Getting there - Cheap flights to Orlando
From Ireland (Dublin) American Airlines offers daily flights to Orlando via our gateway city of Chicago. To view our schedules and to find all the latest special offers, and cheap flights to Orlando, click here.
Orlando at a Glance
Orlando is a growing destination that offers a dazzling array of exciting holiday options guaranteed to provide priceless memories that will last a lifetime. With more than 114,000 hotel rooms, 5,100 restaurants, 95 attractions, 168-plus golf courses, sensational shopping, sizzling nightlife, outdoor adventure and always something new, Orlando has become a favourite destination among holidaymakers from around the world.
What to see and do
Whether you're a first timer or you're returning to Orlando, each visit will be completely different. There is always something happening in the city, from the opening of new attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping venues and museums and others with exciting expansions.
Orlando is synonymous with excitement and activity. With more than 95 attractions, including the world's most renowned theme parks, Orlando sets the stage for a captivating holiday.
Here are just a few of the things Orlando has to offer holidaymakers...
Affectionately referred to as "the big three" - Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and Sea World Orlando are three big reasons to visit Orlando! But there are also another 92 exciting and entertaining attractions to fill your holiday! In fact it would take about 67 eight-hour days to visit all of the entertaining offerings in Orlando.
For the budding Tiger Woods out there, there are 168 golf courses in the Orlando area, whilst for those who are looking to be pampered, Orlando's spas offer the ultimate respite.
And if you still need more reasons? How about swimming with dolphins; 800 tennis courts; 300 lakes and rivers; parasailing; skydiving; hot air ballooning; airboat rides soothing spas; museums; horseback riding; sailing and much, much more.
Shopping
As the fastest-growing retail market in the United States, Orlando currently offers shoppers more than 52 million sq ft of retail space - in fact the shopping space in Orlando would cover 2,620 football pitches!
Dining
With 5,100 restaurants, there's a different dining choice for every mealtime, and with "healthy" portion sizes and buffet style options, you're sure to get great value for your money when you eat out.
Climate
Central Florida's average annual temperature is a comfortable 72°F (22°C). Low humidity and daytime highs of around 70°F (21°C) characterise December through to February. The temperature and humidity increase during the summer months (June through to September), but the heat is frequently tempered by short afternoon thunderstorms. (Don't forget to keep reapplying the sunscreen!)
Where to stay
Inevitably, there is a huge choice of accommodation areas and prices. Orlando, with more than 114,000 hotel rooms, offers incredible accommodation option from budget and moderately priced hotels, to all-suite properties and bed and breakfast inns, themed resorts and lavish suites. And, staying in Orlando isn't just another place to stay. Many of the resorts and hotels offer extensive amenities including children's activities, pools, full-service dining, spas, golf and other recreation. For those who want to "rough" it in Orlando, there are an extensive range of motorhome and camping options.
No matter your accommodation needs are, Orlando has a place to stay for everyone.
For more information about Orlando, please visit the website - www.orlandoinfo.com/uk - or call for your free information pack on 0800 018 6750
