenity you would possibly think of, there are numerous accommodations which are tailor-made to suit the needs of families visiting the city.

Orlando also boasts of one of the country’s largest shopping malls and the fact that the dollar is low ebb at the moment comes as good news to many. With a warm weather to go with all the above there is little more you can ask out of a family holiday at Orlando.

With something special for every member of the family, Orlando family holidays sure gift you memories that will last a lifetime.

Miami

Miami is one among the most sizzling holiday destinations and beats many of its counterparts when it comes to salsa, sunshine and sports. The city brims with entertainment options, world-class attractions, exciting beaches, top notch restaurants, sophisticated hotels and of course the best part – an engaging nightlife which promises to keep you awake all night long.

In spite of the fact that South Beach hogs all the limelight for its pastel-hued buildings and à la mode nightclubs, other parts of Miami have much to offer as well in terms of recreation and culture. A day out at the sun-kissed Haulover Beach Park or at Little Havana can be as amusing as a night at South Beach.

The biggest city of the Sunshine State, Florida, Miami has evolved from a plain Oceanside retirement community to a cultural melting pot today. The music, language, spirit and Latin American food help add that International flare which Miami boasts of today. Though the city is best known for its beaches, a visit to this city will enlighten one on the fact that there’s a lot more to Miami besides than just the sun and surf.

In addition to the load of family attractions, fantastic beaches and superlative shopping avenues, Miami has some of the best neighbourhoods. The Coral Gables (constructed exclusively from coral limestone) with its romantic Venetian pool and Spanish colonial-style homes; the popular Key Biscayne with recreational marine attractions, huge beach parks and fantastic beaches; Little Havana – the famed Cuban neighbourhood and the Coconut Grove which enchants with its exciting nightlife scene and lively shopping makes it clear to visitors that true Miami is in its nieghbourhoods.

Amongst the many things to do and see, here are the best you can opt for on a Miami holiday

Zoo Miami: Many a people’s most favourite zoo, Zoo Miami does not disappoint visitors. Gifting an incredible experience, the zoo showcases many appreciable creative setups with habitat styled exhibits that offer plenty of room for animals. The sanctuary boasts of some of the most endangered and rare animals including crocodiles, tigers and the Komodo Dragon.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

A splendid museum which has some of the best collections of historic artifacts and significant artworks! Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is one if the best places where travelers can experience the eternity of Florence, the joviality of the Rococo and the grandeur of Rome!

Santa’s Enchanted Forest – South Florida’s winter wonderland, Santa’s enchanted forest is a friendly and fun attraction that is loved by people of all ages alike. Kids love the place and Santa’s Enchanted Forest is on top of the family favourite attractions in Miami!

Everglades Hummer Adventures: The world famous park which also has the tag of being South Florida’s most popular attraction – “THE FLORIDA EVERGLADES” does not disappoint.

Oleta River State Park – offers great kayaking and biking opportunities in the Florida countryside. This urban oasis is considered one of the most naturally beautiful places in the United States.

Barnacle State Historic Site: Mulled over as the birthplace of Miami, the perfect way to revisit early Miami is to be here.

These and many more unique attractions along with the best amusing activities and entertainment options give enough reason why Miami is any vacationer’s favourite holiday destination. With something for everybody, Miami sure falls into the list of ‘fine holiday destinations’.

Visiting Nasa

Located on the east coast of Florida, hardly an hour from the state’s most popular city, Orlando, and midway between Jacksonville and Miami, NASA is where you can see nature and technology at its best. The Space center shares its property with the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and almost half of its area was allocated as part of the Canaveral National Seashore by the Congress in the year 1975.

The most ideal destination in the world to be in, if you love space and space travel, NASA is the place from where people can take home an inspirational and memorable journey through time and space. The space
center is indeed a story book, the most interesting and informative of its kind, turning the pages of which you can enlighten yourselves on man’s epic journey to the Moon, the history and the technology of
how orbited satellites were launched and how they went on to improve the quality of human lives et cetera. As the fact remains that there are still many pages to be filled as people here are continuously
striving to unwind the mysteries that are knotted around our cosmos, the popularity of NASA keeps growing with only the sky as its limit.

The good news is that many among NASA’s installations are open to the general public who are invited to tour and visit the place. There are even a few NASA centers which operate their own visitor centers.
Though admission fees are charged at some sites, you can be sure that it is definitely worth your money to visit this space center that has been exploring the secrets of our Universe.

Since its inception way back in the year 1958, the space center has hogged a lot of limelight for the very many technological and scientific feats that it has achieved over the years. In fact a visit
to Orlando is never complete without paying visit to this space center where you can plunge into mankind’s ultimate journey.

NASA is the only place in the planet where you are gifted with a once in a life-time opportunity to tour launch areas, get to see herculean rockets, connect with veteran astronauts, enjoy live shows, take a
close look at the space centers landing and launching facilities, experience real life simulation and interactive training and even getto see shuttles before they take off.

The hub of technology and discovery which saw the greatest accomplishments of mankind has several attractions which feature hands-on experience and enlivening exhibits. “The Shuttle Launch
Experience” gift visitors an electrifying launch experience. With sights, atmospheric sound and lighting effects and all the feeling and excitement of a real space shuttle launch you can embark on your own
exciting journey here. The two huge IMAX theaters with a giantfive-story screen show breathtaking footage shots of NASA astronauts whilst they were on their actual missions. The 3-D special effects
makes it look like you are really floating aside these space hero’s. Visitors can make optimum use of the KSC tours which operate here, guided by space program experts which seek to help visitors take a
deeper and clearer look into the operations of the space center.

The U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, the Exploration Space, Rocket Garden, Apollo/Saturn V Center, Space Shuttle Plaza, LC 39 Observation Gantry, Astronaut Memorial, Children’s Play Dome and the Hubble Telescope
Exhibit are the other equally entertaining, informative and enlightening attractions here.

Prepare yourselves for a journey through time at this epic space center -NASA!