Take a Family Vacation Visit Orlando

According to a recent AAA Travel survey, nearly 100 million Americans – 4 in 10 U.S. adults – are planning to take a family vacation in 2019, slightly more than last year. Spring and summer road trips will top many of these families’ vacation plans.

Whether traveling with multiple generations, kids of all ages, or family members with special needs, our guest today the perfect destination in mind to create an unforgettable trip for the whole family.

“One of the biggest trends I’m seeing when it comes to family vacations is families seeking out instagram moments,” said travel and lifestyle expert Laura Begley Bloom. “Their looking for those great backdrops that they can share and show off their photographs online, in fact 52 percent of millennial’s with kid’s say they choose their vacation destination purley based on those instagramable moments.”

Orlando is that great place for that family vacation and instgramable moments. Orlando was ranked No. 2 overall with a score of 59.21, right behind Honolulu with a score of 64.63. Orlando was ranked No. 21 in recreation, No. 1 in food and entertainment. Orlando also ranked in the top tier for having the best zoos and aquariums per capita, the best spas & wellness centers, nightlife options, shopping centers and theatre and concert halls.

SeaWorld® Orlando a wonderland of ocean animals, rides and dazzling shows! Whether you want to enjoy pulse-pounding roller coasters, marvel at majestic sea life, achieve complete tranquility on sandy beaches, or even swim with dolphins, you can do it all — and much more — at SeaWorld's parks and resorts in Orlando.

Laura suggests checking out these attractions:

Sesame Street Land: Wondering how to get to Sesame Street? Starting in spring 2019, you'll be able to find the iconic neighborhood at SeaWorld's main Orlando theme park! In addition to themed rides, this area will feature beloved characters, interactive experiences, wet and dry play areas, and SeaWorld Orlando's first-ever parade.

The LEGO Movie World: The LEGO Movie was a box-office smash, and the blockbuster is getting a land of its own in spring 2019. This area will include two new rides, as well as character meet-and-greets and a giant themed playscape

New Harry Potter Ride: Anticipated to be one of the most heavily themed coaster experiences ever created at Universal Orlando Resort, this attraction is set to debut in 2019 at Hogsmeade at Universal's Islands of Adventure, part of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. It will replace the former Dragon Challenge coaster.

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge: The famous galaxy far, far away comes to Orlando in fall 2019, courtesy of this immersive land at Disney's Hollywood Studios®. Introducing a brand-new planet to the Star Wars mythos — Batuu — Galaxy's Edge will invite Jedi and Sith alike to explore Black Shire Outpost, which is set to include two attractions (including the chance to pilot the Millennium Falcon!), themed dining and shopping, and character meet-and-greets. Opening August 29th.

Don’t forget to check out restaurants in Downtown Orlando such as The District GastroBar offers an eclectic mix of gastronomy, mixology, art and entertainment while drawing inspiration from the mid-20th century African-American music scene.

Other Orlando family fun ideas;

Chocolate Kingdom - Interactive Factory Adventure Tour, is an interactive journey that uncovers how chocolate transforms from the bean into the creamy, dreamy chocolate bar.

Take a ride on the Screamin' Gator Zip Line! Then take the Gatorland Express train and then head on over to Gator Gully Splash Park where kids of all ages can enjoy a good ol' fashion squirtfest! Don't miss the rare white alligators on display at Gatorland's White Gator Swamp. Visit Gatorland.

For more information for that family vacation go to VisitOrlando.com and discoverycove.com

Courtesy: "Visit Orlando"