Orlando is a large city situated in Orange County, Florida and for most people brings up the image of theme parks, mainly Disney World, but it has a lot more to offer than that. With more than hundreds of attractions, luxurious resorts and dining, indulgent shopping and nearly endless sunshine, Orlando will leave memories you are sure to cherish for a lifetime. History is not as clear on where the name Orlando came from and there are different stories that do the rounds. For the shopaholics, Orlando provides both the inspiration and ample opportunity for practice with hundreds of stores selling everything your heart can desire. The popular attraction in Orlando is Aquatica –a one-of-a-kind park that includes up-close animal experiences, high-speed thrills and wide, sandy beaches. The Busch Garden attraction is also a must visit as it displays tigers, orangutans and gibbon habitats mixed with dense landscaping. At Orlando, you won’t have to worry about feeding your kids, as they will have a terrific time eating with a princess or sharing meals with an astronaut. For great nightlife, the Orange Avenue, Church Street, Magnolia Street, Central Boulevard and Pine Street offer a host of party places. If you want to be treated royally, then the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is for you, with classically-inspired fountains and courtyards to the small fishing boats bobbing in the bay, the hotel is a celebration of the robust and romantic lifestyle of Italy.