Need alot of help please

[Jedihale]

Hi

My Name is Matt (28) and I'm new to the forum, I planning on going to the USA for eight weeks as a belated honeymoon/traveling, I only Just got married last week, And I'm also in the process of getting ready to move out of my house, So this really hasnt left much time for me to plan our trip Doh!.. So I'm hoping that you guys and girls maybe albe to help us with the planning/Ideas/tips ect

The Plan is to spend between 14 to 21 days in Orlando for the start of our trip

"Dates" flying in with Virgin Airlines to Orlando on the 2nd of May (dates can change)

Question 1
So first question is do you think that we will need more than 14 days in Orlando, As I'm thinking 21 days would be better but my wifes not to sure... We want to go to most of the parks/plus Kennedy Space Centre/A day shopping ect

Question 2
Where is a good place to look for Accomadtion in Orlando. Hotel/Villa?

Question 3
We will need car hire for whole trip, any companies recomended?

Question 4
Best place to buy a disney pass/Plus the other parks (flex pass)

Any answers would be really helpful as I need to start booking this up this week : ) I do own a brits guide to orlando which is useful..

Matt

[steph_goodrum]

Matt
Welcome to the forums and congratulations to your wife on your recent marriage and best wishes to yuo both for a long and happy married life.
You've made an excellent start to your plans just by coming here.

I know we're a little biased but I'd say 3 weeks would definitely be better as a start to your holiday. 2 weeks at full speed in Orlando and you'll be too tied to enjoy the rest properly.

Park tickets, days out to save some of the driving can all be found at very competitve prices and with excellent service from the links above, as well as car hire etc and accommodation etc.

[RIS]

Well Matt welcome to the forum! Without being too flippant I will keep my answers short as I am sure that many others will also offer advice.

Q1 14 days is OK but 21 days would be great as there really is so much to do in and around Orlando.

Q2 Here! Just click one or all of the three links above.

Q3 Yes and here, just click the link for good value and quality car hire.

Q4 Here! As above.

Matt you're going to have a great holiday! 21 days in an Orlando Villa!! Fantastic!! [msncool]

[steph_goodrum]

As far as acoomodation you'll never beat a villa for value for your money, for 2 it may seem a little higher than an hotel but when you consider what you will find in many villas you'll soon see it's worth it.
For some getting away means getting away from everyone and so you can relax in your villa without others running past your door etc. The privacy and space you get for your all important time away is - to quote a famous tv ad PRICELESS!

If you don't want to stay in one are all that time, you could do 2 weeks Orland and cover the parks and Kennedy etc (maybe Cocoa Beach) and then for the 3rd week move to the Gulf coast for a week and have your beach fix (and Busch gardens etc) before moving on again) recaharge the batteries a bit.

[Paula D-S]

Hello Matt and welocme to the forums.
In answer to your questions
1) For just the two of you 14 days is enough to fit in what you want to do, however 21 days would give you more of a relaxing pace. I did notice you said you want "a day" shopping but to really enjoy the shops and if you want to visit a few malls think at least 3 days for shopping.[msnwink]
2) The links above offer great villa accommodation and you will find a villa stay much more private and relaxing than a hotel stay.
Try these links
http://www.orlandovillas.com
http://www.villasflorida.com
http://www.onlinefloridavillas.com
http://www.orlandovillarental.com
3) To fully enjoy your stay you will be better hiring a car, driving in Florida is so easy, try this link http://www.uscarhire.co.uk
4) For park tickets try this link http://www.park-tickets.com where you will find every ticket you need.

Enjoy planning your trip.
Paula

[dawn]

Hi Matt, and congtrulations on your wedding - welcome to the forum.

What better place to start married life than in Florida!

I would suggest making a list of all the things you want to do/see while in Orlando, add several days for relaxation (lying by the pool etc), and chilling, and see how many days you think this will take - there really is so much to do, I am sure you will want to return anyway.

Without a doubt a villa is the way to go for a honeymoon - have a look through these sites, and you will see how luxurious they are. What would be better than to have your own pool, jacuzzi and space after a busy day - lots of romantic evenings sitting or swimming by the pool watching the sun set[msnwink]rather than being in a cramped hotel room with neighbours either side[msnwink]

www.orlandovillas.com
www.onlinefloridavillas.com
www.villasflorida.com
www.orlandovillarental.com

A car will give you the freedom to come and go as you please - have a look at the choices available here - you could even have a convertilble!

www.uscarhire.co.uk

Again for attraction tickets have a look here - there is a great choice, plus some alternative days out like champagne balloon flights

www.park-tickets.com

Hope this helps and enjoy your planning
Dawn

[Jedihale]

Wow thanks for your very fast replies, With some great advise, Over the next week I'll start getting things booked, So I'm very lucky to find this forum with you very kind members helping me out, In most cases its not what you know its who you know : )

I think you have confirmed it for me that 21 days is the way to go, I'll show Joy (my wife) your responces when she gets home tonight..

I think I've now sorted out my dates:-

May 1st Fly into Orlando

Leave America on the 25th June from JFK Newyork

With virgin flights have come out at £783.80 for both of US ( I'll be booking up the rest of the internal flights after I've got the first part of this trip sorted out : )

Ok next I need to find accomadation, I'll have a look through the links above and I let you know what I find.. I may be out of luck with getting a villa being that its so close, but I'll soon fing out..

Accommodation dates needed

1st May to the 21st May

More to follow

Thanks

Matt





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[ShirleyD]

Hi Matt, welcome to the forum

If you have the luxury of 3 weeks in the Orlando area, then go for it. If you are planning to visit most the theme parks, it is much nicer to space them apart with trips shopping or visiting some of the many national parks in between and of course if you decide to stay in a villa, you will want some time to relax by your own private pool [msnwink]

[Jedihale]

Hi again

Do any of the following websites show Villa's that are availble for the dates I need, Or do I need to email the owners directly?

www.orlandovillas.com
www.villasflorida.com
www.onlinefloridavillas.com
www.orlandovillarental.com

I'am on a budget, so would be looking to spend between £250-£300 per week, not sure if that would get me anything for those dates..

Thanks

Matt

[solanasunshine]

Hi Matt,

You will need to send out an enquiry on the sites themselves as owners are not allowed to contact guests over the forum.

I'm sure that there will be some villas available still - only those with availability will answer your enquiry anyway. I don't know whether anyone will be in your budget though as most villas advertised are luxurious home away from homes but there is no harm in trying.

Congratulations on your marriage and have a wonderful honeymoon!

Gill