It's been about 6 years since I've been down there. I'm still a Disney and Theme Park fan though. If you want to get the most out of a trip, consider some of this advice:
- Consider Universal Studios over Disney. The rides are better and the lines are shorter, and its a little more adult than Disney so you and the older kids can enjoy it.
- If your kids are older than 12, skip the kiddy rides. Universal's Cat in the Hat area is cool to see, but too cutsey for bigger kids.
- If you want to have some serious fun, hit the thrill rides like Universal's Hulk Coaster, Spiderman and Harry Potter rides.
- If you go when its hot, don't miss the water rides at Universal such as Jurassic Park and Dudley Do-rights Ripsaw Falls.
- If you are more into a relaxing good time, Disney World in Florida is perfect. Good mix of thrill and chill rides.
- Don't miss "Mission: Space" at Epcot. If you get this ride, make sure you ask for the "ORANGE". This is the more intense version of the attraction that a couple of people got killed on in 2006. (Hint: Keep your head straight and you won't puke). If you're a sissy, ask for "GREEN".
- Do NOT go on "Universe of Energy" at Epocot. It is 45 minutes long and fucking boring as shit. It's a terrible waste of time. I heard that it may close soon and be replaced with a Guardians of the Galaxy attraction. I hope so.
If you check out MGM, don't miss the Aerosmith Roller Coaster.
If you check out Universal Studios, don't miss: The Simpsons Ride (Formerly, The Institute of Future Technology
).
To make sure you have the best time:
- Buy tickets for low season. It's cheaper and there are less people.
- Always buy the fast passes. Getting to the front of the line saves you hours of time when the parks are busy.
- Buy a Multi-day pass if you buy a multi-park pass. This gives you 2 or more days to see everything so you don't have to rush.
- Stay at a Hotel on the grounds. Their hotels are beautiful, and transportation to and from the parks are free. Some Hotels get you early access to the parks too at least 1 hour before the general public.
Finally, I would have recommended that you check out Pleasure Island at Downtown Disney in Orlando. It was by far the coolest club complex in the 90's and early 2k's but the last time I was there all of the clubs were replaced with stores to by more crap. Sad. (Club Mannequins forever woo!)