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ORLANDO HOTELS

ORLANDO , a quiet farming town in 1970, now has more visitors than any other place in the state. The reason, of course, is Walt Disney World , which, along with Universal Studios Escape, Sea World and a host of themed attractions, pulls more than 25 million people a year to a previously featureless plot of scrubland. Few people head to Orlando proper, choosing instead one of the countless motels along Hwy-192 , fifteen miles south, or International Drive , five miles southwest. Despite enormous expansion over the last decade, the town itself remains free of the commercialism that surrounds it.

 Universal's Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando (Fla.) offers Orlando travelers a tropical paradise within a five-minute water taxi ride of Universal Studios Orlando.                                                                                                                                                                      

Location. Universal's Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando (Fla.) offers Orlando travelers a tropical paradise within a five-minute water taxi ride of Universal Studios Orlando. The Royal Pacific Resort also offers complimentary transportation to SeaWorld Orlando and Wet n' Wild water park. Special theme park benefits include Universal Express ride access to bypass regular lines at most attractions and rides, complimentary resort-wide transportation via water taxis or shuttle buses and priority seating at select Universal Orlando restaurants.

Hotel Features. Designed to resemble a tropical paradise, the outdoor area at Universal's Royal Pacific Resort features palm trees, gardens and a lagoon-style pool complete with a sand beach and water playground. Opportunities for recreation include The Gymnasium fitness center, beach volleyball, a putting green and game room. Guests also have access to the hotel's Golf Universal Orlando program. The hotel offers supervised children's activities in The Mariner's Club and an interactive water play area. Evenings bring movies under the stars at the hotel's weekly poolside "dive-in" movies. Dining options include breakfast buffets at Islands Dining Room, tropical drinks poolside at Bula Bar & Grille and Polynesian-fusion cuisine at Emeril's Tchoup Chop.

Guestrooms. Guestrooms feature pool or city views, and boast colorful linens, bamboo accents and hand-carved relief's from indigenous island woods. Club Level guestrooms offer additional amenities such as continental breakfasts, afternoon cocktails and unlimited use of the fitness center. King Suites and Hospitality Suites include separate living areas with sofa beds, conference tables and service pantries with refrigerators.

Expert Tip. Enjoy a musical journey through the islands at the Royal Pacific Resort's weekly Wantilan Luau. The luau takes place on Saturday evenings year round, plus Tuesday and Friday nights seasonally from mid-May through Labor Day. The luau features fire dancers, hula dancers and knife twirlers. Reservations are required.

SHERATON VISTANA RESORT - VILLAS IN LAKE BUENA VISTA

Just minutes away from Walt Disney World, The Sheraton Vistana Resort in Orlando, Fla., is surrounded by Central Florida's most popular attractions, yet provides a quiet refuge from the crowds.                                                                                      

Location. Just minutes away from Walt Disney World, The Sheraton Vistana Resort in Orlando, Fla., is surrounded by Central Florida's most popular attractions, yet provides a quiet refuge from the crowds. SeaWorld is five miles away, Epcot is six miles away, Disney-MGM Studios is eight miles and the Magic Kingdom is nine miles away. Complimentary scheduled transportation to all four Disney theme parks is available, as well as transportation to Universal Studios and SeaWorld for a fee. The Orlando International Airport is 16 miles from the resort.

Features. The Sheraton Vistana Resort features a lush tropical setting, and 135 acres of lakes, fountains and waterfalls that set it apart from other Orlando resorts. The Flamingo Café features daily breakfast buffets and dinner options such as pasta, burgers, steaks and seafood in a casual setting. Zimmie's serves American fare, ice cream and nightly happy hours at the adjacent sports bar. Cascades Bar and Grill offers pub food and features karaoke and live music on select evenings. The Sheraton Vistana Resort features a business center and offers a wide array of amenities, including 24-hour front desk, concierge, car rental and tour services. The hotel hosts a fitness facility, tennis courts, a game room, a lounge and a lagoon-style pool.

Guestrooms. This resort offers one-and two-bedroom villas. Villas include separate living, dining and sleeping areas. One-bedroom villas offer fully equipped kitchenettes, and two-bedroom villas feature full kitchens.

Expert Tip. Multi-day discounted tickets to area theme parks are available for purchase at the Sheraton Vistana Resort's Attractions Desk.
Please Note: Resort fees are determined by the hotel and are subject to change.
 

THE FLORIDA HOTEL

With a balanced sense of grace and authority, The Florida Hotel and Conference Center in Orlando, Fla., stands poised in cooperation with the adjoining Florida Mall, which houses seven department stores and 250 specialty shops.                                                                                                                                                                      

Location. With a balanced sense of grace and authority, The Florida Hotel and Conference Center in Orlando, Fla., stands poised in cooperation with the adjoining Florida Mall, which houses seven department stores and 250 specialty shops. This hotel is seven miles from Universal Studios Orlando, eight miles from SeaWorld Orlando and 14 miles from Walt Disney World Resort, with complimentary scheduled shuttle service to all Disney attractions.

Hotel Features. Le Jardin Cafe offers lunch and dinner, while the Cricket's Grille provides an intimate environment with vibrant floral arrangements, loveseats and a bar. The bar features flat panel HDTVs and serves specialty drinks. Business amenities include a business center and conference facilities. The outdoor pool area is enclosed by palm trees, lounge patio furniture and a spa tub. A fitness center is on site.

Guestrooms. The Florida Hotel and Conference Center's guestrooms are furnished with beech wood furniture. Rooms feature modern amenities such as 32-inch flat panel televisions. Minibars offer two complimentary bottles of water daily.

Expert Tip. Guests walk through the lobby and into the Florida Mall to try out the vast array of dining options for a change of pace.

Resort Fees:
Resort fees are determined by the hotel and are subject to change.