Exploring Orlando's Theme Parks from Magic Village Yards

August 25th, 2024

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The Orlando area is a popular destination for golf vacations, with courses designed by some of the best golf architects. The year-round sunshine makes for memorable golfing experiences, and if golfers want to enjoy other leisure activities between rounds, they have tons of options, especially if they stay at one of the luxury condos at Magic Village Yards.

Due to its convenient location, the property is only a few minutes drive from some of Orlando's major attractions. Therefore, if you are staying at this luxury resort during your next golf vacation, you'll find various entertainment options at theme parks close to your accommodation:

  • Universal Studios Florida - 20 minutes drive
  • SeaWorld Orlando - 10 minutes drive
  • Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom - 7 minutes drive
  • Disney's Magic Kingdom - 15 minutes drive

Universal Studios Florida

It's never been easier to step into the magical world of your favorite movies than during your visit to DreamWorks Land at Universal Orlando Resort. Whether you're visiting with friends or family, don't miss out on new shows.

Explore all three themed areas inspired by DreamWorks Animation films filled with a multitude of interactive games and effects. This awe-inspiring wonderland, where you can "meet" the characters from your favorite films, is packed with interactive playgrounds with splash pads and slides that will surely delight everyone.

Disney World Animal Kingdom

The Animal Kingdom is a zoological theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort. It is themed around the natural environment and animal conservation ideas. It is home to 2000 animals representing approximately 200 species alongside various theme park elements. Animal Kingdom is isolated from the other theme parks to minimize external disruptions and ensure the animals' welfare. 

The Animal Kingdom is divided into seven themed areas:

  • Oasis
  • Discovery Island
  • Pandora, The World of Avatar
  • Africa
  • Rafiki's Planet Watch
  • Asia
  • Dinoland

Disney's Magic Kingdom

This is the quintessential Disney theme park experience. The park boasts dozens of cartoon characters, over 100 acres of rides, character parades, and other fun activities. The best place for adrenaline junkies and Disney movie fans is packed with everything fun and exciting: classic Disney rides and cruises, including:

  • the recently revamped Jungle Cruise
  • the magical adventure on Aladdin's carpet
  • a thrilling Pirates of the Caribbean adventure

SeaWorld Orlando

Ranking among the most visited amusement parks in the US, SeaWorld Orlando's animal theme park is often promoted with neighboring parks Discovery Cove and Aquatica, and it welcomes millions of guests annually.

In 2014, it was separated into different areas, called "seas," each with a unique theme and elements:

  • Port of Entry featuring a Florida-inspired theme.
  • The Sea of Shallows showcases shallow-water sea animal exhibits.
  • Sea of Legends is based on the legend of the lost city of Atlantis.
  • Sea of Ice is themed around the Antarctic.
  • Sea of Delight includes The Waterfront, which resembles a seaside Mediterranean village.
  • Sea of Mystery is home to the Shark Encounter exhibit, Infinity Falls, and the Nautilus Theater, which hosts seasonal shows and events.
  • Sea of Power features SeaWorld's killer whale shows and hosts the Wild Arctic indoor animal exhibit.
  • Sesame Street Land is based on the Sesame Street TV show. It is a children's area packed with family-friendly activities, including Super Grover's Box Car Derby junior rollercoaster and a water play area.

Visitors can enjoy roller coasters, boat rides, short train rides, carousels, spinning rides, water play areas, live entertainment, and animal presentations.

The Takeaway

Over the years, at Golf Trip Junkie, we could plan countless vacations for golfers and their families. We know that most of them are eager to play the local courses and explore Orlando's amusement parks, but they dread the planning process. We've created our golf vacation packages to help our clients with the planning and ensure that they get the best deals.

We invite you to check out our Orlando golf packages and call us to start planning your vacation. With the reliable and experienced Golf Trip Junkie team taking care of the planning, you will have a hassle-free getaway filled with great golf and loads of thrilling adventures.