[ The information is from December 20, 2012 ]
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[ Lynx Bus System - www.golynx.com ]
[ I-Ride trolley on International... more
Cruise to the Caribbean from Port Canaveral, Florida:
1. We booked a hotel room right next to the port (Radisson hotel) - $75.
2. I arranged our transportation from MCO to the hotel ahead of time -... more
Walt Disney World monorail has been in operation since 1971. A double beam track circles the Seven Seas Lagoon in front of the Magic Kingdom.
Originally connecting the Contemporary and Polynesian... more
When you go to re-fuel your hire car the procedure is different to the UK and Europe. If you try to use a fuel pump you will have a long wait. If you are paying by cash you have to go into the gas... more
Although public transport in Orlando is provided by the local transportation authority, I find it necessary to rent a car for the duration of your stay. It will also be comfortable if shopping is part... more
I love trains and when I saw the Disney Railroad I knew I had to ride it. Fortunately for me, Liz loves the train too so riding was not an issue. The Train depot is located right at the main entrance... more
Another great way to get from one place to another within the Disney is to ride one of their boats from place to place. We took boats from the Wilderness Campground to the Magic Kingdom and also from... more
Travelling with a person with physical disabilities can be tricky especially if you need to have a wheelchair or scooter. Fortunately Liz's Dad travels with his own scooter so we didn't have to worry... more
The skyway between Tomorrowland & Fantasyland saves a lot of walking and time. On top of that, you get a great view from 70 feet (20 m.) above the park.
Sadly, as "Orlandohelper" points out, the... more
The horsedrawn carriage is one of a handful of shortcuts from Main Street USA to the entrance of Cinderella's castle. It's a little messy (use your imagination, folks from Roxboro), but it's a fun... more
Do you have: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, UC, Arthritis, Back Pain..................etc.You all know who you are. Well Disney is huge and you want to... more
To avoid all the traffic on International Drive, an alternative route is to take Universal Boulevard. It parallels International Drive from about the Universal... more
Most of the transportation systems at Disney World are accessible to guests with mobility issues. The buses are equipped to accommodate various types of... more
The parking area is well marked and you are led by several guides to a free , fast and convenient shuttle to and from the car park to the entrance . Make sure... more
GET A DAY PASS FROM THE BUS DRIVER AT ANY POINT OF THE WAY OR DOWNTOWN ORLANDO WHERE THE BUS CENTER IS AND FOR AROUND 5 DOLLARS YOU CAN RIDE THE BUS THE WHOLE... more
If you are staying at a Disney resort, at check-in, you'll be given a parking pass to put on your dashboard. This pass identifies you as a Disney resort guest,... more
During our 3 weeks stay in Orlando, we pre-arranged a rent a car service through Dollar Rent A Car. Service was good and the car was in a very nice running... more
The best way to see Orlando and the surrounding areas is with Exquisite Town Car. You can design your own itinerary or Exquisite Town Car can create one for you... more
We have always rented a car while visiting Disney World because of the convenience and the usually affordable price. However, if you are flying into Orlando and... more
I knew that I was not going to rent a car in Orlando. Though the hotel I was staying at had an airport shuttle but the times offered were sparse so I decided to... more
The monorail also goes right thru the lobby (on the 4th floor) of the Contemporary Resort. Stand in line, then get on the monorail and ride it around to two... more
Most poeple don't know about EPCOT's back door inless your a guest at one of two disney own hotels the "Swan" or the "dolphfin" resorts. form the cneter plaza... more
These are 75 cents for adults and 25 cents for seniors. You can get passes for these but I found them to be relatively slow. They normally will put you off... more
Lynx is Orlando's attempt at mass transit like big cities have. Lymmo is a free transit service that might get you from your hotel to the bar and back, but... more
At Disneyworld, the monorails are fantastic and take you where you want to go quickly. As you ride, you catch your first glimpes of exciting and beautiful... more
My first trip to Disney with Liz was June 2008. We had just experienced our first cruise and decided to fit in some Disney fun. Liz has been coming to Disney since she was in diapers and this was...
orlando florida is named after orlando reeves, a U.S. soldier killed in 1837 during the second seminole war. orlando was incorporated in 1875. from 1875 to 1895 orlando was the hub of florida's citrus...
Orlando gets a bad rap, but it is actually a very cool town if you look beyond the glitz. If you stick to Theme Parks, you are missing the true Orlando. The city itself has a very 'young at heart'...
UPDATE 2010
constructing - pictures to follow
Disney World ~ 2006
"Year of a Million Dreams"
I understand from another VT member that Disney World is not technically located in Orlando, but actually...
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