Leg One

Orlando is the tournament leg and the handoff into Puerto Rico.

This part of the trip is focused, practical, and time-sensitive: the family gets Jackson through Nationals, stays at the DoubleTree, and then transitions to San Juan the next day.

Aerial view of DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort
Stay Dates

Jul 5 to Jul 10

Current hotel booking covers five nights at the DoubleTree.

Tournament

Wave 2, 14 Elite

Competition runs Jul 7 to Jul 10 at the Orange County Convention Center.

Watch Item

One extra night needed

The family leaves Orlando on Jul 11, but the current hotel booking ends Jul 10.

The Itinerary

Orlando leg at a glance.

These are the main beats for the Orlando chapter. Each item opens into its own page with the fuller story, planning notes, and visual context.

Tournament Window

Jackson is playing in AAU Boys Nationals Wave 2.

  • Division: 14 Elite
  • Wave: 2
  • Competition dates: Jul 7 to Jul 10, 2026
  • Check-in date: Jul 6, 2026
  • Venue: Orange County Convention Center, North/South Concourse

Confirmed Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort

  • Address: 10100 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
  • Hotel phone: +1 407-352-1100
  • Hotel website: Hilton resort page
  • Confirmation: 95260710
  • Expedia itinerary: 73356831101486
  • Reserved room: Room, 2 Queen Beds
  • Request: Nonsmoking
  • Reservation shows Valmore Riera, 3 adults

Room Details

Your booked room is a 2 Queen non-smoking setup.

Two queen guest room at DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort
  • Room type: 2 Queen Beds - Non Smoking
  • Private balcony and modern room amenities on the property room page
  • 55-inch Hilton Connected TV
  • Designed for up to four guests on the hotel room listing

Check-In

Arrival and front desk details

  • Check-in: Sun, Jul 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: Fri, Jul 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM
  • Check-in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Amenities

Good layers of convenience for the tournament days.

  • Scheduled shuttle service to SeaWorld, Walt Disney World, and Universal Orlando through concierge booking
  • Outdoor pools, including the Grand Lagoon Pool with waterfall
  • Family Fun Pool, kids pool, and mini putt-putt course
  • On-site dining, pool bar, room service, fitness center, free WiFi, and pet-friendly stay
  • Property sits on 28 tropical acres and is about two miles from Aquatica, SeaWorld, and the Orange County Convention Center

Transition Note

Orlando is booked one night short.

Valmore, Lauren, and Jackson are flying from Orlando to San Juan on Saturday, Jul 11, 2026. The current DoubleTree booking only runs through Friday, Jul 10, 2026, so the microsite should treat the extra Orlando night as an active planning item until the stay is extended.