As parents, our typical days are filled with responsibilities, centered around providing for the family. In the interest of giving our children the experiences for lasting memories, even vacations become all about the kids. But what if I told you that you can visit a destination your children will love and at the same time have an experience that makes YOU feel like a rock star?
I was recently invited to check out the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, situated in the heart of Universal Orlando Resort. There's something here for everyone. With family suites, a kids camp, character dining and a special Kids Crib dining area with nightly entertainment, the hotel is very kid friendly. The 12,000 square foot pool, complete with a sand beach, interactive fountains, a play area for kids, a 260 foot pool slide and dive-in movie nights, offers fun in the sun for all ages. And the hotel is located just a short walk or water-taxi ride away from Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and the CityWalk, with Express Pass and early park admission perks available to all hotel guests. Put those together and you've got yourself a wonderful family vacation.
But at the Hard Rock Hotel, you are the star of the show. Music-centered and eccentric, this place is just plain fun! From the building's design, made to look like the Hotel California mansion, to the whimsical décor inside the rooms, this isn't your typical traditional hotel. With rock music playing on the huge video screen in the lobby, throughout the hallways and even in the pool, via the underwater sound system, you'll never miss a beat. With the numerous displays of music memorabilia throughout the building, you'll feel like you're touring the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Around every corner are opportunities to unleash your inner rocker and engage with music through a series of interactive, personalized experiences. With the hotel's Sound of Your Stay program, you not only receive an exclusive playlist to download or stream, you'll also get the chance to have an in-room jam session on a Fender electric guitar or be the DJ on mixing equipment tapped into headphones in the lobby, either one delivered to you with just one call to the front desk. Turn up your stay with the "Amplified Package" to include a personalized VIP memorabilia tour and behind the scenes look at priceless pieces from Hard Rock’s legendary collection of 80,000+ items and take home a collectible pin and limited edition hat featuring the “I Got Plugged In @ Hard Rock Hotels” tagline.
Amplify your next Florida vacation at the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, an exciting hotel that's equal parts family-friendly fun and rock god heaven. It's a getaway that will have you feeling like you're the star on tour with the band and the whole family will return with lasting memories. Learn more at www.hardrockhotels.com/orlando.
Disclaimer: I was a guest at the Hard Rock Hotel Orlando for three nights during which accommodations, transportation, meals and activities were complimentary. All opinions expressed within this article are 100% my own.
