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A favorite destination for many people is Orlando, Florida, with its many theme parks, it has become ‘the’ place to visit but there is much more to an Orlando vacation than this. Orlando Town is also your destination for museums, galleries, historical places, edifices, flea markets, churches and much more. Whilst many people that visit are first timers, more are returning for their second, third or more time as there is always something new to see.

Orlando is a welcoming and warm location that enjoys looking after people with its many restaurants, shopping malls, bars and clubs. Of course this article can only briefly hint at what you can do and see in Orlando while on vacation but there is so much more than just theme parks that it would be a shame not to mention them.

Although Zoos have taken a bit of criticism in recent years, their value to education and the preservation of species cannot be dismissed and the Central Florida Zoo in Sanford is one of these. Privately owned, this zoo is also a botanical garden run by a charitable group whose purpose is to protect native and endangered species around the world.

Housed here in the Morse Museum of American Art are the famous works of Louis Tiffany. With the largest display in the world this is the place to visit for Tiffany art lover’s, including glass, jewelry, paintings, ornaments and pottery.

Whilst it may seem that Orlando has been created for the entertainment of children that could not be further from the truth as there is plenty here for everyone. For people that prefer the night, the list of things to do on an Orlando vacation is almost endless with families, teenagers and adults all well looked after.

Another of the major attractions is the Orlando Science Center. It’s the biggest of its kind in the Southeast with its four-story center. It offers visitors a glimpse from the dry plains of Mars to the Florida swamplands to the dry plains of Mars with 10 exhibit halls. For trolley and train enthusiasts there is the International Trolley and Train Museum (ITTM). This place houses fourteen model trains that run throughout the building and actually houses a working waterfall.

Home to the Titanic Exhibition on International Drive the Mercado Center is the where you are treated like you are ACTUALLY traveling onboard the Titanic; this is a really eerie experience and includes original objects from the Titanic. In the heart of downtown away from all the business is the Lake Eola Park. Over forty acres of beautiful sidewalks where you can spend a few hours of peace.

Of course without visiting at least one theme park how could anyone possibly visit Orlando? For those of you who are unsure of which to visit then take heart because there are four theme parks in Disney. Universal has its own theme park versions including Sea world. Since an Orlando vacation has everything you won’t be short of things to do! In fact you may need a week off to recover in a resort that has good weather all year round and never closes.

Getting the right parking at Manchester Airport is as important as getting the right flight from Manchester. You can pay more than you need to and be inconvenienced more than necessary. There are ways to get the best parking prices at the airport and know that your car is secure.

It is always best to pre-book your car parking space at one of the car parking areas near the airport, not only will this save you money but it will also give you peace of mind.

Choosing the most suitable car park could depend on which one is nearest to you depending in what direction you approach Manchester Airport from and also which one has availability. Prices tend not to vary a lot between the car parks usually just by a pound or so per day.

The most convenient option is to book a meet and greet service with your parking. This will mean you and your party will be met and taken to the car park without having to wait on anyone else. As soon as you arrive at the front of the terminal you will be taken to the car park to collect your car. This service costs a bit more but for some people it is more than worth it.

You can treat your car whilst you are away as most of the car parks can arrange to have your car washed or even a full valet. If some instances you can have your car fully serviced whilst you are away. Simply ask about the services before you arrive as you may have to book in advance.

You can also book car parking at the airport, which is nearer the airport itself. The car parking prices at airport car parks tend to be the highest but are a bit more convenient. It is advisable to book in advance the last thing you want to be doing is driving around looking for a space instead of checking in for your flight.

You will be asked to leave your car keys so if you don’t want to leave your house or office keys put them on a separate key ring before you arrive. Some car parks will move your car to the front of the car park and have it ready for you when the shuttle bus arrives.

A bit of pre-planning should enable you to make some savings and you can generally book you car parking space in a few clicks. Just remember to leave enough time to get a shuttle bus to the airport and enough time to get to the car par itself don’t forget to book a valet for your car.

The Las Vegas Strip is famous all over the world for its glamorous hotels and casinos. The Bellagio Hotel Las Vegas is one of the most elegant complexes, having been inspired by the Italian resort of Bellagio by Lake Como. Gambling, entertainment, dining and accommodation are first class at the five diamond establishment.

There are 3,241 rooms and 512 suites inside the Bellagio. This casino also includes a 45, 000 square foot Grand Ballroom, 22, 000 square foot Bellagio Ballroom and 14 meeting rooms. There are tonnes of shopping that can be done inside the Bellagio, 10 shops to choose from. All the shops are located in the Via Bellagio. If you want to just relax and unwind there is a 65,000 square foot Spa. This spa offers multiple types of massages and services in its 56 treatment rooms. This casino has world class dinning, with tones of restaurants to choose from. Some restaurants you can dine at are; Jean- Philippe, Pali Pronto, Picasso, Sensi, Jasmine and many more.

The grounds are lovely too and the 18 acre artificial lake at the front of the hotel is the venue for the much loved Fountains of Bellagio display of music and lights. The musical extravaganza is repeated thoughtout the day and features a variety of music, including Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Aaron Copland and Handel. The natural world is also on show at the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, which has free admission and the gardens are open 24 hours a day.

The Bellagio Hotel lobby alone is a show in itself. Over 2,000 hand-blown glass flowers, each perfectly each hand-crafted, cover the ceiling. In addition multi-colored works of art, called The Fiori di Como, add to the atmosphere

At the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art there is a small but quite impressive display of dozens of works by masters such as Picasso, Monet, van Gogh and others. You tour is aided by an audio presentation. Art lovers will certainly find this to be a must visit spot on their Las Vegas vacation.

In addition to the major attractions, Bellagio has an extremely large casino offering all the games you can imagine with limits to suit all gamblers. There is also plenty of shopping at Via Bellagio, a world-class spa, several nightclubs, over 20 restaurants for all tastes and budgets including the award-winning Le Cirque, and a spectacular pool area to work on your tan at.