Fodor's Walt Disney World®, Universal Orlando®, and Central Florida 2005

by FODOR'S

• ISBN13: 9781400014125
• ISBN10: 1400014123
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2004-10-05
• Publisher: Fodor's

Summary

Plunder for pirates' booty, dress up like a princess, get a wake-up call from a rock star, bring your binoculars and watch safari animals from your balcony, watch a rocket launch Fodor's Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Central Florida 2005 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have found the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey unforgettable experiences. Before you leave be for this magical destination, sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing. The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best "Fodor's guides are saturated with information." -New compact trim size make these guides even more portable -Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need -Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures -Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets -Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family

Table of Contents

About this Book	p. F6
On the Road with Fodor's	p. F8
What's Where	p. F12
When to Go	p. F16
On the Calendar	p. F17
Pleasures & Pastimes	p. F22
Fodor's Choice	p. F24
Smart Travel Tips	p. F30
Walt Disney World	p. 41
Magic Kingdom	p. 3
Epcot	p. 37
Disney-MGM Studios	p. 64
Disney's Animal Kingdom	p. 83
Typhoon Lagoon	p. 95
Blizzard Beach	p. 101
And There's More	p. 106
Walt Disney World A to Z	p. 109
Universal Orlando	p. 119
Universal Studios Florida	p. 121
Islands of Adventure	p. 138
Universal CityWalk	p. 154
Wet 'n Wild	p. 154
Universal Orlando A to Z	p. 160
SeaWorld Orlando Discovery Cove & Busch Gardens	p. 142
SeaWorld Orlando	p. 163
Discovery Cove	p. 178
Busch Gardens	p. 181
Away From the Theme Parks	p. 199
Orlando 7 Environs	p. 201
Side Trips from Orlando	p. 211
Where to for	p. 217
Walt Disney World Area	p. 219
Universal Orlando Area	p. 238
Kissimmee	p. 244
Celebration	p. 245
Orlando Metro Area	p. 247
Outlying Towns	p. 261
Where to Story	p. 266
Disney-Owned Hotels in WDW	p. 268
Other Hotels in & near WDW	p. 279
Universal Orlando Area	p. 289
Kissimmee	p. 293
Orlando Metro Area	p. 297
Outlying Towns	p. 307
Shopping	p. 301
Walt Disney World	p. 312
Universal Orlando	p. 317
SeaWorld	p. 319
Busch Gardens	p. 319
The Orlando Area	p. 322
Sports & the Outdoors	p. 330
After Dark	p. 354
Walt Disney World	p. 356
Universal Orlando	p. 365
Orlando	p. 367
The Space Coast	p. 373
The Space Coast A to Z	p. 394
Index	p. 396
Maps
Central Florida	p. F9
Greater Orlando	p. F10
Walt Disney World	p. 4
The Magic Kingdom	p. 6
Epcot	p. 39
Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park	p. 66
Disney's Animal Kingdom	p. 88
Typhoon Lagoon	p. 97
Blizzard Beach	p. 102
Universal Orlando
Universal Studios	p. 122
Islands of Adventure	p. 140
SeaWorld Orlando & Busch Gardens
SeaWorld Orlando	p. 165
Busch Gardens	p. 182
Away from the Theme Parks	p. 203
Winter Park & Maitland	p. 209
Where to Eat
Where to Eat in & near WDW, Kissimmee & Celebration	p. 220
Where to Eat in & near Universal Orlando & SW Orlando	p. 240
Where to Eat in Central Orlando & Outlying Towns	p. 256
Where to Stay
Where to Stay in & near WDW & Kissimmee	p. 272
Where to Stay in & near Universal Orlando & SW Orlando	p. 290
Where to Stay in Central Orlando & Outlying Towns	p. 305
Shopping	p. 320
Shopping (Detail)	p. 321
Golf Courses in & near WDW	p. 338
The Space Coast	p. 378
CloseUps
Behind the Scenes	p. 23
Hidden Mickeys	p. 27
15 Romantic Things to Do at Walt Disney World	p. 49
Illusions of Grandeur	p. 57
The Birth of Walt Disney World	p. 73
Groups in Walt Disney World	p. 105
Backstage at Universal	p. 131
Universal Orlando Time Savers	p. 159
Winter Park: A Pocket of Old Florida Charm	p. 207
Refueling Around Orlando	p. 249
Spas that Pamper with Panache	p. 281
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