Orlando
Orlando is, quite simply, the theme-park capital of the world, and there is nowhere quite like it for a family holiday packed with thrills. Walt Disney World alone spreads across four enormous parks, from the timeless storybook magic of the Magic Kingdom to the futuristic domes of Epcot, the movie-themed Hollywood Studios and the wildlife adventures of Animal Kingdom.
Beyond Disney, Universal Orlando draws crowds to the spellbinding Wizarding World of Harry Potter and a string of white-knuckle rides, while SeaWorld and the smaller water parks offer a refreshing change of pace under the Florida sun. Wristbands, fast-passes and clever planning are the secret to making the most of it all without queuing your holiday away.
There is more to Orlando than rollercoasters, though. The vast outlet malls are a magnet for bargain hunters, the restaurants cater to every taste and budget, and the warm Florida climate means you can be by the pool one minute and on a rollercoaster the next. Just an hour or so away lie the beaches of the Gulf Coast and the Kennedy Space Center, both well worth a day out.
Exhausting, exhilarating and endlessly entertaining, Orlando remains the ultimate destination for families chasing a holiday they will never forget.
