Florida Theme Parks, Amusement Parks, and Water Parks

Reviews, tips, info and more

Walt Disney may have begun the theme park revolution at Disneyland in southern California but the Florida resort that bears his name has helped the Orlando area become the world's theme park headquarters. With nine major parks and a slew of hotels, waterparks, restaurants and other diversions, the Central Florida region has changed the very notion of what it means to take a vacation. Get the info, reviews, tips and more to help plan your next theme park getaway.

Find Florida Theme Parks and Amusement Parks
A comprehensive list, with links, of the many theme parks and amusement parks in the state.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year...at Florida's Theme Parks
An overview of Christmas and Holiday events, including Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World, Grinchmas at Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld's Holiday Celebration.

Find Florida Water Parks
A comprehensive list, with links, of the Sunshine State's water parks.

Florida Ride Guide 2009
The economy may be tanking, but that doesn't mean Florida theme parks will be keeping their wallets closed in 2009. Hoping to attract new and repeat visitors, even during difficult times, Florida parks are investing in their properties and will be debuting some impressive new features this season. The highlights include a couple of wild coasters and an attraction based on "American Idol." And amid the tanking economy, you'll probably appreciate the free theme park tickets you could score on your birthday.

Find Florida Hotels
Theme parks are the focus when you plan a theme park vacation, but you'll need a place to stay as well. Florida has no shortage of hotel options. Let's explore some choices.

What's the Deal?
When should you go? Where should you stay? What about discounts? The answers to these and other Central Florida theme park questions are here.

Florida Travel Deals
Learn about the latest travel packages, discounts, and deals to plan your Florida theme park vacation. Updated regularly.

The Non-Goofy Side of Orlando
Orlando is synonymous with theme parks. But, the area offers some wonderful sights that don't involve costumed characters or rat-maze lines. Check out some cultural attractions and recreational opportunities, including airboat rides and parasailing.

Oh, the (Halloween) Horror at Florida's Theme Parks
An overview of Halloween events, including Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and SeaWorld Orlando's Halloween Spooktacular.