When considering Orlando and the surrounding area as a holiday destination, it is the famous household names such as Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal that most readily spring to mind. But actually there are many, less well-known attractions in the area and, as there are a large number of cheap flights to Orlando, they are well worth your consideration. Here are five of the lower profile attractions the area has to offer.
If you are fascinated by alligators and crocodiles then visit Gatorland instead of the more well-known SeaWorld. This freshwater reserve and theme park, opened in'49, is home to thousands of crocodiles and alligators. You can get to know these fascinating creatures at close quarters. The reserve includes a breeding marsh for conservation. Educational facilities are available and the entertainment includes a wrestling show.
This next experience may not be for everyone (some may view it as a money-grabbing attempt to exploit religious belief), but for others the Holy Land Experience will be an enjoyable and educational day out. This theme park and museum is, quite simply unique. As you wander through reconstructions of ancient streets and watch lifelike re-enactments of key scenes from the bible, you will feel yourself becoming immersed in biblical times.
In'21 Edward Bok founded Bok Tower Gardens as a bird sanctuary and today the site is a popular attraction for those who love nature. containing a botanical gardens and a historic tower. The site (near Lake Wales) is home to over one hundred species of birds and much other wildlife. The historic marble Singing Tower contains a set of carillon bells which fill the garden with music daily.
If you are a comedy fan on vacation on Orlando then make sure you visit the SAK Comedy Lab in central Orlando, famous for improvisational comedy and theatre. Watch two teams improvising against each other in the long running "Duel of Fools" show or catch up with one of the seasonal shows throughout the year. Past productions include "Fourplay: The Improvised Musical" - a humorous Broadway send up and game shows.
Medieval Times (found across the US) offers that quintessentially American tourist experience, the medieval re-enactment. Whilst you eat your "royal" banquet in a corner of this dinner theatre, styled as a mock up medieval castle, you will be entertained by medieval sword fights and jousting. You will be invited to through your support behind a knight and root for him as he battles bravely. - 30423
If you are fascinated by alligators and crocodiles then visit Gatorland instead of the more well-known SeaWorld. This freshwater reserve and theme park, opened in'49, is home to thousands of crocodiles and alligators. You can get to know these fascinating creatures at close quarters. The reserve includes a breeding marsh for conservation. Educational facilities are available and the entertainment includes a wrestling show.
This next experience may not be for everyone (some may view it as a money-grabbing attempt to exploit religious belief), but for others the Holy Land Experience will be an enjoyable and educational day out. This theme park and museum is, quite simply unique. As you wander through reconstructions of ancient streets and watch lifelike re-enactments of key scenes from the bible, you will feel yourself becoming immersed in biblical times.
In'21 Edward Bok founded Bok Tower Gardens as a bird sanctuary and today the site is a popular attraction for those who love nature. containing a botanical gardens and a historic tower. The site (near Lake Wales) is home to over one hundred species of birds and much other wildlife. The historic marble Singing Tower contains a set of carillon bells which fill the garden with music daily.
If you are a comedy fan on vacation on Orlando then make sure you visit the SAK Comedy Lab in central Orlando, famous for improvisational comedy and theatre. Watch two teams improvising against each other in the long running "Duel of Fools" show or catch up with one of the seasonal shows throughout the year. Past productions include "Fourplay: The Improvised Musical" - a humorous Broadway send up and game shows.
Medieval Times (found across the US) offers that quintessentially American tourist experience, the medieval re-enactment. Whilst you eat your "royal" banquet in a corner of this dinner theatre, styled as a mock up medieval castle, you will be entertained by medieval sword fights and jousting. You will be invited to through your support behind a knight and root for him as he battles bravely. - 30423
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