Nickelodeon Family Suites 4-D Experience

Seems the Nick Hotel doesn't think there are enough things to do in Orlando, Fla., because the Orlando Sentinel says that Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn has announced the grand opening of its 4-D Experience, a 73-seat theater where hotel guests can see 3-D movies with sensory effects. The theater will show six short films -- including a SpongeBob SquarePants movie -- that include effects such as scents, bubbles and vibrations. Each will end with virtual "sliming," a Nickelodeon signature.

A 4-D experience sounds and feels like just the ticket and added motivation needed to stay inside the resort and never say anything else in Orlando... But for the record, if the hotel seems more attractive than the rest of Orlando, that's not just because of a new theater which will make you think you've lost your marbles. The Nick has fun activities by the bucketload, and even more fun guest suites.

Here's a few of the highlights - Two massive interactive pool complexes with multiple slides, climbing nets, and water jets; Nickelodeon-themed KidSuites®, 777 suites, netted basketball court; mini golf course; shaded kids play area with slides and squirt games, and an arcade with a 3000 sq ft game room. Average nightly rates from $246 onwards..

Info: 14500 Continental Gateway Orlando FL 32821; 407-387-5437; www.nickhotel.com/