The theme park scene in Orlando sure is competitive, isn't it? Whether it be attraction wars, bragging rights or the thrice-annual price hikes, Universal, Disney and Sea World are all necking for the front of the race. But it wasn't always like that. Rather than the rather open hostility between the various travel destinations, back in the 70s there was at least an aura of shared destiny about it.

Building in a couple of “days off” from the parks is a great idea (especially if you’re visiting for a week or more). Luckily, Disney has lots of on-property options for how to fill those days, and some of them are even low-cost or free!