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.
● 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.
Before planning on what to do in Bali, it is important to find first the best hotel or resort that suits your budget and lifestyle.
Whether you’re off for a family getaway, solo trip, or romantic holiday, enjoy Bali like no other with these breathtaking accommodations:
If you want the best of both worlds during your Bali holiday, Bali Island Villas and Spa is the right place you might want to consider. Luxuriate your stay at this private complex of self-contained luxury villas that is enclosed within a compound featuring a peaceful aura of nature. They offer a blissful retreat with soothing treatments at their full-service, onsite spa, you can soak in the hot tub, or indulge yourself with a tantalizing selection of flavorful international dishes at the resort restaurant within the heart of Semanyak.
Address: Bali Island Villas & Spa, No. 469 Seminyak 80361 Indonesia
Feel the unrivaled fresh air mountain at Club Bali at Kota Bunga Resort & Spa. Situated in the Punkcak area at the highest place in “Kota Bunga” (which means the City of Flowers), this resort features a fantasy park, and a water park offering boating, train, and many luxurious services that you will truly enjoy.
Address: Club Bali @ Kota Bunga Rst & Spa, West Java 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
Aside from the beautiful scenery, Bali is also home to diverse culinary options.
International or authentic Balinese, the food scene in Bali is undoubtedly a treat for tourists.
From cheerful warungs to upscale restaurants - they all serve a delicious menu that you can feast on.
Don’t let your holiday end without indulging in Bali’s most badass burger spot, which is the Bo$ $man. You can drool over their menu which includes six signature gourmet burgers that are strictly perfect for meat lovers out there. So if you’re down for this, just pass by in the heart of Seminyak and next door to Sisterfields.
For our next food trip option, if you want to immerse yourself in the Balinese culture, you can go for a quick breakfast fix at Ayam Betutu Pak Sanur. Located on Ubud’s main road, this simple warung (small restaurant), offers its main star, the ayam betutu, or Balinese chicken stew that’s traditionally eaten for breakfast. It consists of chicken in a heady mixture of sweet soy sauce, shallots, garlic, turmeric, ginger, galangal, and chilies, all served over steaming white rice and accompanied by sautéed chayote, crispy fried egg, stewed chicken liver and gizzard, fried chicken intestines, fried noodles, and peanuts.
When you set foot in Bali, you should dine at Warung Pak Malen at least once. This restaurant specializes in one dish only — the Babi Guling, a whole roasted suckling pig, a signature of Balinese cooking and ceremonies.
Bring out the wanderer in you with Bali’s awesome activities that you can do!
From food to beautiful scenery, Bali is also a great spot for underwater adventures. Their beaches are so pristine and world-class! So it’s a great idea to rent snorkeling gear and dive into the home of sea turtles and other friendly marine species. Looking for best beaches to snorkelm with the family? Go to Nusa Penida, or head up to Tulamben and Amed – these are the great spots to find Nemo. If you want to spot a friendly dugong, hit the surf breaks of Padang Padang and Nusa Dua. Just remember before diving, be a responsible tourist, and don’t do anything that can harm marine species.
If you’re up for a day of stretching your legs, you can also spot many working rice fields in Bali. The Tegallalang Rice Terraces in Ubud are the most famous on the island thanks to their beautiful valleys of rice paddies that stretch for miles. It’s a sea of stair-like rice fields, dotted by hard-working farmers tending to their treasured crops. Most of the time it can get crowded here so you can head to Jatiluwih instead if you want to take pictures of the rice terraces.
Pura Lempuyang is one of the most sacred places in Bali. It became famous on the internet and dubbed as the most Instagrammable spot thanks to jaw-dropping views at the “Gateway of Heaven”. It is highly recommended to visit this place on a clear day so you can appreciate Mount Agung’s majestic peak framed perfectly by the temple gates.
● 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.
Experience an unforgettable getaway in the City Beautiful by staying comfortable in any of RCI’s affiliated resorts and hotels.
Here are some of our recommendations:
Enjoy the comforts of a homespun room in Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Inspired by the design of 1860’s railroad hotels of the American West, this resort evokes rustic charm while being surrounded by whimsical woodlands and enchanting springs. The rooms in this resort vary from 1 to 3-bedroom suites up to cabins and villas that are fully equipped with kitchens and spacious dining areas.
Address: 901 Timberline Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
Situated a few minutes away from Disney World, The Retreat at Championsgate by Tropical Escape Resort Homes offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and privacy in a strategic location. This vacation home community nestled in the luxury golf resort of Championsgate is fully equipped with its own resort pool and clubhouse, so you can enjoy a day of splashing in water with the kids or unwind with a cocktail at the tiki bar.
Address: Tropical Escape Vacation Homes, 8320 ChampionsGate Blvd, ChampionsGate, FL 33896
Located in the heart of central Florida, Barefoot’n in the Keys at Old Town is strategically located near the city’s famous theme parks. This resort is ideal for families traveling with kids as its spacious accommodations invite relaxation for all ages. Each bedroom unit features a living room, dining area, kitchenette, separate bedrooms, and washer/ dryer. After a long day in the theme parks, you can always unwind and relax your tired muscles through the spa tub in the master bath.
Address: Kissimmee FL 34746 USA
From themed restaurants to trusted brunch places —
Orlando has no shortage of diverse dining options for you to bring your family to!
Let the kids enjoy a storybook-themed dining experience at StoryBook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White! This spectacular restaurant combines fancy dinner fare with creative entertainment as Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy join you in your evening. The prix fixe menu includes quirky dishes as well — here, you’ll get to enjoy a Royal Prime Rib Roast, Brother Grimm’s Herbed Chicken, and Princess Pasta.
Address: Disney World Resort, 901 Timberline Dr, Orlando, FL
Dixie’s Belle Café takes brunch to another level. This family-run restaurant specializes in home-style country cooking that will definitely fill you up and satisfy your cravings — think juicy burgers, egg scramblers, and sweet potato biscuits. Dixie’s Bell Café has mastered the art of Southern comfort food down to a tee and is guaranteed to bring you a pleasant experience.
Address: 7125 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32809
Satisfy the gourmand in you in Everglades Restaurant at Rosen Centre, which incorporates authentic Florida flavors into many traditional dishes. The succulent menu includes a delectable selection of the finest seafood, steaks, and vegetarian offerings. Adding to the warm ambiance of the restaurant is the décor dedicated to the thriving flora and fauna of South Florida wetlands.
Address: Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
With its huge collection of theme parks, water parks, outdoor attractions, and world-class entertainment — you’ll never run out of things to do in Orlando!
Here are our top activities for you to try to make the most out of your family getaway in the city.
What’s a visit to Orlando without exploring its most sought after theme parks? Visitors both young and young at heart are always welcome to indulge in an activity-filled holiday at the world’s top theme parks. Whether it’s the magic that awaits you in Walt Disney World Resort, the reel-to-real action in Universal Studios, or the marine wonders of SeaWorld — Orlando has theme parks for every one!
Experience a breathtaking drive through Orlando’s wilderness aboard an airboat with your family through Orlando’s airboat tours! This exciting airboat tour will let you explore Orlando’s flora & fauna as it brings you up close to the protected swamps, marshes, and rivers of the Everglades. Here, you’ll get a chance to see the alligators, birds, eagles, turtles, and even big cats as you glide through miles of Southern wetlands.
Observe Orlando from 400 feet above when you hop aboard The Wheel, an observation wheel located on International Drive. Each rotation takes approximately 20 minutes and the modern capsule is spacious and air-conditioned to let you soak up the majestic views of the city at your most comfortable.
For a more memorable experience, we recommend riding The Wheel during sunset or at night. You can also opt to enhance your ride by availing of the Sky Bar, which gives beverages of your choice for your flight.
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.