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When deciding to book a vacation at Walt Disney World you can choose from a lot of resorts, depending on your budget.

If you choose Disney’s Magical Express, you won’t have to worry about getting from the airport to the resort. It’s a complimentary service available during the Happiest Celebration on Earth. There is also the Guest Transportation available when you visit the parks. Of course Disney Dining is to be chosen so the hassle about finding a place to eat won’t ruin your holiday.

Orlando Vacation Fun Begins (or Ends) with Gatorland

What’s Gatorland? Well, I’m glad you asked.

Gatorland is a great “in between” place to visit while you’re in Orlando for vacation.

Let me explain.

When visitors first arrive in Orlando they often have half a day or so of time on their hands before they start touring the major theme parks. Or, maybe they find themselves in the opposite situation. They’re at the tail-end of their trip and they want something to do after they’ve already hit the big attractions.

Gatorland is a perfect place to fill this void. There’s enough to see and do here to take up a good half day (more if you want). But what you’ll see is enough to have the kids talking all the way home.

This family owned Alligator-themed park has been open for business since 1949. Activities within its 110 acres include the chance to:

See big alligators Take a Floridian wildlife train ride Visit a bird aviary and sanctuary Check out a “breeding marsh” Enjoy a petting zoo with your little ones Do a nature walk Visit a Gator gift shop And best of all - - 4 great shows According to the Gatorland website, this place started out as the dream of a man named Owen Godwin, Sr.

He built an alligator pit in the backyard of his home in the 1930’s and put a female alligator in it with her babies. He and the Mrs. would host visitors and sell homemade gator souvenirs while letting them see the gators.

Godwin apparently really enjoyed doing this. He planned for a bigger attraction that would show off more of Florida’s wildlife. In 1947, after the war, he bought 16 acres of property near Kissimmee. Since this was the dawn of 20th century American highway tourism, more and more families were visiting Florida.

With the help of a few investors his idea caught on. Now, thousands visit this park each year. As a matter of fact, Gatorland claims to be “central Florida’s first major attraction”. It now features all kinds of reptiles and Florida wildlife.

The 4 main shows at Gatorland include:
The “Gator Jumparoo Show” - featuring the alligators’ ability to jump out of the water in search of food.
The “Gator wrestlin’ Show” - with a 6-8 foot gator being subdued, put to sleep, then re-awakened.
“Jungle Crocs” - detailing 4 types of crocodiles and their environment.
The “Upclose Animal Encounters Show” – filled with differing animals from around the world - - including some dangerous snakes.

Gatorland is open everyday, rain or shine, from 9am to 5pm. It's on Hwy 441 near Kissimmee. Tickets range from $19.95 for adults (ages 13 and over) and kids (ages 3-12) are currently $9.95.

say “hi” to the gators for us when you go.

About The Author

Joe Farinaccio is a freelance copywriter who also loves writing about vacationing in Orlando, Florida. His website www.Orlando-Vacation-Guide.com offers visitors lots of information on saving time, money, and finding interesting things to do while in Orlando to make the most of their vacation.

Joe@orlando-vacation-guide.com
Written by: Joe Farinaccio

You can choose the Delux Resorts , that offer: theme pools with waterslides, world class restaurants, room service, valet parking, whirlpools, baby sitting, bell service, concierge available and fitness center. Here are some Delux places to stay:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom lodge, prices starting from $199 per night plus tax

Disney’s Beach Club Resort, prices starting from $294 per night, plus tax

Disney’s Contemporary Resort, prices starting from $244 per night, plus tax

The Moderate Resorts offer pools with slides, full service dining, pizza delivery, marina watercraft rentals and whirlpools. Places to stay are:

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, prices starting from $134 per night plus tax

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, prices starting from $134 per night plus tax

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort Riverside, prices starting from $134 per night plus tax

The Value Resorts offer themed pools, pizza delivery and food courts. The places to stay are:

Disney’s Pop Century Resort, prices starting from $77 per night plus tax

Disney’s All Star Movies Resort, prices starting from $77 per night plus tax

Disney’s All Star Music Resort, prices starting from $77 per night plus tax

Disney’s All Star Sports Resort, prices starting from $77 per night plus tax

The Disney Vacation Club Resorts offers kitchen and kitchenette, multi bedroom units, spacious suits and valet parking. You can choose from Disney’s Beach Club Villas, Disney’s BoardWalk Villas, Disney’s Old Key West Resort and many more.

There is also the option of cabins and campgrounds. They offer concierge desk, baby sitting and child service, laundry facilities and self-parking. You can find them all in Fort Wilderness.