Orlando Travel Blog

Photo Courtsey of Aiguille Rock Climbing Center Orlando has much more than just incredible outlet shopping and the wonders of Mickey Mouse, in fact, it has quite a few under-the-radar attractions, which are a bundle of fun. Even the experienced Orlando traveler may find a few hidden gems on our top 10...

Orlando Science Center For an educational day visit some of Orlando’s museums. 1. Orlando Museum of Art It began with a group of artists in the 1920s displaying their work. Today, it’s known as one of the best museums in the South. A big part of Orlando’s cultural scene, the museum plays host to...

Mandara Spa at Disney's Swan and Dolphin Resort When you are completely worn out from all the hullabaloo that is Orlando, scope out a spa — there are plenty of them. Your weary muscles deserve a treat. Orlando’s Ritz-Carlton at Grande Lakes There’s a reason that The Ritz-Carlton Spa...

Every now and then a ladies-only night is in order. And, never fear, there is a long list of places to choose from when the time comes. Here are a few of our favorites. Eden Bar at Enzian Taverna Opa This is the place for breaking plates, dodging confetti-style napkins and sampling tasty dishes like...

Paddleboarding on the Banana River. Photo courtesy of Sobe Surf. Central Florida has a smattering of cooler-than-cool things to keep you busy. You know the obvious ones — Disney, SeaWorld and Universal. Now here are the more inconspicuous spots. Some scream adventure; others soothe the soul. 1. Harry...

Belly up to Eden Bar to meet Orlando locals. Photo courtesy of Eden Bar. Meet active sporty types or bar-hoppers at dozens of Orlando hang-outs. 1. Taverna Opa This eatery on International Drive (part of the tourist district) is the place for breaking plates, dodging confetti-style napkins and sampling...

Photo by Sarah Sekula. If you’re ready to ask that special someone that special question, better do your research first. Never fear, there are some excellent choices and many of them are free. 1. Harry P. Leu Gardens This 50-acre botanical garden is Orlando’s equivalent to The Secret Garden: a maze...

The Gospel Brunch at House of Blues takes place each Sunday and features inspiring gospel performances and a buffet of Southern favorites. Photo courtesy of visitorlando.com. When it comes to catching a concert in Orlando, there are plenty of places to choose from. 1. Hard Rock Live Designed to look...

Most things at Walt Disney World will just plain wear you out, but here’s one thing, just outside of the park, that won’t: the Port Orleans Riverside Resort offers the perfect way to end the day with a 30-minute, horse-drawn carriage ride through the property. Hop aboard the old-fashioned, horse-drawn...

Photo courtesy of Greg Pflug. If exploring Florida’s extensive waterways in a kayak or canoe sounds like your type of trip, then you’ll love Adventures in Florida, an action-oriented guide service that provides some pretty sweet trips across the sunshine state. The company was started by a group...