Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Theme Park:	Disney's Hollywood Studios (since 2008)
	Disney MGM Studios (1989 - 2007)
	Part of the Resort Walt Disney World Resort

Address:	Bay Lake
	FL 34747
	https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/

Operated by:	Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Bay Lake, Florida, is one of the four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort. Originally opened as Disney-MGM Studios in 1989, the park has evolved from a behind-the-scenes look at movie and television production into one of Disney’s most immersive theme parks. Today, guests can step into worlds inspired by Star Wars, Toy Story and classic Hollywood while experiencing some of Walt Disney World’s most popular attractions.

From the streets of Hollywood Boulevard to the bustling outpost of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, every area of the park is designed to transport guests into a different setting. Signature attractions include Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Together with live shows, themed dining and seasonal entertainment, they create a park that offers far more than just rides.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has transformed into a destination where blockbuster attractions and immersive storytelling go hand in hand. Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, a movie enthusiast or simply looking for some of Walt Disney World’s most ambitious attractions, the park easily fills a full day.

Reviews

A visit to the movies

Highlights of the Theme Park

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Great fun on a runaway train

Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run

A highly immersive simulator

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith

Rockin’ and Rolling through LA

Slinky Dog Dash

The family launch coaster

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

The most immersive dark ride ever created

Tower of Terror

Droppin’ into the Twilight Zone

TKathke January 20, 2024 July 27, 2026 Disney's Hollywood Studios

SeaWorld Orlando

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Theme Park:	Sea World Orlando (since 1973)

Address:	7007 Sea World Drive
	32821 Orlando
	https://aquatica.com/san-antonio

Operated by:	United Parks & Resorts

SeaWorld Orlando in Orlando, Florida, has been part of Central Florida’s theme park landscape since 1973. Originally focused on marine life, aquariums and live shows, the park has changed considerably over the decades. Roller coasters and other rides have become an increasingly important part of SeaWorld, adding a new dimension to the experience while the park has retained its focus on marine life.

Mako, Manta, Kraken and Pipeline: The Surf Coaster are now among SeaWorld Orlando’s major attractions and give the park an impressive roller coaster lineup. Animals remain just as much a part of SeaWorld, with sharks, penguins, dolphins, sea lions and many other species found throughout its aquariums and exhibits. Live shows, family attractions and additional rides round out the park’s offerings.

SeaWorld Orlando has evolved considerably over the years, adding major new attractions while staying connected to its original focus on the world’s oceans and marine life. The result is a park that feels quite different from the other major theme parks in Central Florida.

Reviews

Christmas at SeaWorld

Highlights of the Sea Mammal Amusement Park

Ice Breaker

The first quadruple launch coaster

Infinity Falls

A modern approach of a true classic

Journey to Atlantis

The first water coaster

Kraken

A very intense looping coaster

Mako

A very solid hyper coaster

Manta

Flying like a manta

TKathke January 14, 2024 August 9, 2026 SeaWorld Orlando

Aquatica Orlando

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Water Park:	Aquatica San Orlando (since 2008)

Address:	5800 Water Play Way
	78251 San Antonio
	https://aquatica.com/orlando/

Operated by:	United Parks & Resorts

Aquatica Orlando in Orlando, Florida, is the water park of the SeaWorld Orlando Resort and has been welcoming guests since 2008. Designed around a colorful South Pacific theme, the park combines large water slides with wave pools, lazy rivers and extensive areas for families and younger children.

The slide lineup ranges from high-speed attractions such as Ihu’s Breakaway Falls to the multi-directional Reef Plunge and the racing slides of Riptide Race. For something more relaxed, Loggerhead Lane winds its way through the park, while Roa’s Rapids offers a much faster take on the traditional lazy river. Two large wave pools and several children’s areas round out the selection.

With plenty of greenery, sandy beaches and water attractions spread throughout the park, Aquatica offers a welcome change of pace from Orlando’s major theme parks. There is enough here to easily spend a full day, whether that means working through the slide lineup or simply finding a quiet spot by the water.

Reviews

Slidin’ with Skyline