Top Orlando Resorts

Orlando, Florida, is home to such famous attractions as Sea World, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World. With pristine lakes--and ocean beaches an hour away in either direction--travelers can choose from a variety of water sports and recreational activities such as swimming, snorkeling, diving and jet skiing. Land activities include golf, tennis, hiking, bicycling and basketball in this year-round recreational haven.

Blue Heron Beach Resort

Blue Heron Beach Resort is nestled on the shores of 400-acre Lake Bryan. An all-condominium resort, Blue Heron Beach Resort provides shuttle service to Walt Disney World (1 mile), Sea World (3 miles) and Universal Studios (8 miles). Known for its tranquility, the hotel features a pool deck with gazebo, fitness centers, video arcade and a Starbucks café. Guests can also go boating or jet skiing in the waters of Lake Bryan (rental charges apply). All guest rooms are equipped with DVD player, free Internet access, dishwasher, and washer and dryer.

Blue Heron Beach Resort
13428 Blue Heron Beach Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 387-2200
http://blueheronbeachresort.com

Floridays Resort Orlando

Floridays Resort Orlando is located 2 miles from Sea World of Florida and 2.8 miles from the Walt Disney World Complex. With 792 suites, Floridays features 11 Mediterranean-style condominium buildings. All guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, Jacuzzi tubs and private balconies.

The property features fitness equipment, a game room and a children's activity center. Kids and adults can make a splash in the pool or take a ride down the giant slide. A therapy pool is also available. All courtyards feature tropical landscaping, however, each building is uniquely different.

Floridays Resort Orlando
12550 Floridays Resort Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(866) 797-0022
floridaysresortorlando.com

Polynesian Isles Resort

Known for its exotic vegetation, luxurious suites and Pacific tranquility, Polynesian Isles Resort offers a garden accented with palm trees and tropical plants. The pool features a waterfall and creates a tranquil ambiance for a day of sunbathing or swimming.

Property amenities include barbecue pits, basketball, a clubhouse, fitness center, game room, putting green, lake, picnic area, playground, pool table, shuffleboard and tennis. All guest rooms are equipped with coffee maker, air conditioning, balcony/terrace and voicemail. Polynesian Isles Resort is located in the Orlando region, approximately 3 miles from Universal Studios.

Polynesian Isles Resort
3045 Polynesian Isles Blvd.
Kissimmee, Florida 34746
(407) 396-1622
polynesianisle.com

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Article Written By Charlie Gaston

Charlie Gaston has written numerous instructional articles on topics ranging from business to communications and estate planning. Gaston holds a bachelor's degree in international business and a master's degree in communications. She is fluent in Spanish and has extensive travel experience.

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