Sheraton Vistana Resort - Orlando

Set among lush tropical palms, pools and fountains, this family-friendly resort offers a real getaway. Set up in little villages of villas dotted across lush areas, its layout provides pockets of calm. You can also relax at the seven generous pools, eight whirlpools and cocktail bars. The biggest pool, Cascades, comes with a tumbling waterfall and curves itself around the main resort building, where you’ll find lots of places to eat. Sports lovers can get their game on the flood-light tennis courts, basketball court or sandy volleyball courts. Teens will love the arcade games and DJ-hosted parties, while younger kids make arts and crafts. There’s also an on-site fitness centre – or, if you prefer, a sauna or steam room for relaxing. As evening draws, why not head to one of barbecue areas and gather round its giant campfire.

Perfectly located within three miles of Walt Disney World, getting to the thrill and spills of the parks couldn’t be easier. Whether you take advantage of the free parking and electric charge points or hop on the pre-bookable shuttle (for a fee), you’re within easy access to all the major Walt Disney World sites. Aside from that, you’ll find lots to do in the neighbourhood – from teeing off at Hawk’s Landing Golf to scooping up deals at factory outlets, both about two miles away. The eclectic shops and lively restaurants of Disney Springs are three miles from here, and Orlando Airport is 17 miles away.

These well-equipped one and two-bed self-catering villas offer great flexibility. Sprinkled around the plush planted areas, fountains and lakes, they include everything you need to feel at home with kitchens, generous living areas outfitted with sofas, and dining areas. They include a washer/ dryer, too. If you’re travelling with a larger party, then the two-bed villas are ideal. With around 95 m2, you can comfortably fit eight, and they offer king-size beds and a sofa bed, whirlpool tubs, three HDTVs complete with Bose sound systems, private balconies, dishwashers and full-size fridge freezer (with ice maker).