Orlando: Disney may capture hearts, but the city's soul is hidden in less-explored adventures for AUA attendees

For AUA meeting attendees looking to extend their stay or take a break from the meeting, here's a look at some of Orlando's well-known and lesser-known attractions

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The Richard Petty Driving Experience in Lake Buena Vista satisfies the urge to get behind the wheel of a genuine NASCAR-style stock car. Various program options are available at the Walt Disney World Speedway (407-939-0130 or http://www.1800bepetty.com/experience).

Arts

As part of its family series, the Orlando Ballet is performing "Sleeping Beauty," the story of a sleeping princess, a handsome prince, fairy godmothers, and witches' curses set to the magnificent Tchaikovsky score at Orlando's Bob Carr Performing Arts Center (407-426-1739).

Museums

The Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens in Winter Park (407-647-6294) is showcasing the exhibit, "Albin Polasek's Wild, Wild West," consisting of photographs by Polasek taken during his travels to the American southwest in 1923, including cowboy artwork and western-themed sculptures. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; free for children 12 and under.