International Drive Excursions

It's simply a MUST SEE attraction, easily one of the best in Florida. Whether touring the Rocket Garden or boarding a full-scale replica of the Space Shuttle Explorer, you'll be enthralled every minute.

Experience the drama of the moon landing!

Experience a dramatic recreation of the moon landing in the Lunar Theatre and The Firing Room Theatre.

Take a walk in the rocket garden

This recently renovated attraction is where you can find a whole display of authentic rockets. Here you can go inside Mercury, Gemini and Apollo capsule replicas and get an idea of the conditions that the astronauts endured.

Astronaut encounter

Have you ever met a real astronaut? Well now you have the opportunity to listen and put questions to special guest astronauts from some of the early space programme missions.

IMAX® cinemas

These are the only back-to-back twin IMAX® cinemas in the world, showcasing 2 exciting motion pictures on screens 5½-storeys tall. Including a new IMAX® 3-D journey to the International Space Station, narrated by Tom Cruise.

Saturn v centre

Experience mission control and the launch sequence of a real Apollo mission, in the authentic replica 1960s Firing Room. Then onto view an actual 363ft Saturn V moon rocket. 1 of only 3 remaining.

(Not valid on shuttle lauch dates.) Tour price for Admission Badge per person (including return transfer from Orlando) - Please note there are no other transfers available from other resorts in Florida.

Take a step further into space with a ‘space pass’ – this includes your Access Admission Badge PLUS an up-close guided tour led by a trained space expert AND the opportunity to dine with a real astronaut! Your banquet-style lunch takes place at the Visitor’s Complex and includes a presentation by a real astronaut hero, a video of astronauts living and working in space and your chance to ask questions and take photos.
*Please Note: For security reasons, bags will need to be left on the coach during your visit. Transfers operate daily except Thu (may be subject to change). (Tickets not valid on shuttle launch days.)

Take off on a fun-filled Champagne balloon flight, leaving at sunrise, to enjoy a tranquil hour floating above the sights and attractions of the Orlando area. Depending on wind direction and speed, the flights leave from any of 25 different locations in the WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort area. Once airborne, the pilot will point out the spectacular sights of the area - from the theme parks to the orange groves and forests, and swamps that have been untouched for thousands of years. Once you are down you'll toast the flight with Champagne and enjoy a full buffet breakfast before receiving your 'First Flight' certificate to show off back home! Non-participants can come along and watch the 'chase crew' and join in the breakfast for a small charge.

Please Note: this excursion is only suitable for children aged 4 and over.

An exciting interactive dinner show that puts the whole family right in the middle of a buccaneering adventure. The evening begins with an appetiser buffet to be accompanied by 2 glasses of beer and unlimited diet coke, coke, sprite and water, and then it's straight into a swashbuckling, side-splitting, musical spectacular presented on an enormous, fully-rigged pirate's galleon. A perfect family night out!

Please Note: Price does not include transportation

Why not have a bite at Planet Hollywood® – DOWNTOWN DISNEY. Inspired by the glamorous world of film and television, it’s celebrity-style dining amid Hollywood’s greatest collection of movie memorabilia. Planet Hollywood® is perfectly located to combine with Cirque du Soleil® – so why not dine before or after the show? Alternatively, use dining here as a starting point to your evening and indulge in big-city fun in an area alive with excitement, unique shops and entertainment (see our representatives in Orlando to make arrangements).

The SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens® 2-Park ticket offers fantastic value for money. Not only is it less than the price of two 1-day tickets to SeaWorld® Orlando and Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, but if you don't get to do all you want to, you can come back as many times as you like with the unique come back guarantee!* Plus you can also take advantage of FREE bus transportation to Busch Gardens® on the Shuttle Express. The Busch Gardens® Shuttle Express departs from SeaWorld® Orlando and various locations in the International Drive and Kissimmee areas (this service may be subject to change). This fantastic ticket is not available at the park gates, so don't forget to pre-purchase it in the UK.

*This ticket expires 21 days after the first date of use.

A place where you can experience the adventure and romance of the Middle Ages. You will be treated like the noblest lord or lady of the realm, and you will be served a royal feast in the traditional manor. Whilst you enjoy your feast, watch the remarkable display of horsemanship and the valiant knights prepare for their centuries-old Tournament Games.

A dinner show that brings a fairy tale to life on horseback! As a guest of Arabian Nights, you are invited to celebrate the wedding of a prince and princess, where the many adventures and surprises begin. Whilst all this is going on, you will enjoy a beautiful meal with unlimited house beer, wine and Coca-Cola®.

Experience the world-class rides, quality service and more multi-passenger tube rides than any other water park in Orlando, and you will see why Wet ’n Wild® Orlando is consistently voted America’s number 1 water park! Experience an explosion of pulsating lights, dynamic effects and cosmic energy on THE BLACK HOLE™. The Next Generation, as your two-person hydra capsule blasts off to new out-of-this-world thrills! Hypnotizing water thrills await as you encounter a splashing dose of group therapy on the Brain Wash™. Boogie down on the retro raft adventure - DISCO H2O™, take a relaxing journey into Florida's past through breathtaking waterfalls on the Lazy River or get soaked down a ruptured pipeline on The Blast. Nobody has more pure thrills than Wet 'n Wild! Fly through the eye of a raging Storm. Reach speed as you go vertical on the Bomb Bay. Or take a wild wakeboarding adventure around our half-mile lake course. No matter how you like your thrills, Wet 'n Wild will have you screaming for more. Whether it's surfin' the wave pool or watching the kids from the comfort of a gently reclining lounge chair, Wet 'n Wild is just your speed. Children love the Kid's Park. We've scaled down our favourite attractions to create smaller versions of the park's most popular adult rides. And we've got plenty of places the whole family can enjoy together. Open year-round with pools heated seasonally, Wet 'n Wild is the perfect place for the entire family to relax, have fun, and soak up the warm Florida sun!

If you're planning on visiting SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens® after 1st March 2008 you've simply got to also visit Aquatica - A brand new water park created by SeaWorld® and right across the street from SeaWorld® Orlando. This combination ticket offers great value for money giving you 14 consecutive days admission to all 3 parks!

Available for departures after 1st March 2008 to 31st December 2008

Enjoy the best of Universal Orlando® Resort! Receive admission to Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme parks, plus all-club access to the live entertainment at Universal CityWalk® for up to fourteen (14) consecutive days.*

*Terms and Conditions apply

Experience three of Orlando’s most exciting parks with one ticket. Enjoy admission to Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme parks, the Wet ‘n Wild®–Orlando water park, plus all-club access* to the live entertainment at Universal CityWalk®, for up to fourteen (14) consecutive days.*

*Terms and Conditions apply

V ROOM is a totally new concept from Virgin Holidays. A dedicated lounge for all our customers at Gatwick.

Created with you in mind to give your holiday that little extra something right when you need it the most - at the start of your break. Once you’ve checked in, your holiday begins. V ROOM is the perfect place to begin your great escape.

Ever fancied dining with some of your favourite characters? Well, now is your chance with this fantastic dinner package. You’ll be collected from your hotel by limousine and whisked over to Chef Mickey at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for a lively, fun-filled dinner buffet, amongst some of the most famous Disney stars! Before dinner though, you will head to DOWNTOWN DISNEY for a chance to soak up the sights and sounds as well as the opportunity to indulge in some retail therapy. Departs Tue, Wed, Thu (afternoon/evening)

Enjoy a ‘supercalifragilistic breakfast’ with your favourite Disney characters. You’ll be collected from your hotel by limousine and whisked over to 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Here, you will enjoy a fabulous breakfast buffet (hot and cold) amongst some of the most famous Disney stars, giving you perfect photo and autograph opportunities. After breakfast, your limousine will transfer you back to your hotel or the Magic Kingdom Park to start your day of fun at the parks. Departs Wed (morning)

Take a step further into space with a ‘space pass’ – this includes your Access Admission Badge PLUS an up-close guided tour led by a trained space expert AND the opportunity to dine with a real astronaut! Your banquet-style lunch takes place at the Visitor’s Complex and includes a presentation by a real astronaut hero, a video of astronauts living and working in space and your chance to ask questions and take photos. (Tickets not valid on shuttle launch days.)

It's simply a MUST SEE attraction, easily one of the best in Florida. Whether touring the Rocket Garden or boarding a full-scale replica of the Space Shuttle Explorer, you'll be enthralled every minute.

Experience the drama of the moon landing!

Experience a dramatic recreation of the moon landing in the Lunar Theatre and The Firing Room Theatre.

Take a walk in the rocket garden

This recently renovated attraction is where you can find a whole display of authentic rockets. Here you can go inside Mercury, Gemini and Apollo capsule replicas and get an idea of the conditions that the astronauts endured.

Astronaut encounter

Have you ever met a real astronaut? Well now you have the opportunity to listen and put questions to special guest astronauts from some of the early space programme missions.

IMAX® cinemas

These are the only back-to-back twin IMAX® cinemas in the world, showcasing 2 exciting motion pictures on screens 5½-storeys tall. Including a new IMAX® 3-D journey to the International Space Station, narrated by Tom Cruise.

Saturn v centre

Experience mission control and the launch sequence of a real Apollo mission, in the authentic replica 1960s Firing Room. Then onto view an actual 363ft Saturn V moon rocket. 1 of only 3 remaining.

(Not valid on shuttle lauch dates.)

Includes Universal Studios, Islands of Adventures & Wet 'n Wild Free with every Virgin Holiday package departing in March

The show is called LA NOUBA™, originating from the French phrase 'faire la nouba', which means to party, to live it up. The show is an unforgettable journey through our universe - at once threatening and exhilarating, frightening and familiar. La Nouba™ is the story of all stories, the site of all mysteries, where dreams and nightmares sleep side by side. La Nouba™ is memorable, individual and universal! This mesmorising show is performed in a stunning purpose-built theatre, featuring over 60 acrobats, dancers, gymnastics and clowns. It's an inimitable mix of circus, musical, acrobatic show and opera, creating something totally unique. It's almost impossible to describe. Just book it and see it! An awesome experience.

Please Note: This show is not available between 17 May '09-01 Jun '09