The kids are getting out of school and thoughts of summer vacation with the family are looming. Visit pet friendly Orlando for a fun, fabulous vacation! Although known throughout the world for its theme parks, Orlando also offers first-rate tourist attractions, world-class outdoor activities, and a vibrant artistic and cultural community. The area’s scenic landscape and abundance of pet friendly hotels and resorts provide a welcoming atmosphere for people traveling with their furry companions. As a result, leading travel groups have long recognized Orlando as a premier pet friendly destination, with AAA naming it one of the top ten Most Accommodating Cities for travelers with pets.
When most people hear the word Orlando, Disney is the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando is a complete vacation destination in itself. It includes four major theme parks-Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios (formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios) as well as the water parks Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. Walt Disney World is so much more than a theme park with adrenaline-inducing rides, however. The resort also offers superb accommodations; casual and fine dining; exciting entertainment; terrific shopping; luxurious spas; and championship golf and other outdoor activities. Although Walt Disney World does not allow pets at the resort, pets can stay on-site in air-conditioned kennels while guests enjoy its theme parks. NEW! Beginning August 27, pet owners can bring their pet to a brand-new pet care facility, Best Friends Pet Resort, across from Disney’s Port Orleans Resort. The pet resort can accommodate up to 270 dogs and 30 cats for both daytime play and overnight boarding.
Even with all that Disney has to offer, no trip to Orlando is complete without a visit to the area?s other theme parks. SeaWorld Orlando,
which includes SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, and Aquatica provides a unique look at the wonders of the oceans, with up-close animal encounters and thrilling water rides. Also not to be missed, Universal Orlando Resort features two world-class theme parks where movie sets come alive, including Universal Studios Orlando and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Universal’s newest offering is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Here, non-wizarding guests can experience Harry Potter’s weird and wonderful world of magic in attractions that are virtually identical to Harry Potter movie sets. Pets are not allowed at SeaWorld or Universal Studios parks, but air-conditioned kennels are available on-site.
Pet friendly Orlando may be most famous for its theme parks, but it also offers an abundance of stimulating outdoor and cultural activities. With its year-round warm weather and world-class golf facilities, Orlando has evolved into a well-known golf vacation destination. Other exciting outdoor activities include hang gliding, hot air ballooning, bi-plane rides, kayaking, airboat rides, horseback rides, bicycling, eco-tours, and snorkeling with manatees. Visitors will appreciate the rich diversity of cultural opportunities in Orlando, from visual and performing arts to museums and pet friendly parks. If your pet needs a reprieve after all the sightseeing, you can take him to romp and play in one of Orlando’s many off-leash dog parks.
Shopping is a favorite activity in Orlando, with numerous upscale malls, outlet centers, and trendy boutiques from which to choose. Many visitors enjoy strolling and window shopping with their pets, and some pet friendly shops may even provide water or treats. After dark, downtown Orlando comes alive with its thriving nightlife. Visitors can hang out in a nightclub playing the latest indie sounds, drink martinis in a trendy bar, or check out a concert featuring a top artist. There is something for everyone.
Many pet friendly Orlando hotels and resorts go out of their way to make pets feel welcome. Special amenities may include food and water bowls; toys and treats; leashes and scratching posts; and pooper scoopers and litter boxes. Pet walking and pet sitting services can be arranged through the hotels? concierges, and some hotels provide a map of area dog-walking routes and pet friendly businesses. Pet friendly dining options are plentiful as well, as Orlando’s inviting weather lends itself to outdoor dining where pets are often welcome.
So what are you waiting for? Make your reservations at a pet friendly hotel today and prepare for a fun-filled magical experience of world-class theme parks and exciting activities. Pet friendly Orlando awaits you.