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Best Florida Resident Discounts

Florida is one of the top vacation destinations in the world. For those who live in the Sunshine State, that means cheaper prices at the big theme parks, cruises, hotels and resorts. It pays to live in Florida. 
Mickey Mouse Walt Disney World Orlando
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Disney World Florida

4600 N World Dr
Orlando, FL.
(407) WDW-INFO (939-4636)
www.disneyworld.disney.go.com

With Walt Disney World Resort right in your own backyard, you can experience Disney magic whenever you want with exclusive values just for living here. There are several ways Florida residents can save money at the Disney theme parks in Orlando. Tickets can be purchased by the day or in special packages and passes. For year-long savings, there's the Florida Resident Seasonal Pass, Annual Pass or Premium Annual Pass.

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Sea World Orlando

7007 SeaWorld Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(800) 557-4268
www.seaworld.com

Florida residents get a special deal where they get unlimited admission for the entire year. Sea World passes expire at the end of the calendar year so this is a great deal if you purchase it early in the year since you can use it until December.

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

10165 N McKinley Dr
Tampa, FL 33612
(888) 800-5447
www.buschgardens.com

Florida residents can pay for a day and come back all year long.

Universal Studios Florida
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Universal Studios Florida

1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 363-8000
www.universalorlando.com

Florida Residents enjoy special hotel room rates at all the Universal Orlando on-site hotels. Plus, all resort hotel guests enjoy Universal Express Access to bypass the lines at select rides and attractions with the hotel room key.

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Florida Resident Cruise Discounts

Multiple Cruise Lines

If one person in your cabin is a Florida resident, you may qualify for special rates. Be sure to ask your travel agent or booking agent about whether your cruise line gives a Florida Resident Cruise Discount.

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Florida Backyard Card

www.floridabackyardcard.com

The Florida Backyard Card is intended to offer discounts and deals at resorts and participating businesses in the Sunshine State.

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