Orlando is a one-of-a-kind destination.  

World class theme parks, pristine golf courses, top rated restaurants, and natural beauty converge seamlessly to create a place rightly known as The City Beautiful.  

Last year, Orlando welcomed over 75 million visitors, making it once again the most visited destination in the United States.  

If you are already dreaming of your summer vacation, we suggest visiting Orlando and experiencing all it has to offer. 

Follow these simple tips to plan your ultimate summer vacation in Orlando.

Determine What Kind of Vacation You Want

Before you begin to plan out the fine details of your trip, consider what you want to get out of it.  

Do you want a fun family vacation or a couples’ retreat?  

Or perhaps, you want a solo adventure in Orlando to reconnect with yourself.  

Orlando has attractions that will be fun no matter who is accompanying you on your travels.

You should also consider what tone you want to set for your vacation.  

Do you want to see all the sights, or do you prefer to take it easy and relax? Are you dreaming of visiting the theme parks, or do you prefer to visit local attractions?  

Setting an intention for your vacation will help you make the most of it.

Set a Budget for Your Vacation

Once you have a basic idea of what you want from your trip, you should start thinking about budget.  

When setting your budget, consider any major expenses you have planned for this year, including other trips.  

If you are traveling on a shoestring budget, don’t worry – although Orlando can be expensive, it is entirely possible to visit and still have fun while being mindful of spending.

Rosen Inn closest to Universal offers budget-friendly perks such as a kids eat free program and free scheduled shuttle services to select theme parks that can help you cut down on parking and rideshare fees.  

If you are a Florida resident, you may qualify for discounts at theme parks and other Orlando attractions.  

There are also several free and low-cost activities throughout Orlando.

Make an Itinerary

While you don’t need to plan out every minute of your vacation, having a general idea of what you’d like to do is smart.  

There are so many things to do in Orlando that it can be overwhelming and easy to forget to visit attractions unless you make a list.  

If you are traveling with others, making a list of all the things you want to do ensures that the trip has something for everyone.

Once you know what you’d like to do, take note of the days and hours of operation, ticket prices, and any other information that would be useful.  

Pick a Date to Visit

When you take your vacation may in part be determined by your budget.  

Summer is peak season for traveling to Orlando, so flight prices may be higher than usual.  

Even so, you’ll find some weeks are less busy and therefore less expensive than others.  

Summer break in Orlando usually begins in late May and ends in early August. Planning your trip before and after those dates will help you avoid the crowds and high prices.

Your travel agenda will also help you decide when to visit.  

Orlando has all sorts of fun activities taking place all season long.  

The theme parks usually offer special summer programming from June to August. This includes events such as SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular and Disney H2O Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon.  

If you visit for Memorial Day weekend, you can enjoy the last few days of the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival, which ends on June 2, 2025.

Save Up for Your Vacation

Now that you’ve determined a budget and created a rough outline for your trip, it’s time to start saving up.  

If you save a little each month, you’ll have the funds for your summer vacation in no time.

Here’s how:

• Calculate the costs of all your expenses (hotels, food, attractions, transportation, etc.) and confirm that it’s within your budget. If you find yourself a bit over budget, you’ll need to readjust.
• If you already have some money saved towards your vacation, you can deduct that from your budget.
• Count the number of months until your vacation and divide your budget by the number of remaining months. Now you know exactly how much you need to save each month until your vacation.

Book Your Orlando Hotel in Advance

If possible, we recommend reserving and purchasing as much as you can before your trip.  

This way, once you're on vacation, you can enjoy your getaway without worrying about your bank account balance.  

Things that can be purchased in advance include lodging, attraction tickets, rental cars, and tours.  

At Rosen Inn closest to Universal, we offer spacious and affordable rooms with plenty of budget-friendly amenities. Plus, you’ll never pay a resort fee, saving you even more money.

Book your room today to get one step closer to your Orlando vacation.