Captain Dale was a great guide. Got to see a mother and her babies as well as another gator back…read morein the low tide. Very knowledgeable and was able to take us to areas where bigger boats couldn't go! Spirit of the swamp offers 6 man boats. This helps with getting into tighter areas and low water areas! It was very fun to slide around the marsh!

This was one of our best stops on the trip, by far. We toured with Captain Ryan, who was…read moreknowledgeable, friendly and skilled. Before going out, we got a comprehensive safety brief and were informed of an area to keep our belongings. As we were cruising, we wore headsets with speakers in which captain Ryan was speaking about the surrounding environment. The headset also had microphones in which we would reply to him. As we got into the swampy area, the ride was smooth and as someone who is scared of water, I felt completely safe. Captain Ryan brought us to some wonderful hidden gems such as a few alligator nests where he explained their structure in detail and answered any questions with complete answers. We got very close to alligators and baby alligators (freshly hatched the day before) and it was an amazing experience. Captain Ryan made us feel confident that we were not in danger and if we were, he would be able to handle it. As we were finishing our tour it started to pour and we switched our headset out for a water friendly version. Rather than bringing us directly back to the docking area, we sat under an overpass to prevent getting completely drenched and possibly hurt. We made it back and Captain Ryan made sure we were all safe getting off. Overall, a truly wonderful experience. More than worth the price. It was beyond what we expected in the best ways.

Had the most amazing experience visiting the highland cows. We got to brush and give them treats…read more They truly are even more beautiful in person. Such an amazing day definitely coming back!

me and my boyfriend went to mini moo land, and we spoke to george for a while!! he was super cool…read moreand was telling us all about the company dog named darth, and how great the airboat rides are. we will definitely be back sometime in the future to look at more of the experiences!! george deserves a raise

Captain Chad did not disappoint. We saw more than 20 gator and turtles, fish and birds. The ride…read morewas amazing and the location beautiful. Captain Chad was very knowledgable ! Highly recommend!!

Our guide Captain Brent was funny and knowledgeable of the area, wildlife, and meditation. He's a…read morevery good driver. The ride was fun but got boring and redundant after a while. Spinning circles in the lake looking for gators. After saw a few it was enough for me. Awkward ending to the ride because our captain begged for tips and a good google review

I recently went here for a stay-cation and it does live up to its reputation…read more Its all in the details! From higher end bedding, to sparkling clean and well maintained everything, to the fresh lobby flowers, it all says high end and was much appreciated. Check in took a few minutes of waiting around noon and we were accommodated to an early check in. There was no availability for a room upgrade but the standard one was beautiful regardless. The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom was beautiful and very clean with a separate shower and tub. The toiletries were a nice touch since my husband forgot to bring his toothbrush. The soaps, shampoo, body wash and conditioner all seemed like a higher quality with muted, natural scents. The grounds a very pretty, they shared amenities with the JW next door which created a fun day going from their lazy river then back to the Ritz pool for some R&R. The Ritz pool area has complimentary water, fruit, sunscreen, towels floating mats. The pool server was attentive as well. The lobby bar is large with friendly wait staff. I had probably the best charcuterie board I've ever had, featuring really decent gluten free toast in lieu of regular crackers, fresh honey comb, and high quality meats and cheeses. Fruit and electrolyte water was waiting in my room after a long day at the pool, which was a pleasant surprise. The breakfast buffet was inside Highball&Harvest, which was packed full of options, including gf muffins, toast, and waffles which were made in their kitchen area away from the buffet. There are a lot of amenities that I walked by but didn't utilize, like mountain bikes for their wood path, canoes, pool tables, ping pong, foosball, giant chess, soccer goals and a bunch of kids activities. Overall, I had an excellent stay at the Ritz Carlton and would love to return soon!

Beautiful property but some hiccups along the way left a bad taste. The staff is managing the…read moreconference between JW and Ritz, staff is either wound tight and unable to communicate kindly or super nice and unable to provide any assistance. Here for work, Friday-Tuesday. The hotel itself absolutely gorgeous, but with a smell of mold on the lower levels. For a Ritz I've never experienced this issue maybe an Orlando thing with humidity and HVAC issues in the area. Still something to consider addressing. Checking in I saw them treating guests differently based on the way they were dressed or how they appeared to be paying for said stay. (Let's say the guy next to me was using points to pay vs cash and they made sure to say it loud enough for us nearby to hear) inappropriate to say the least. Day 3 My husband left his key in the room and naturally went to front desk to get a spare, they in turn disabled the other keys we had including mine (without mentioning this to him) This issue will come back to haunt me later, mind you we are here for work and running around between properties and meetings. Elevators REQUIRE keys to get up to your floor. I ordered food to my room, had a few bites and left it to come back to between meetings. The housekeeping threw it all away, I had my button on for no service and somehow I was serviced between 6-7pm while in a meeting. Never in my Mariott/Ritz past stays have I ever faced these types of issues. The property's are normally some of the best. Super disappointing stay as a titanium elite member.

We've made the JW Marriott Grande Lakes one of our favorite Thanksgiving traditions. My in-laws…read morecome down every year for Thanksgiving, and we typically stay here or at the Ritz-Carlton. The two properties are connected, and one of the best perks is that guests can enjoy the amenities at either hotel, so you really get the best of both worlds. The lazy river is a highlight every time. The pool area is massive, which I really appreciate because you're not fighting everyone else for a lounger or feeling packed in around the pool. It's easy to spend an entire afternoon relaxing here. The service is consistently top notch. Everyone we encounter is friendly, attentive, and genuinely focused on making the stay enjoyable. That level of service is one of the reasons we keep coming back. And the restaurants on property are another big plus. We love being able to have great meals without having to leave the resort, especially during a holiday stay when convenience matters. Overall, the JW Marriott Grande Lakes is a fantastic place for a relaxing getaway and has become part of our family's Thanksgiving tradition. Beautiful property, great amenities, excellent dining, and consistently wonderful service. We'll definitely be back!

I always love it here! This is my preferred staycation hotel and sometimes we just come for the…read morerestaurants

Had a great time cruising through the marsh in search of gators. Learned a lot, saw quite a few…read moregators ranging from babies to big boys. So much fun definitely would recommend Capt John!

10/10 experience. Captain John, aka The Swamp Shepard, knows the marsh and the gators know him…read more Great wildlife sightings, top-tier gator action, and fire Marsh Beast merch. Would follow this man into the swamp any day.

The plus: Staff, location, free cookies, $10 credit on food at the Market, and 2 free bottles of…read morewater. The minus: Found puddle of water in my room by the AC. Had to call twice to get it fix. It has something to do with the outside temperature. I stayed in the Villa, so I had one of those AC system that sticks attached to outside. Used towels every time I came back in. Also, they are forgetful about the water bottles and when you ask the front desk, they call Housekeeping and sometimes they still don't bring them. I stayed 5 nights there.

For my future reference, came here for an inside market. I did not stay here. They validated…read moreparking so it was free. The gates say $35 so make sure to ask by the lobby. This hotel is quite old and unfortunately I did feel that the lobby and bathroom had that old smell. This hotel does show its age. I came for an inside market and I was thankful that at least the banquet room where the market was had a good A/C.

Upscale lodging. The grounds are beautiful. The curb of appeal is the beginning of luxe. The rooms…read moreare spacious, spotless. The bedding is perfect options for golf to two pools. Plenty of dining options. Highly recommend and I am definitely gonna be returning.

I've only stayed here once around Christmas time & this hotel is absolutely huge and amazing !! You…read morecan literally get lost in here ! The decorations around the holiday times are soo pretty ! I felt the Christmas spirit for sure lol! I also love how they have these cute little restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques inside the hotel! They also have a few different pools, hot tubs... any and every amenity you can think of they have. It's definitely a hotel if you're looking for a relaxing time with friends or a significant other. The rooms are beautiful too I didn't want to leave once I got there. I also love the location I felt like it was near everything I wanted to do for the weekend! 10/10 would recommend and you have to stay here at least once !

Kennedy Space Center was absolutely amazing! We had such a great time and there was so much more…read moreto see and experience than I expected. Seeing the rockets, Space Shuttle Atlantis, and all of the incredible history behind NASA and space exploration was unforgettable. Everything was very well organized, clean, and informative without ever feeling boring. The exhibits were interactive and really made you appreciate just how much work, courage, and innovation goes into space exploration. The bus tour and Apollo/Saturn V Center were definitely highlights for us. Even if you're not a huge space person, this is absolutely worth visiting. We learned so much, had a great time, and left with an entirely new appreciation for NASA and the people behind these incredible missions. Such a unique experience and definitely one of the highlights of our trip! Highly recommend spending the day here!

First timer . Family of 5. 3 children under 10. Bought…read moretickets easily online . Arrived after they opened at 9:40 and only 1 lane open for parking. Parking lot was not that crowded. We went to Atlantis first and didn't have to wait very long in line (5min). The kids & adults loved this area, simulator ( 5 min wait) , & slide . We were lucky enough to see a rocket launch and everything seemed super organized with seating and announcements. Lunch at orbit cafe, the kisok for ordering made it super easy and food was ready in less than 5 minutes. The bus tour was nice for my youngest to get a quick nap out of the heat. The drivers to and from were very friendly. The play area was 3 level of fun for the kids. It was a little warm inside , would have been nicer if it was cooler especially with them being active. Last stop was the gateway building and this was our least favorite and brought down my 5 star review to 3. The lines & staff for the stimulator ride in this building were not informative and it seemed like more help was needed since only one lady was handling 3 lines / 3 motion rides. . we didn't understand why there were 3 lines. We didn't realize there were separate rides. We wanted to ride to mars and found out we were in line for cosmos. When we got on the ride one seat was broken so we had to separate our group of 5. And my even my 6 year was super disappointed we waited 1 hour for the ride and it seemed like a waste. I would definitely skip this next time.

An amazing venue and place to stay, call "home" and enjoy day/night at the Disney Resort!…read more Always love the piano in the lobby and the ambience and the cleanliness of the rooms, etc and the wonderful restaurants and shops. The lobby is an awesome place to hang and the pools are relaxing and enjoyable places to chill and stay cool on a hot day.

Wonderful spa afternoon. Loved my facial and massage. The…read morespa was empty when I arrived and basically had the waiting service to myself, unfortunately it was not the same I between services when the spa was PACKED. There was not enough relaxation space chairs for all guests to have a solace to sit. Groups of women were talking and laughing loudly in the changing room which could be heard in the waiting area. Disappointing to pay so much for a mediocre experience- it felt overbooked and rushed and could not enjoy the pre/post allotment relaxation time. For the price, there are spas with better experiences at a similar price point in the area.