Orlando, a city in central Florida, is one of the top travel destinations in the U.S. that attracted over 75 million visitors in a pre-pandemic 2019. This figure represents a historic milestone for the country’s travel industry. The reason for its popularity is that Orlando is a home to the most startling adventure parks like the Walt Disney World and the Universal Studios, holding the title of the Theme Park Capital of the world. 

Orlando’s major amusement parks are ‌within a 24-kilometer radius. The spacious Walt Disney World Resort has four theme parks, two water parks, a dining district, where you can have a nice dinner with Disney Princesses, and over 20 themed hotels. Resort’s crown jewel is Magic Kingdom Park with most iconic attractions, like Cinderella Castle, as well as beloved Disney characters walking around the area, and dazzling fireworks that light up the night sky. Beside the most thrilling rollercoasters, the resort offers breathtaking and most entertaining shows, including new Cirque du Soleil, Drawn to Life, at Disney Springs, and Guardians of the Galaxy.

Universal Studios is another Orlando amusement complex that draws millions of tourists every year. It is renowned for its impressive Harry Potter and Jurassic Park-themed areas, representing one of the greatest family-oriented resorts. 

However, tourists come to the city not only for the world-famous theme parks but also for the warm climate, shopping malls, the golf courses and the nightlife. 

 If you want to explore Orlando beyond its amusement parks, the Downtown area is the ‘real’ side of the city, loved and cherished by its residents. This vibrant metropolitan site can ensure a memorable and welcoming experience. A place where art, sport and urban life come together in an eclectic and unique mix of skyscrapers, shopping centers, parks, theaters, art galleries and sport centers. 

The most photographed place here is Lake Eola Park, where you can hop on a beautiful swan paddle boat and cruise across the historic Lake Eola with a fascinating fountain right in the middle of it. Beside swan-shaped paddle boats, you can encounter five different species of real gracious swans in the park nearby. 

For the last couple of years, the Orlando Metro population has grown to over 2 million residents and comprises four counties — Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole. Orlando is known to be quite a hospitable city with a unique wilderness, fantastic beaches and magnificent nature. 

For those who want to dive into Central Florida’s nature, Orlando North is the place to do that. But first, check out Harry P. Leu Gardens, a 50 acres of beautiful flora and fauna just a few minutes drive from downtown Orlando. Its tropical and semi-tropical gardens can boast a rare collection of plants, including beds of blooming roses, azaleas, bromeliads, and a tropical stream garden. The Harry P. Leu Gardens is considered one of the best places to visit in Orlando. 

The best time to visit Orlando is from March to May when the weather is comfortable and the summer flow of tourists has not taken over the city. Besides, the most pleasant weather is during the spring months, as the temperature holds at about 26°C. This period is before the rainy months, so you can expect comfortable and warm weather and sunny skies on most days. The rainy season starts in June here. 

Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 12°C to 32°C and is rarely below 4°C or above 35°C.

Orlando may not be on the coast, but its central location makes the city a great home base for beach lovers. Cocoa Beach, Canaveral National Seashore and Daytona Beach are the closest to Orlando. 

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