Whether you’re looking for a relaxed holiday experience in the City Beautiful or leaning towards a sun-soaked getaway in Southeast Asia, we got you covered!
Turn your dream getaway into reality and check out our ultimate guide to visiting Orlando and Bali in 2022.
● Time zone: Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
● Currency: US Dollar (USD)
● Airports: There are currently two airports servicing Orlando — Orlando International Airport (MCO/KMCO) and Orlando Sanford International Airport.
● Orlando’s very first theme park was Gatorland, which opened in 1949. Gatorland’s main attraction was a 15-foot alligator, which was said to be the largest in the world.
● Orlando earned its nickname “City Beautiful” from the urban planning movement of the same name that transformed other places such as Cleveland, Detroit, and Denver.
Have the most comfortable stay in Orlando during your holiday with RCI’s list of affiliated resorts and hotels.
The Balmoral Resort is a resort that features beautifully decorated and spacious vacation homes that come with their own private pool. The resort also boasts of wonderful amenities such as a water park, putt-putt golf course, video games & arcade, bar & grill and many more.
Address: Haines City FL 33844 USA
Vista Cay is a lakefront luxury condominium resort located in the heart of Orlando. Located just a few minutes from Orange County Convention Center, this resort brings you closer to the best of Orlando’s attractions including Universal Studios and SeaWorld.
Address: 4874 Cayview Ave., Orlando, FL 32819
Indulge in modern elegance in Bay Tower Hotel, which is located in walking distance within Magic Kingdom Park at Disney Resort. Enjoy amazing studios and multi-bedroom villas whilst being greeted by the enchanting views of Disney’s Cinderella Castle, Bay Lake, and many more!
Address: 4600 World Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830, United States
Orlando is a melting pot of diverse cuisines that offer a wide variety of dining options for almost every traveler.
Check out our top recommendations of restaurants for you to try when you visit this city in the Sunshine state.
When in Orlando, one must eat like locals do! And there’s no better place to start off your gastronomic voyage into this city than by trying the famous roast beef sandwich at Beefy King. Beefy King is a family-run restaurant that began its operations in 1968 and has been making top-meal roast beef sandwiches for generations since then.
Address: 424 N Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803, USA
You’re never too young to feel like Disney royalty. Live like Belle when you dine in Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom, a Beauty & the Beast-inspired restaurant in Disney World. This regal restaurant offers a delightful 3-course menu that features mouthwatering French-inspired dishes and will delight everyone young at heart.
Address: Magic Kingdom Dr, Orlando, FL 32836
Sample creative cocktails at The Courtesy, one of the connoisseurs of the craft-cocktail movement in Orlando. This quaint and speakeasy bar offers a good refuge if you just want to drink down after a long day of exploring the city.
Address: 1288 N Orange Ave Winter Park, FL 32789
As the “Theme Park Capital of the World”, Orlando has so much to offer for the young at heart. Whether you’re seeking recreational outdoor activities, laid-back outdoor entertainment, or a shopping experience you won’t forget, Orlando has no shortage of activities for you to do.
Get a taste of Orlando’s very own sparkling wines by going on a tour and tasting from Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards. Situated on a 127-acre estate west of downtown Florida, Lakeridge now ranks as the largest premium winery in Florida. The winery is a pioneer in developing wines made from Muscadine grape varieties Noble, Carlos and Welder, as well as Vinifera varieties to include Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Lakeridge offers guided tours & tastings seven days a week, starting at 10:00 am each day and with the last tour offered at 4:00 pm. The tour includes a 10-minute video presentation and a tour around the winemaking area and the vineyards. Afterwards, you will be indulged into a wine-tasting session that offers a selection of dry, sweet, and sparkling wines.
Address: Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, 19239 U.S. 27 North, Clermont, Florida 34715
Drive Shack is not your run-off-the-mill luxury golf course. Instead, Drive Shack obliges you to temporarily shed everything you think you know about the sport as it offers fun and innovative ways to play the sport. Here, you can experience playing golf ala ShackJack, a game based on classic blackjack; and Monster Hunt, where you pretend to destroy monsters to save a princess. Drive Shack also offers covered driving bays so you can easily relax and enjoy delightful snacks after your game.
Address: 7285 Corner Dr, Orlando, FL 32827
Are you a fan of shopping ‘til you drop? Here in Orlando, you’ll feel like you got transported to shopping paradise!
Orlando is home to some of the best shopping outlets that allows you to get up close with top designer brands whilst enjoying great discounts. We recommend bringing out your shopping list when you go to Orlando International Premium Outlets, the largest outlet shopping destination in Florida. This location boasts of more than 773,586 square feet of designer outlet stores at discounted prices!
Address: 4951 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
● Time zone: Central Indonesian Time (WITA), UTC+8
● Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Airports: Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) or Denpansar International
● Bali earned its nickname “The Island of the Gods” due to the omnipresence of Hinduism in Balinese architecture and culture.
Finding the best accommodation is undoubtedly one of the most important parts of your itinerary,
as this will help your stay turn into a truly memorable one. With this, here are our top picks to help you have the most comfortable stay possible in Bali.
With its spacious rooms and wide selection of amenities, Avani Seminyak is an ideal choice for you if you’re traveling with family. This resort offers the seclusion and privacy whilst exuding the laid back vibes of Balinese architecture. Outdoors, you can easily take in Bali’s lush scenery whilst staying close enough to witness the action of Seminyak’s bustling streets.
Address: Jl. Drupadi No.28, Seminyak, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Enjoy a more intimate and personalized experience at Anantara Legian Bali. With a mere 28 rooms and suites, this luxury boutique resort offers tranquility like no other. Located on the beautiful Legian Beach, Anantara Legian Bali combines five-star facilities with beachfront convenience. Accommodations in this resort include studios and 1 to 3-bedroom apartment suites, with most suites offering private balconies with a pool or a garden view.
Address: Beach, Jl. Pantai, Jl. Arjuna Jl. Double Six No.18, Legian, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
For our next accommodation option, Club Risata Bali Resort will surely take your breath away. This resort is embraced by lush gardens in the walkways leading to the two-story buildings of 150 rooms. They are located in the Tuban area, an area known for its cleanliness and vacation paradise.
Address: Club Risata Bali - 3 Nights, South Kuta tuban BALI 80361 Indonesia
Over the years, Bali has established itself as an exceptional food destination, with its vast selection of restaurants that offer cuisines from around the world.
If you’re a curious epicurean like us looking for great eats, here are our top recommended restaurants in Bali for you.
Naughty Nuri is a Bali Legend. This restaurant boasts of mouthwatering barbecued pork spare ribs that were glazed in signature Balinese spices and magical martinis. Naughty Nuri became more favored after the late Anthony Bourdain declared this restaurant’s martinis as the “greatest martinis outside of New York”.
Address: Raya Sanggingan No.88X, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Traditional Indonesian delicacies meet fine dining in this cliffside restaurant & lounge bar. Dugong Restaurant & Lounge Bar is located within Suarga Padang Padang, a boutique resort situated on the hillside overlooking Padang Padang Beach.
Dugong offers a relaxed and shared dining experience with its innovative food concept. Here, the dishes from their creatively-crafted all-day menu are presented on small serving platters, which are then placed in the middle of the table for diners to share.
Address: JL. Pantai Labuan Sait, Br Dinas Labuan Sait, Pecatu, Bali, 80361, Indonesia
Get a taste of the savory bebek betutu in Chandi, a semi fine dining restaurant located in the heart of Seminyak. Bebek betutu is a classic Balinese dish made of steamed duck and seasoned with an Indonesian spicy mixture called betutu. Chandi serves their own version of bebek betutu with a blend of over sixteen spices, with a salted egg duck salad on the side.
Address: Jalan Kayu Aya 72, SEMINYAK, BALI, Badung, Indonesia, Bali
Bring out the wanderer in you with Bali’s awesome activities that you can do!
We’re a firm believer that you never really experience a tropical getaway until you get some tan on your skin. This is why we think there’s no better way to start off your holiday experience on this island than by soaking up some sun! Bali has some of the best beaches in the world with their crystal clear turquoise waters and white sand. If you’re looking for a secluded beach that can let you sunbake in peace, we especially recommend Thomas Beach in the Uluwatu area.
Shop for souvenirs and choose from a vast array of handcrafted accessories, silk scarves, handwoven bags, and many more when you shop at Ubud Market. Located in the heart of Ubud, this street market is hard to miss. We especially recommend visiting this market during the early hours to avoid the tourist rush that starts at 10:00 am onwards.
Immerse yourself in Balinese culture when you watch a traditional dance ritual in Uluwatu Temple. Locally known as the kecak dance, this magnifique traditional fire dance tells the story of Ramayana, an ancient Sanskrit epic. While watching the dance, you will also be greeted by the stunning sunset views in Uluwatu Temple, a Balinese temple on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Let your children see the beauty and diversity of the world with memorable holiday experiences. See the magic and get your heart racing in the theme parks of Orlando and chase the sun in the beautiful island of Bali in Southeast Asia. Whichever is to your liking —our travel guide is here to help you make the most out of your next holiday with your family, regardless of age or size.
Turn your dream getaway into reality and learn more about Bali with our ultimate Bali travel guide we have curated for you.