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I think Orlando in July always sounds a little miserable. I'm about 6 months pregnant now, and I feel like I could survive it, but I think I would be a hot, swollen mess and I might just not enjoy it nearly as much.

As for the zika, I'm not super up on where they have been local transmissions in Florida, but I'm guessing it's similar to Texas. We've had local transmission in one small area at the very southern most area. Even though there isn't widespread transmission yet, we are avoiding going to any of the southern beachy areas this summer while I'm pregnant because they're southern enough local transmission could begin at any point, even if it hasn't yet. All of this is based on my understanding, so it could be wrong, but for me, it's not worth the potential risk. If you do go, I would just make sure you (and your partner if they'll be there) use lots of insect repellent several times a day, and try to stay away from any areas with standing water, etc. as much as possible.

ETA: I know you didn't have any text in the post. When I posted my reply, it put my reply as the text of your post and as my comment, so I changed it to the ? so no one would think that post is what you said. WEIRD.

I live in FL and I wouldn't unless you're going to be chilling by the pool! I think running around a theme park all day is probably NOT a great idea!

That being said... IF you're in decent shape (walk a lot, used to being on your feet), AND somewhat used to the heat, I think it would be ok to do a theme park (easy going) for a few hours in the morning (say 8-11), then the rest of the day at the pool.

@ssmom: there is no way on earth I could do long sleeves or pants while pregnant in July heat. I'd absolutely go, but figure out what the best balance of precautions work for you. I would be more worried about heat stroke then zika.

ETA: I'll be TTC or close to it in December. My OB has no concerns about Zika at Disney.

@ssmom I live in south Florida and people are not really worried about Zika anymore... but that being said, I'm not pregnant so obviously you have to go by what your OB says. I think I actually just read an article in the last couple weeks that said all their mosquito testing in Miami has come back normal, no Zika.

If you're going to Disney, they spray really well and I've never seen a lot of bugs there. I was there in September 2016 and Feb 2017 and in my room, they had a can of bug spray and they had bug spray out at the parks for anyone who wanted to spray themselves down. I think because people are worried about zika.

Also you'll die in long sleeves and long pants. I wear workout type, wicking clothes to the theme parks - like loose running shorts and a tank top.

We stayed away from Florida this year due to Zika concerns. I've had many losses and knew I would not be able to relax and enjoy myself with Zika even as a remote possibility.

@ssmom it is still going to be incredibly hot and humid in May. I would wear the most lightweight, loose, comfy shorts and tank top you can. When I was pregnant (3rd tri in south FL in the summer!), I ordered some cheap maternity running shorts from Walmart online. No panel, just super big and loose waistband that I wore low under the belly. I also wore a lot of loose dresses. I could not handle the panel and being outside in the heat for very long. Basically, I wore those running shorts and Liz Lange maternity tanks from Target every day.

@ssmom: if you're still deliberating, FYI I flew from JFK to LAX when I was 6 months pregnant this time a year ago (although just with husband, no LO in tow) and it really didn't feel like a much bigger deal to fly a little bit longer once I had already gone through the rigmarole of getting to the airport and getting on the plane. And California is still gorgeous in high summer I understand you're freaked about zika--I am too even though it's not in the news as much right now--but sounds like Orlando is totally fine!

California is definitely the better choice. No contest.

Is the work trip not optional; just the location? If the trip itself is optional I would pick none. CA is too far and I hate flying, and then no FL due to Zika since you're pregnant. I'd just take some time off to do another mini vacation with the family if possible!