5 Memory-Maker Theme Parks
When you need to depart from the ice and snow, there’s no better place to take the whole family than sunny Orlando, Florida. Winter is a perfect time to visit all the fun theme parks and attractions. There’s usually less waiting times for rides, the weather isn’t sweltering, and there’s holiday-themed activities and decorations everywhere.
Here’s a brief run-down of 5 kid friendly, snowflake dodging, memory making things to do in Orlando this winter season.
There is something merry happening at the park from December to January. Here you’ll find parades with genuine, giant Macy’s balloons, Mannheim Steamroller performing all the Christmas classics live, and having breakfast with the Grinch himself, plus more.
See Main Street, USA decked in its winter finery and Cinderella’s Castle lit in icy white lights. Traditional shows, like the Illuminations firework show, combine with the all new Disney Count Down to Midnight can be something everyone can look forward to. Go visit Walt Disney World at its most magical.
Celebrating its 30th year, Orlando Museum of Art transforms into a winter wonderland. The theme of holiday décor this season is “Art of the Holiday” and visitors will get to see designer decorated trees, wreaths, and even customized gingerbread houses. Come experience the wonder of an indoor forest of Christmas cheer. Tickets include all the museum exhibits, so get some culture while you’re there.
Forced to reschedule from October to December because of hurricane Matthew, this is perfect for anyone who loves to celebrate Halloween year-round. The annual horror convention has a kid zone, zombie walk, and a huge exhibition floor with everything a horror fan will adore. This year, the feature appearances will be Weird Al Yankovic, stars from the hot Netflix original, Stranger Things, and Kane Hodder from Friday the 13th VII.
Sea World Christmas Celebration
Take the kids to see the sea life exhibits and get an extra special treat on your visit from November 25 through December 31. Santa’s Fireside Feast is an all-you-care-to-eat meal and a family photo with St. Nick himself. The ice skating extravaganza Winter Wonderland on Ice show will make it an extra jolly time to visit Sea World in Orlando.
Visiting Orlando with the kids is the ultimate family vacation, and one of the most tiring. Ditch the hotel and consider renting an entire house as your vacation home. Vacation rentals are economical, roomy, and quiet. No worries about the kids being too loud when they’re trying to get you up at 5 am to get the day started. No problems with a noisy party next waking the baby up at 2 am. And, best of all, the price is usually cheaper than most hotels.
Having all the room to play, a full-sized kitchen for making a quick meal before heading out for the day, and blissful quiet when you need it all make a vacation rental home in Orlando the way to go.
