monicajor Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Definitely Florida, because I've never been there, and I've been to most of the California parks.
gerstlaueringvar Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Central Florida, for bigger and better parks!
IrishCasual Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Been to every Florida park at least 1 time, never been to SoCal, planning to go there for 2015 though. Central Florida for me. Florida is my 2nd home.
amyzoo Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Florida is my choice! I do like the CA parks but I'd rather go to FL.
cfc Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) SoCal! No Doubt!!! Because there's "no doubt" it's better, or because "No Doubt" is from southern California? Edited October 29, 2013 by cfc
Beast308 Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Both are year round destinations so it's close, but for me, Southern California wins out. I like it's proximity to San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Knotts Berry Farm, Disneyland and California Adventure, Universal Studios Hollywood and Six Flags Magic Mountain. I get to Florida every year, where unfortunately I only get to California every five years or so. It's more expensive to go to California, but SO worth it for entertainment. Great beaches too.
TPDave Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Florida for me. The overall quality of the parks is better and far more of them are year round. The only draw back to SoCal for me is carsland. I'd live to go and visit again some day but I'd always prefer to go to Florida that little bit more!
Meteornotes Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Not even a contest - Orlando The parks are much better (WDW craps all over Disneyland), it's much easier to get around (SoCal traffic sucks!), and there's way less "attitude" among the park visitors, particularly the locals. I know some would bemoan the fact that there's nothing like SFMM in Orlando, but I'd also count this as an extreme positive, having been to SFMM... dt
Gnome Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 I would actually argue DLR's individual parks are better then WDW's individual park and its a sentiment echoed by many (not all but many) BUT with that said, its the WDW experience. You're in a different world locked away from the rest of society. DLR doesnt feel, at least to me, like its in its own bubble. Its been 8 years since I was last in Florida, but I'd definately jump at the oppurtunity to go again. WDW is the full package. dLR could be a weekend get away.
Jew Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 For theme parks, Central Florida wins hands down. So much to do in such a close area. Even the drive down to Tampa is closer than driving from LA to Legoland/Sea World. Then you add in the golf, theme parks, food, bars, beaches, watersports, etc. that are also so close by. Southern California wins the weather battle, but that is about it. You could argue that if you count southern california as a whole, there are experiences that are equal to or better than orlando in "other" categories (and you'd probably be right), but all of that is so spread out and annoying to get to with traffic!
disney4me2001 Posted October 30, 2013 Posted October 30, 2013 In terms of strictly parks, it's Central Florida for sure. But my personal preference is SoCal. Although keep in mind that I'm completely biased- I have lived and worked in SoCal over the past (almost) 3 years now, not to mention the countless vacations I've had there, and I have only visited Central Florida once. But I'm dying to return to Florida- I want to experience everything at WDW that I haven't had a chance to see, and Universal Orlando is also a must-see destination! Not to mention SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa!
Kumba2013 Posted October 30, 2013 Posted October 30, 2013 Central Florida for sure! Busch Gardens Tampa is one of my favorite parks along with IOA also, WDW is better than Disneyland.
lake Posted October 30, 2013 Posted October 30, 2013 Central Florida for sure- Because Anything > LA Traffic (I know Orlando has traffic too, but no where as bad) Seaworld Orlando > Seaworld San Diego Busch Gardens Tampa > Knott's (closest thing) LPZ> San Diego Zoo DisneyWorld>Disneyland Universal Florida>Universal Hollywood Legoland Florida>Legoland California Anything > Six Flags Magic Mountain Edit: How could I forget!!! Epcot > All other parks in the world
Freefallbestrideever Posted October 30, 2013 Posted October 30, 2013 Florida no doubt!! I'm sick of SoCal (yah yah, I was just born here)
robbalvey Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 No Doubt SoCal my choice to vacation! There was no need for you to respond twice saying the same thing.
rollercoasterbuff Posted October 30, 2013 Posted October 30, 2013 I think for me, it would be Florida. We just visited and in four days we did Busch Gardens, Universal and Islands of Adventure for two days, and all four Disney parks in one day, and also Fun Spot. We had such a great time, we are now thinking about moving down there in a year or so. I've got my partner really into Theme Parks, and being that close to so many great parks and awesome year round weather is a huge pull for us. Not to mention the cost of living is not bad and you have the potential to live literally across the street from all these great parks!
amusementparkfan Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 SoCal Magic Mountain and Knott's Berry Farm are two very good parks.
BackseatBoss Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 So close, but I'd rather go to SoCal! There's just much more to do there outside of theme parks. However, if I could only do theme parks then it would be CF. SoCal has the beaches, mountains, and other cool places
AsianSensation Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 I don't really know cuz I live near SoCal but Islands of Adventure and Busch Gardens look pretty sick. I love SFMM so I'll go with SoCal
jynx242 Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 I wouldn't mind visiting SoCal - but Central Florida is definitely the place to be for me. I love being so close to so much!
Jackdude101 Posted November 1, 2013 Posted November 1, 2013 Central Florida because as a Florida resident, I am contractually obligated to promote my state whenever possible to increase tourist dollars. Also, dealing with daily thunderstorms in the Summertime and the occasional hurricane beats the Hell out of earthquakes, fires, landslides, and smog.
iaredantastic Posted November 6, 2013 Posted November 6, 2013 I guess I'd have to say SoCal, Since I live in Central Florida already.. Ha.. Although I don't think I'd like it any more then walking out my door and driving there in 10-20 minutes, while getting my Florida residents discount. Our parks are certainly 100% better. We've got barely any woodies here though... Gotta either go to Tampa or I think Fun Spot has one but... Eh
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