Orlando Holidays and Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando
TravelApril 24, 2012Written by Shubhra Joshi580 views
Orlando is hub of theme parks. There are number of theme parks in this enchanting city and Islands of Adventure is one of them. Millions of people plan holidays to Orlando to visit Universal Orlando Resort to spend some time at Islands of Adventure. The theme park consists of seven islands namely Marvel Super Hero Island, The Lost Continent, Seuss Landing, Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon, Port of Entry and The Wizarding World of Harry Porter.
While entering into the theme park, first island that you would come across is Port of Entry. The island is home to Pharos Lighthouse, the iconic attraction. It is primarily known for its shops and restaurants. However, people crazy for jaw dropping rides plan cheap Orlando holidays especially to visit the second island known as Marvel Super Hero Island. While strolling around this island, you would come across number of rides. Most of the rides are named after marvel characters such as Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk and Wolverine.
One of the most dangerous rides in this island is Incredibel Hulk Coaster. Top speed of this speed roller coaster is 105 km/h. After the ride, you can visit the lab of Dr Banner where you can take a look at various videos of Hulk. Another popular ride is Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. This 3D simulator ride depicts the scene of fight between Spiderman and The Sinister Syndicate. X-men lovers should not miss out on trying Storm Force Acceleration. After rides, you can enjoy delicious food at Café 4 and Captain America Diner. Holidays in Orlando would be considered incomplete, if you miss out on visiting Marvel Superhero Island.
rnIsland of Jurassic Park allows you to feel the thrill similar to as that of the movie based on Dinosaurs. Jurassic Park River Adventure is the most important water ride in the island. It is a duplicate version of Universal Studios Hollywood’s Jurassic Park: The Ride. Another highlight of the island is steel splendid roller coaster Pteranodon Flyers. People enjoying cheap holidays in Orlando with their kids should not miss on visiting the Camp Jurassic. This kids’ area is created around a Banyan Tree and has nets, water cannons, fountains and slides. Triceratops Discovery Trail and The Jurassic Park Discovery Center are other attractions in the island. Jurassic Park is also home to variety of restaurants and shops.
Seuss Landing Island has emerged as an important attraction for families planning cheap holidays to Orlando. The island is based on the works of notable author Dr. Seuss and it specializes in kids attractions. Important rides and attractions in the theme park are The Cat In The Hat, If I Ran The Zoo, The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride and Caro-Seuss-el. If your kids are feeling hungry, you can take your kids to Hop On Pop Ice Cream Shop, Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous and Moose Juice, Goose Juice. If you are a fan of Harry Potter, you would hate to miss The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Popular rides in this island are Dragon Challenge, Ollivanders and Flight of the Hippogriff.
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