A kaleidoscope of family-friendly fun in Four Corners
Just 30 miles from Orlando, Four Corners is quickly emerging as a hotspot for vacationers in search of thrills, spills and splashes. Think outside the theme park box and you'll discover wildlife-rich state parks, championship golf courses and plenty of history. Planning a family getaway to Florida? Why not swap pricey Orlando hotels for family-sized Four Corners vacation rentals? With spacious living areas and private pools, there's plenty of room for the whole clan. Well-equipped kitchens and your own set of keys will also make you feel right at home.
Theme park hopping in Four Corners
With more than 10 theme parks to choose from, family-friendly fun is the order of the day in Four Corners. The low-key neighborhood puts you just 30 minutes from Universal Orlando Resort, where you can ride roller coasters in Islands of Adventure, cast spells in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and make a splash at Volcano Bay. Then there's Walt Disney World, America's most iconic theme park. Cinderella's Castle towers over Magic Kingdom, which welcomes over 20 million Disney lovers a year.
Hit the Universal CityWalk in Four Corners
While theme parks are a big draw, Four Corners serves up its fair share of street scenes. Disney Springs is always a hit, with themed restaurants, live entertainment and one of the world's largest Disney stores. The Universal CityWalk is another colorful strip, with karaoke bars, boutiques, tattoo parlors and everything in-between. If you're traveling on a budget but don't want to compromise on a resort experience, a Four Corners vacation rental is an ace trade-off. From Regal Palms and Bahama Bay to Emerald Island and Windsor Hills, you'll find properties in a host of family-friendly resorts.
Spend summer break in Four Corners
With so many activities and attractions on offer, Four Corners lends itself to every season. Crowds soar over the US school holidays, when flocks of families descend on Orlando. Summers are hot and humid, so don't forget to pack plenty of sunscreen. After a sticky day at the theme parks, there's nothing better than cooling off in the pool of your Four Corners vacation rental villa. If you're not confined to a school calendar, consider visiting from March to May. This is considered a sweet spot, with clear skies, cool weather and shorter lines at your favorite theme parks.
How to get to and around Four Corners
The nearest airport is in Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), located 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) away.