Orlando Travel Blog

image courtesy of Fantasy Surf I’m a bit of a wimp when it comes to going in the ocean, especially when the weather starts to get a little cooler. But, I really want to learn to surf. What’s a girl to do? Kissimmee’s Fantasy Surf has the solution.  This new surfing facility lets surf lovers...

Plan a quick day trip to Lake Wales, an old Florida town surrounded by rolling hills of citrus trees and filled with charming diversions. Less than an hour from downtown Orlando, Lake Wales is accessible by exiting I4 at exit 55 and traveling south on US Hwy 27 for about 20 miles. There isn’t a...

Orlando might be one of the sunniest places in the continental US, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get a sprinkling of rainy days here and there. On those days when lightening strikes, use the time to check out some of Orlando’s hidden gems. A while back, I created a list of rainy day...

Surprised… but pleasantly. That’s how I would describe my first-ever visit to Funky Monkey Wine Company, a small-ish fusion eatery just north of downtown Orlando. Not only has this local favorite managed to tread the tumultuous waters of restaurant ownership during a recession, but it’s...

If I was visiting Orlando and had just one day to experience something unforgettable,  I would choose Discovery Cove in a heartbeat.  Discovery Cove has been my favorite Orlando attraction since I first visited there in 2006. I’ll never forget the feeling of hopeful anticipation as I drove through...

If you’re one of those travelers who loves to do as the locals do, then a trip to an Orlando-area farmer’s market is a must. Lake Eola Park Orlando Farmer’s Market The market is located at Lake Eola Park (at the corner of E. Central Blvd. and N. Eola Drive) and runs every Sunday...

Breakfast in Winter Park is practically a local tradition. It doesn’t get any better than starting your day lounging at a quaint little bistro table, leisurely sipping coffee before tackling the shops of Park Avenue, strolling its picturesque streets, or grazing its infamous Saturday Farmer’s...

The average family of four can easily spend a couple thousand dollars on an Orlando vacation. Between the theme park tickets, meals, accommodations and airfare, the trip bill can quickly add up. But there are a few ways to cut costs without cutting corners. Start by  checking out sites like Groupon,...

Wondering what gear you need to have the absolute best Orlando getaway? Here is the ABC round-up of everything you need on your family escape. A is for APPLES… or any other tasty snack. Your tummy and your wallet will thank you for packing some nutritious snacks (granola bars, trail mix) to nibble...

When it comes to digs in downtown Orlando, there’s one hotel that truly stands out from the rest and that’s the Grand Bohemian. This artfully decadent locale in the heart of the city is THE place to relax, rejuvenate and rub shoulders with visiting NBA players. Chic Eats - The GB houses an...