Florida theme parks

Magic Kingdom
As the undisputed king of Florida, Magic Kingdom was the first theme park opened in 1971 at Walt Disney World Resort. A sprawling 107 acres, Magic Kingdom is the place where storybook fairy tales become bigger than life. Like no other theme park, Disney captures the essence of story tale magic, exciting entertainment, backstage excursions, classic attractions, and beloved Disney Characters.

Epcot
Based on the vision of a modern Utopia, Epcot was initially intended to be a prototype city of the future taking it's cue from the new ideas and technologies emerging from the creative engine of America. As one of the largest theme-parks at Disney, Epcot imagineers merged both the concept of cutting edge technology and a World's Fair type theme. Today millions of visitors flock to Disney World to explore both Future World and World Showcase. Future world offers the world of ingenuity and imagination of American free enterprise while World Showcase features a taste of eleven different countries from around the world.

Hollywood Studios
As a tribute to the Hollywood "that never was and always will be", Hollywood Studios fans out to 135 acres of theme park dedicated exclusively to show business. Initially inspired by the heyday of the 30's and 40's, the park was re-branded to reflect the celebration of today's Hollywood. With its famous streets and boulevards, the theme-park is fashioned like an authentic motion picture studio. Guests can meander down the park's entrance that pays homage to the real Hollywood Boulevard backdropped by the famous sorcerer's hat. Not only did Hollywood Studios produce classic motion pictures during the 80's but it's also home to the world-renown Osborne's Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights centerpiece attraction displayed during Christmas.

Animal Kingdom
Themed solely around animal conservation, this 500 acres theme-park is one of the largest in the world. Home to Animal kingdom's centerpiece attration, The Tree of Life, this 145-ft tree towers over the park reminding guests of the source of all life. Based on seven themed areas, Animal Kingdom offers guests an adventure filled with real, ancient and imaginary creatures ruled by dragons, dinosaurs, and lions. As the main entrence to the park, Oasis transports guests on an unusual journey through an amazing kingdom teaming with the most exotic creatures from arouind the world.
Meander through the east African village of Harambe, view a newborn chimp at the Conservation Station, brave the monster highspeed coast Expedition Everest in Asia, discover curious dinosaur bones at DinoLand U.S.A or just get a bite to eat at the Rainforest Cafe.

Cirque du Soleil, La Nouba
Cirque du Soleil, a Canadian production, founded in 1984, is reminiscent of the Grand Chapiteau with a permanent residence at downtown Disney World Orlando. Initially directing La Nouba, Franca Dragone is a circus like performance created specifically for Disney. Its name, Faire La Nouba means to "to party", "live it up", hence the production was conceived from the enchanted, fairytale, joyful like atmosphere surrounding Disney World. From 1984 until the present, Cirque du Soleil has performed some 29 different shows including the latest Michael Jackson: The Immortal World tour. Millions grace the halls of La Nouba impacient to witness highly-acclaimed circus-like performers including gymnasts, acrobats, and other talented performers. Perhaps the face to La Nouba is the colorful Green Bird who is both marionettesque and flightless our of the cage. Other cast members include Cons, Titan, Walker, Acrobatic pierrot, Dancers, Clowns, and the Cleaning Woman who is astonished by the world that surrounds her.

DisneyQuest
Considered the ultimate interactive adventure, Disney Quest, located at downtown Disney west side, offers five floors of state-of-the-art magic including explore zone, score zone, create zone, and replay zone. As the last remaining DisneyQuest in the country, guest are transported on the magic cybrolator to the 1st floor atrium accompanied by the unoficial mascot Genie from Aladdin. Search for hidden treatsure with dastardly pirates, explore Agrabah to release the trapped Genie, maneuver your truck to find Inca treasure, produce your own unique song, or design your own virtual reality coaster ride. At the end of the day purchase your favorite Disney souvenirs at the DisneyQuest Emporium. Casual dining is also offered at three quick service restaurants Wonderland Carfe, Food Quest and Pizza Pasta Panim

Hyperion Whart (Pleasure Island)
Scheduled to be completed by 2013, Disney plans to roll out some venues in advance in the retail districit including Splitsville bowling alley, and Apricot Lane Boutique. The new 50,000 sq-ft entertainment venue complex will house billiards, dining and live music.

Disney Water Parks
Featuring one of the world's most adrenaline-pumping waterslides, Disney Water Parks provide a host of one-of-a-kind wet entertainment for the entire family. Whether daring a high-speed waterslide, swimming in the pristine deep blue water or just soaking up the rays on the beach, kids will the fun of a lifetime in the middle of all the Disney Magic.

Blizzard Beach
Legend has it that a sudden bizzarre snowstorm compelled the construction of a first-time-ever ski resort in the area. Not lasting long, the storm left behind a group of slippery-wet items including a slide, ski-lift, pools, grottos and ramps. Before the failed resort could close, a frisky gator named "Ice Gator" began sliding down the hills into the new pools shouting, whopppeee!! Hence the old ski resort transformed itself into a water park. Today, travelers from around the world come to splash in this blissful tropical oasis filled with family-style thrill-rides, chill rides, relaxing lounge areas and much more.

Typhoon Lagoon
Entertaining millions of people each year, Typhoon Lagoon is host to the world's largest wave maker. As legend dictates, the park was fashioned by a typhoon that wreaked havoc on a former tropical paradise. The aftermath left surf boards cast about the trees, free-flowing waterways, new waterfalls, hidden grottos, and the impaled shrimp boat "Miss Tilly" perched upon Mount Mayday. As one of the most visited water parks in the world, Typhoon Lagoon has six main areas including Hideaway Bay, Typhoon Lagoon, Shark Reef, Castaway Creek, Mount Mayday, and Ketchakidde Creek

Universal Orlando
From the big screen to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, experience an entire universe of entertainment at Universal Orlando. At Universal enjoy timeless stories, two amazing theme-parks, bigger than life adventures, and spectacular thrills unlike anything that you have seen before. Critically acclaimed as the best theme park in Orlando, over 2.8 million tourists visit Universal in 2011. With ticket sales soaring in the order of $159 million, Universal experienced a spending frenzy for everything from mugs of butterbeer to magic wands, from Harry Potter paraphernelia to souvenirs. Universal is currently working hard to maintain the momentum.

Universal Studios
Jump into the action, go behind the scenes in the middle of one of your favorite TV movie shows. As one of the oldest production studios in the US, Universal Studios puts you center stage as the STAR with your favorite characters that are bigger than life. Take a wild and hilarious adventure through Krustyland on The Simpsons Ride™, waken the mummy from century long slumber on Revenge of the Mummy®, gallop through a haunted forest with OgreVision on Shrek 4-D, and protect the earth from aliens on MEN IN BLACK™ Alien Attack™.

Islands of Adventure
Embark on an amazing adventure through 7 uniquely themed islands at Universal Islands of Adventure. Explore a new world of cutting edge rides, shows, and interactive entertainment that will bring to life your favorite stories, cartoons, myths, and comic heroes.
Around every bend is a life-changing epic adventure at Islands of Adventure. From magical creatures to magical spells, join Harry Potter for an epic adventure as you enter the towering Hogwarts castle and passages, stroll through the streets of Hogsmeade, dine at Three Broomsticks, and shop at some of the best establishments including Dvervish and Banges, Zonkos Joke Shop

SeaWorld
First time ever, guest will experience new centerpiece attraction added to SeaWorld's stable of exhibits. Essentially transporting visitors to the frosty realm of Penguins, Antarctica will constitute the biggest expansion in the history of the park since opening in 1973.
Tentatively, the new attraction dubbed Antarctica, Empire of the Penguin, is scheduled for a premier debut in 2013. Offer beneath the sea experience for the last thrity seven years, SeaWorld blends both thrill-rides and a new world replete iwith lovable creatures from the sea. Critically acclaimed for underwater conservation of endangered species, SeaWorld accomplishes it's goals through a network of programs. SeaWorld blends both a under-the-sea immersive experience with adrenaline-pumping thrill rides. Capturing the attention of millions of visitors, SeaWorld attractions include Dolphins Up-Close, Behind the Scenes, Tours Summer Nights, Belugas, Penguins, Manta, and the latest show, "One Ocean."

Busch Gardens
Dubbed as one of the largest zoological parks in the world, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay began entertaining visitors in 1959. As a tribute to the African animal kingdom, Busch's sprawling 335-acres is habitat for over 2,700 exotic animals. Busch Gardens offers a host of highspeed coasters for enthusiasts including Sheikra, Gwazi, Kumba and much more. Get blown away with Bucsh Garden's newest attraction Cheetah Hunt as the attraction launches thrill seekers up to 60 mph. Kids will keep coming back for more thrills after they board the Air Grover with surprises around every turn. Busch offers rides for the whole family including SandSerpant featuring turns, twists, drops and five-story climbs for the final exhilerating zoom.

For more than 40 years, Busch Gardens, after it's passion, continues with its mission of conservation and care of wild animals. From Cheetahs to Flamingos, from lions to hippos, Busch Garden's takes pride in it's initiatives to protect wildlife of endangered species from around the world.