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DH and I are supposed to spend a couple days with friends in a condo near Orlando. We're thinking we'd like to go somewhere rather than just sitting by the pool. Are there any must sees or must dos at Sea World or Universal Studios or Busch Gardens? Any preference for which one? We're not big on thrill rides, but would like seeing animals... does that narrow it down to Sea World or Busch Gardens? Would appreciate any thoughts. 
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Depends on what kind of animals you want to see. African animals and tigers? Busch Gardens. Marine mammals and sea creatures? Sea World.
Sea World is the more relaxing park - fewer thrill rides than Busch Gardens.
BTW, Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa (near Busch Gardens) is an excellent zoo. You'd see the animals you'd see at Busch Gardens and more. http://www.lowryparkzoo.com/animals_and_habitat_areas.php
For adults I always think Epcot is a great idea. Sort of like a Worlds Fair - with alot for adults to see/do and a couple of decentrestaurants.
I prefer Sea World to Busch gardens - but you have to time your visit so you get to actually feed the animals. And do get in conversation with the curators - if you're interested they can give you a ton more information.
Thanks for the replies; I'm leaning toward Sea World, and will get the feeding schedules.
You might also consider Disney's Animal Kingdom.