Heres a quick View of local attractions close to our Apartment in Orlando In the beginning, Orlando was a collection of cow patties and orange groves, water-skiing shows and gators. Then came the Mouse. Or, more specifically, a mouse named Mickey and his creator, a man of fantastic imagination and vision named Walt Disney. And life in Orlando A.D. (After Disney) hasn't been the same since. Since the opening of Walt Disney World back in 1971, Orlando has grown to become one of the world's top vacation destinations. Love them or loath them, there is no getting away from Florida's ledgendary Theme Parks. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Walt Disney may have put the theme in theme park, but when it comes to re-creating the wild in a safe, if slightly sterile, environment no one does it better than Busch Gardens. Since it opened 42 years ago as a combined bird sanctuary/visitors center for Anheuser-Busch. Click Here for More information Disney World: Epcot Gather with family and friends to celebrate the fascinating cultures and numerous wonders of the world around you through dazzling shows, interactive experiences and amazing attractions. Marvel at the power of the human imagination to set the spirits soaring. Click Here for More information Disney World: Magic Kingdom Journey to imaginary lands of adventure, fantasy, the past and the future. Sail on magic carpets, plunge down waterfalls, hurtle through space as you travel to places beyond your imagination Click Here for More information Disney World:MGM Studios Salute the world of showbiz — from the Hollywood classics of yesteryear to the best in popular entertainment. Take center stage as the star of your own adventure: from rock 'n' roll fantasy to Broadway-style stage spectaculars, from the silver screen to the TV screen to behind the scenes. Click Here for More information Disney's Animal Kingdom Disney storytelling comes to life in a kingdom brimming with fun, wonder and adventure. Join together with your circle of loved ones to savor thrilling attractions, shows, the majesty of nature and the fascinating animals — real and imagined — that enrich our planet. Click Here for More information Disney's Blizzard Beach Disney legend has it that after a freak winter storm blanketed the area with snow, Florida's first ski resort was born. When temperatures returned to normal, the powdery snow turned to slippery slush. Slalom courses, bobsled and toboggan runs became downhill waterslides. Click Here for More information Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Disney legend has it that a furious storm once roared across the sea, hurling surfboards into trees, blowing small boats through roofs and impaling a shrimp boat on a peak of a great volcanic mountain. Left in the typhoon's wake are twisting tides, roaring rapids, wonderful waterways. Click Here for More information Gatorland For over half a century, Gatorland has been creating fond vacation memories for millions of visitors who have entered through its gaping gator mouth entrance. Families, friends and employees alike have ventured through the glass double doors on their way to a journey through this natural, low-tech glades. Click Here for More information Kennedy Space Center Where else in the world do history and the future, nature and technology, young and old meet for an unforgettable and inspirational journey through space and time? The Kennedy Space Center has hosted millions of guests from around the world for more than 30 years -- telling the story of how the man travelled to the moon. Click Here for More information Sea World Discovery Cove At Discovery Cove, there are never any crowds as attendance is limited to 1,000 guests a day, ensuring a relaxing experience for everyone. A high level of guest service abounds at Discovery Cove as guests are personally checked in for their day of discovery. Click Here for More information Sea World Orlando SeaWorld Orlando is the world's premiere marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. More than 80 million visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating thrills. Click Here for More information Universal Islands of Adventure In 1999 Universal Studios introduced Islands of Adventure, the second gate at its growing Orlando Resort. This world-class theme park features immersive themeing and incredible thrill rides. Click Here for More information Universal Studios Universal Studios® Movie Theme Park -- Go beyond the screen and Ride the Movies®! At this real working film and TV studio, an incredible array of rides, shows, movie sets and attractions put you right in your favorite scenes from your favorite movies. It's the number one movie studio theme park in Orlando. Click Here for More information