Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The Gaylord Palms in Kissimmee, Florida, is family-friendly resort five minutes from Walt Disney World. In 2010, the Gaylord Palms was rated as a four-diamond resort by AAA and given three stars by the Forbes Travel Guide. This resort's onsite amenities include four restaurants, five bars, a fitness room with specialty classes, two outdoor pools, a whirlpool Jacuzzi and a children's activity center.
The resort features poolside servers wearing in-line skates. Families and children can participate in a variety of resort activities such as volleyball, miniature golf, bocce ball and croquet. While the kids are playing outside, parents can engage in spa treatments provided by the onsite Canyon Ranch Spa.
Situated on 20 acres, the Radisson Resort Parkway is a private getaway for both families and business professionals. In 2010, the Forbes Travel Guide gave the Radisson a three-star rating. For families, the Radisson features two free-form swimming pools, complete with a 40-foot water slide and waterfalls. The resort also has a pool for children and two outdoor hot tubs. The Radisson is equipped with a 6,800-square-foot business center and meeting space.
Other onsite amenities at this Radisson include tennis and volleyball courts, a full-service fitness center and shuttle transportation to all nearby theme park attractions. Dining is also available onsite at Mandolin's Restaurant or the American-fare. Per family, two children age 10 and under eat free at the Mandolin Restaurant, with the purchase of an adult entree.
As per the 2010 Forbes Travel Guide, the Saratoga Resort Villa is a two-star family-friendly hotel in the heart of Kissimmee. The all-villa accommodations feature full-service kitchens. This resort has a large swimming pool, children's pool and whirlpool Jacuzzi. Tennis courts, a basketball court, miniature golf, a children's playground and a fitness center are available.
Saratoga Resort offers free shuttle service to nearby Walt Disney World attractions. A lounge and bar are located onsite at this resort, but no restaurant. Bars and restaurants within three miles include Pacino's, Arabian Nights, Charley's Steak House and the House of Blues. A number of boutiques and shops are located along the busy West Irlo Bronson Highway 192, which is within walking distance of the resort.