It’s always a good time for an Orlando family holiday with Kenwood Travel, but the launch of thrilling new Universal Epic Universe this May makes 2025 the best time yet.
Celestial Park, Universal Epic Universe
What’s new at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Universal Orlando Resort?
The highly anticipated Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s fourth and newest theme park is now open, and themed around ‘the heavens, stars and constellations’, it’s set to be the largest park at Universal Orlando Resort and features five lands: Celestial Park; Dark Universe; How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk; SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic™.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort
There’s lots of new magic at Walt Disney World Resort for 2025
Brand new for summer 2025, Disney Starlight: Dream The Night Away is an enchanting evening parade that lights up the Magic Kingdom Park after dark with captivating moments from Moana, Peter Pan, Cinderella and more.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios also launches the new live show this summer, Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After. Or if you want something a little less villainous, The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, is the all-new theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ classic and featuring new set pieces, innovative effects and bold new design. Plus, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Zootopia: Better Together brings you a new 4D experience featuring all kids’ favourite characters as they embark on a thrilling adventure round the world of Zootopia.
EPCOT fan favourite, Test Track presented by General Motors is also back for late summer 2025, and in more good news it’s a collaboration between Disney’s Imagineers and General Motors. Again, a lot of the details are being kept secret, but it seems safe to bet that speed-seekers and thrill-riders can expect a lot of this one and they will not be disappointed.
Finally, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney’s Magic Kingdom might not be brand new for 2025, but the replacement for Splash Mountain only opened last year, so it’s still pretty shiny and fresh. And fans of the Disney movie will be delighted to know that this mix of log flume and dark ride keeps the feelgood factor, right down to its bouncy soundtrack.
Orlando family holiday, Universal Aventura Hotel
More amazing Orlando hotels in one Kenwood Travel holiday
Of course, making it easier to do and see everything is always a great plan, but what we really like about Kenwood Travel this year, is their twin-centre Orlando family holidays. Not only do you get more time at theme parks and waterparks, you also get to try more than one of Orlando’s amazing places to stay, in one holiday.
It’s no exaggeration to say that many Orlando hotels are attractions in their own right, and most don’t have a cut-off point when it comes to keeping kids entertained. They also vie with each other to have the biggest pools, coolest restaurants and cutest themed rooms, all of which works out beautifully for families.
Universal Volcano Bay, Orlando
More theme parks and waterparks and more Orlando fun
Although, it’s clear that Kenwood Travel know their stuff when it comes to designing a perfect Orlando family holiday. The proof of that lies in a clever balance of hotels and experiences.
So, during your stay, you can promise your kids theme parks and waterparks, as well as plenty of time for other Orlando icons like sensational International Drive; Universal CityWalk, and the fun of Disney Springs – much more than just shopping, although the shopping is world-class; Kissimmee Old Town; wildlife adventures and nature reserves. You might even find a moment to yourself, Orlando has some outstanding golf courses, and quite a few sensational spas and wellness centres too.
Jurassic Velocicoaster, Universal Orlando Resort ©Universal Orlando Resort
Get more out of top Orlando theme parks with these three Kenwood Travel twin-centre holidays
The top priority on an Orlando family holiday is packing as much as you can into your stay, and still having time to breathe, chill and take in all the other good stuff that keeps Orlando right at the top of the destination wish list for families.
To help you stay focused on fun, Orlando experts, Kenwood Travel is recommending a great way give families more park time and the experience of more Orlando hotels: a twin-centre family holiday, only twinning hotels instead of destinations, and centred exclusively on Orlando. Plus, when you stay at a Universal Orlando hotel you also receive exclusive theme park benefits, such as Early Park Admission to select attractions up to one hour before other guests (valid theme park admission required).
Disney Skyliner over Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
The best twin-centre Orlando family holiday for being close to Universal Epic Universe
Mixing up a Disney Resort hotel with the newest theme park in town, this twin-centre Orlando family holiday wins you maximum parenting points, and you also get to try the brand new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel. Our suggested itinerary is 5-nights at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort followed by 3-nights at Universal Helios Grand Hotel. But that’s just a suggestion, you can change your length of stay at either hotel, or extend your stay at both, depending on the length of your holiday.
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
5-nights at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Sitting by a tropical lake on 45-acre Barefoot Bay, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is true to its name, from the lush and sunny gardens to individually designed guest villages, each with their own pool, and named after Caribbean islands. Kids will love the pirate-themed rooms here with ship-shaped beds and seafaring design details. Plus, the resort also features an enormous pool, and several restaurants, as well as evening campfire activities, and Movies Under The Stars offering complimentary screenings of beloved Disney films.
- Direct transport to EPCOT on Disney Skyliner aerial gondolas
- Early entry to parks with Extra Magic Hours*
Universal Helios Grand Hotel, Orlando
3-nights at new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – 5*
New Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel sits right at the entrance of Universal Epic Universe: perfect choice for theme park loving families. It’s also a 5-star Loews Hotel and weaves luxury into everything from its elegant Mediterranean design to the stunning rooftop bar, spacious family rooms, and private cabanas round the zero entry pool.
- Exclusive guest entry direct to new Universal Epic Universe*
How to book this Orlando family holiday with Kenwood Travel
Hard Rock Hotel© at Universal Orlando
Pair two iconic family resorts in one deluxe Orlando holiday
A perfect holiday for families, this one combines stays at two iconic hotels with extras like unlimited express ride access and even special park opening hours. Again, you have the flexibility to change the length of your stay at either hotel, or stay longer at both if you’re extending your holiday.
Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
5-nights at Disney’s Beach Club Resort – 5*
New England coastal chic meets Orlando at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, so it’s right at home on the Boardwalk which has irresistible vintage vibes, as well as fantastic shops and restaurants – take a stroll in the evening to catch the street performers. Pretty holiday cottages, waterfront villas and a nautical colour scheme add to the resort’s charm. Although kids are more likely to be interested in its proximity to the 3-acre water wonderland, Stormalong Bay.
- Walking distance from both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Early park entrance lets you visit before they open to the public*
- Early entry to parks with Extra Magic Hours*
Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando
3-nights Hard Rock Hotel© at Universal Orlando – 5*
Iconic Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando treats families like rock royalty, starting with an incredible choice of rooms and suites: wait until kids see the ‘Future Rock Star Suite. And star power continues on the food front with restaurants, ice cream parlours and even a beach club. Then there’s the classic California Mission-style architecture designed around a vast, palm tree-lined pool. The hotels also hosts live concerts, and older kids and teens will love the rock memorabilia collection that’s a signature at every Hard Rock Hotel® worldwide.
- Walking distance from Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary water taxi to theme parks if you prefer not to walk
- Early access to theme parks an hour before they open*
- Free Universal Express Unlimited ride access to skip the regular lines in Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Epic Universe*
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Lake Eola Park, Orlando
Twin a fun Orlando resort with a luxury holiday home
Orlando holiday homes are legendary and ideal for families. But fun theme park hotels are part of the Orlando vibe you don’t want to miss out on either. This great value family Kenwood Travel holiday gives you the best of both with plenty of extras too. Like all Kenwood Travel twin-centre holidays, this one allows you to change the length of stay at either hotel, or increase the number of nights at both, depending on the length of your holiday.
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites, Orlando
3-nights at Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites – 4*
Orlando might not have a coastline, but Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites doesn’t let that detail stop it from echoing the mood of a cool coastal hotel. Choose a standard room or spacious two-bedroom suite with kitchenette here, either way you have access to the resort-style pool, as well as family-friendly dining. And your near neighbours are Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, and new Universal Epic Universe.
- Exclusive access to parks an hour before they open to the public*
Windsor Palms Resort Villa Time Out Escape, Orlando
5-nights at Windsor Palms Resort Villa Time Out Escape
Orlando is almost as famous for luxury holiday homes as theme parks and Windsor Palms Resort Villa Time Out Escape is one of the closest to Disney parks. As well as easy access to fun, you’ll have your own luxury 4-bedroom villa with private pool, and exciting options like a games room or spa.
- Less than 10 minutes’ drive from Walt Disney World Resort
- SeaWorld Orlando and Disney’s Animal Kingdom are only 20 minutes’ drive away
How to book this Orlando family holiday with Kenwood Travel
Universal Orlando Resort
Why an Orlando family holiday is even better with Kenwood Travel
An Orlando family holiday easily fits into the ‘once in a lifetime’ category, so you want to get it right, from the start. Kenwood Travel has decades of Orlando experience and some of the best connections in the business, which means you benefit from exclusive offers on everything from hotels to theme park tickets, as well as having the advantage of second-to-none local knowledge to help you plan the type of family holiday that really works for your family.
Of course, you expect expertise from a company that’s been around since 1977, what might come as more of a surprise is its forward-thinking and how much of what Kenwood Travel does is aligned to families, starting with 10% deposits and flexible payment terms.
The fact that all holidays are also ABTA and ATOL protected is a comforting extra layer of security too. And we can’t stress enough how important direct partnerships with hotels and resorts are in terms of cutting your costs: basically removing the middle man and giving you the savings instead.
Call up Kenwood Travel and speak to a Florida family holiday expert
A personal approach to planning and booking holidays is another reason to choose a Kenwood Travel family holiday, because nothing compares to being able to speak to a Florida expert, who has first hand experience of Orlando and can recommend the best flights, accommodation, parks and attractions – right down to arranging theme park tickets for you – so your holiday is as magical as you always imagined it would be, right from the start. And that’s the case, even if you only have a vague idea of the type of magic you want in Orlando.
In fact, with over 47 years experience tailoring family holidays, there is almost no possibility of Kenwood Travel not creating your dream escape, anywhere in the world: you only need to look at its 4.9 Trustpilot rating to see that. To speak to a Kenwood Travel Orlando expert call 0203 9304701.
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*valid theme park admission required